Newham is set for a bumper Jubilee weekend of celebrations with the announcement that 111 street parties and events are going to be held across the Borough.
- Over 100 Newham street parties and events planned to celebrate the historic weekend
- Newham’s Community Fund helps street parties and events to take place across the borough
Newham is set for a bumper Jubilee weekend of celebrations with the announcement that 111 street parties and events are going to be held across the Borough, with over 20,000 residents expected to attend.
Newham Council established The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Community Fund to help support community celebrations over this historic weekend.
Residents and community groups were invited to organise commemorative or celebratory events for The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee from Thursday 2 June to Sunday 5 June.
Grant applications were offered financial support to a maximum of £500. Those receiving a grant are also receiving a waiver of all non-statutory fees and charges such as road closures, hire of council community venues and parks.
Activities over the weekend include:
- Heritage & Culture – African theatre, Mela, multi-cultural food, music and activities highlighting common wealth contributions, achievements and history
- Family Fun – afternoon teas, picnics, BBQs, fetes, quizzes, eco-workshops, karaoke, etc.
- Children’s activities – fancy dress, soft play, arts & crafts, etc.
- Young people – music shows, open mic sessions, sports, etc.
- Older residents – sharing of songs, poetry dance and experiences
- Arts – live music, dance, exhibitions, etc.
There are also events in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, and Royal Docks, that have been chosen by the Government to take part in the National Baton Relay, with events on Sunday 5 June:
- A Boat flotilla carrying the baton from City Hall to Royal Albert Dock
- Pumping Station Square, Royal Albert Docks, event with artistic community organisations
- Royal Victoria Gardens, free celebration concert for local communities, featuring live music, family activities and food and drink from 3pm-8pm; the baton will be handed on and there will be a Pram Race!
Breakdown of the 111 celebrations taking place:
|
Type of event |
Number of events |
|
Indoor community events (community centres and VCFS venues |
39 |
|
Outdoor community events (parks and open spaces) |
13 |
|
Older people’s events (sheltered accommodation) |
14 |
|
School led events |
11 |
|
Street parties (that require road closures) |
34 |
|
Total Newham celebrations |
111 |
Share photographs using #NewhamCelebrates
Newham Council is asking residents to share their photographs of street parties and events by using the hashtag #NewhamCelebrates on Twitter.
The Council will share some of the photographs on their Twitter feed @NewhamLondon over the weekend, so that everyone can see the fantastic celebrations taking place.