Raphael Park parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Nearby Sunday 2k junior parkrun events for 4 to 14...
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Social groups
In Havering, we have lots of social groups for residents of all ages. If you have a social group you would like to promote, please email livewellhavering@havering.gov.uk.
Social groups for adults
- Find a class, group or place where you can get active.
- Find arts, cultural and creative workshops, events and activities.
- Proper Blokes Club - free walk and talks around Havering on most days of the week.
- The Men's Shed - every Tuesday and Thursday. Get involved in woodwork or a community project.
- Collier Row Skills Share - get together with your community and learn a new skill. From arts and crafts, to sewing and Pokémon, there's something for everyone to get involved with.
- Havering Association for People with Disabilities Monday Social
- Warm & Cool Spaces - safe and friendly places that are free to use for anyone struggling to heat their home in the winter or keep cool during the summer.
Social groups for over 50s
If you're looking for a social group for over 50s, there are lots of free and low cost options in Havering:
- AgeUK RBH Di's Diamonds and Diamond Geezers group - weekly activities and regular days out for over 50s in Havering, Barking & Dagenham and Redbridge.
- Tea, Cakes & Chat - connect with others aged 55+ over tea and cake.
- Havering Asian Social Welfare Association (HASWA) regular activities and groups
- Supporting Humanity over 60s social club based in Ilford.
- Romford Deaf Club - social club every other week for d/Deaf and hard of hearing residents proficient in British Sign Language aged 55+.
- Havering Over 50s Forum - monthly platform where over 50s can find information and raise issues which are of a concern to them.
- Friendship Group at Romford Shopping Hall - meets every Thursday 10:00-11:00 for activities and friendship.
- Ladies Who Lunch Havering - informal social group open to women in Havering.
Youth clubs
There are lots of safe, inclusive and welcoming youth clubs in Havering where children and young people can make friends and learn new skills.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming events
H.A.D. Monday Social Club
Enjoy a hot drink and socialise with new friends. A safe environment to chat, use computers, play cards, play board games, do puzzles and much more! £5 per session.
Knit & Natter
Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting or sewing? Why not join our friendly crafting group. Swap patterns, share tips and chat with new friends over a cup of tea or coffee.
The Friendship Café at MyPlace
Every Wednesday 11:00-13:00 Contact MyPlace at 01708 376004
Romford Deaf Club
The Romford Deaf Club for residents aged 50+ meets on the first and third Thursday of each month from 11:00-13:00. Please text or email the club beforehand so that someone...
Rise & Shine Breakfast Club
The Breakfast Club is a gentle way to start the day in community. From 9th January to 13th March, every Friday, we’re creating space to connect, talk, listen, and simply...
Scope Out – Creative Expression
Scope Out is a new project starting in 2026! Scope Out is a series of creative events for the LGBTQ+ community aged 25 and over with the goal to co-design...
Kaleidoscope social space for LGBTQIA+ people and allies aged 17-24
Are you 17 – 24 and looking to socialise with others from the Havering LGBTQ+ community? Join our FREE social club. We meet every first Tuesday of the month at...
Scope Out – Rock Climbing
Scope Out is a new project starting in 2026! Scope out is a series of creative events for the LGBTQ+ community 25 and over with the goal to co-design a...
Related Services
Related services
Pretty Mess Society
Looking for a creative space to meet other local, craft obsessed women? Well that’s exactly why Pretty Mess Society was created.
Ladies Who Lunch – Havering
Ladies Who Lunch are a local social group for women looking to connect, chat and build new friendships. They’re a small, informal group — mostly women aged 50+ — who simply enjoy meeting new people and spending time together.
Havering Asian Social and Welfare Association (HASWA)
Havering Asian Social and Welfare Association (HASWA) is an Asian community-led charity which provides a wide range of activities to all, regardless of age, gender, religion or background. HASWA understands and acknowledges cultural diversity and now works to reduce social disadvantage, promote independence and encourage healthier lifestyles, provision of equal access to information, advice, guidance and services as well as support and representation to all.
