Havering

When you go on holiday or fall ill, someone needs to look after the cat, dog or rabbit. Neighbours are ideal: short distances and a familiar face for the animal. It's best to meet beforehand for a quick visit. Are you l…

For some older people the trip to the supermarket is hard work, especially when it's icy or very hot. If you're going shopping anyway, it's often easy to pick something up for someone else. A note in the hallway or a qu…

Guitar, drums, singing or beats on your laptop: music brings people together. Many towns have rehearsal rooms, music schools or open-mic nights where you can try things out. And bands are often looking for exactly the i…

Looking for an apprenticeship can feel huge at first. A good start: think about what you enjoy and ask local businesses directly about a work placement. Many companies welcome speculative applications even when nothing …

Fresh vegetables, farm cheese or honey from nearby just taste better when you know where they come from. Where do you like to buy local produce in London Borough of Havering, at the weekly market or straight from the fa…

The playground, the ice-cream shop, the walk to school: many places hold memories that stay with us for life. What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of growing up in London Borough of Havering? We'd lo…

Sometimes it's the cake, sometimes the view, sometimes just the staff who remember your name. Where do you like to have your coffee or tea in London Borough of Havering? Share your tips in the comments!

Chingford Morrismen performing at a house and gardens open day on 1 June 2025, at Copped Hall, aka Copt Hall or Copthall, a Grade II listed country house, 1.5 miles (2 km) west from the town of Epping, Essex, England. T…

Video walk-around during the Grade II* listed Blake Hall 8th June 2025 National Garden Scheme open day, in Bobbingworth, near Ongar, Essex, England.

=== Early history === Modern settlement originated in Anglo-Saxon times when it consisted of Havering Palace and the surrounding lands that belonged to the king. The palace itself is known to have existed since at leas…

The London Borough of Havering ( ) in East London, England, forms part of Outer London. It has a population of 259,552 inhabitants; the principal town is Romford, while other communities include Hornchurch, Upminster, C…

The playground, the ice-cream shop, the walk to school: many places hold memories that stay with us for life. What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of growing up in Trashigang District? We'd love to h…

Fresh vegetables, farm cheese or honey from nearby just taste better when you know where they come from. Where do you like to buy local produce in Trashigang District, at the weekly market or straight from the farm? Sha…

A driving licence is a big step towards independence for many, but it takes time and money. Compare offers beforehand, study the theory regularly in small chunks and stay relaxed during lessons. Bikes and public transpo…

Whether it's a part-time job in a café, delivering leaflets or tutoring: your first job brings not just money but confidence too. Make sure you get a written contract and that your hours fit around school or college. Wh…

Not everyone finds smartphones, online bookings or long forms easy. Often a patient half hour is all it takes to help someone. Important: never take over passwords or bank details, go through it together step by step in…

A weatherproof box where anyone can leave books, toys or kitchen bits and take something else: sustainability can be that simple. What matters is a good spot, permission from the owner or the council, and a few people w…

Almost every region has a dish you won't find anywhere else, or a recipe handed down through the generations. What food simply belongs to Thimphu District? Tell us your favourites and where to try them!

Not every day is sunny, and with kids you need good ideas when it pours. Where do you go in Thimphu District when it's wet outside: the library, the swimming pool, a board-game café, or puddle jumping after all? Share y…

Every place can become a little nicer to live in, and locals often have the best ideas. What would you improve in Thimphu District: more benches, better cycle paths, a meeting place for young and old? Share your suggest…