Thursday Coffee Morning
Our coffee morning continues on Thursday mornings from 11am – 12.30pm. We’re starting work on our float for the Grove Park Carnival in September so if you’;re feeling creative then come and get involved. All ages welcome!
Our coffee morning continues on Thursday mornings from 11am – 12.30pm. We’re starting work on our float for the Grove Park Carnival in September so if you’;re feeling creative then come and get involved. All ages welcome!
Could someone please explain how it is nearly the Summer Holidays already!?
Don’t worry though – we’ve got your back. Start the summer off with exploring Nature in Chinbrook Meadows. We’re putting the finishes touches to two fabulous drop in sessions.
On Wednesday 26th July 11am – 1pm – we’ll be investigating the creatures that live in the ponds & river. Be a citizen scientist and learn how to identify the creatures you find, and record & report them to help build up a picture of our local environment. Join in pond themed arts & crafts.
On Tuesday 1st August 2pm – 4pm our theme will be butterflies. Come and learn about the beautiful pollinators who call Chinbrook Meadows home, make your own beautiful butterfly art to take home.
We will also have a selection of free resources you can take to keep exploring all summer long!
Children MUST be accompanied by an adult at all times.
See our Events Calendar to see all our upcoming activities, and be sure to follow us on Facebook for our newest updates.
We’re pleased to announce that we have had our final plan approved by the National Lottery and the last 14 months of ChART’s work is now underway. If you are interested in what we are planning you can read more details here. We will continue to focus on health and wellbeing, youth and community investment and routes out of poverty.
The sun is out and we’re thinking about our next trip to the seaside! ChART are off to Eastbourne on Sunday 6th August and we’re inviting our Chinbrook Meadows neighbours to come too! The coach leaves from Lions Close at 9.30am – spaces are limited and early booking is recommended. Booking opens on Friday 14th July. To book bring a £5 deposit per person to the WG Grace Community Centre between 9am – 2pm Monday – Friday. Spaces are only open to Chinbrook and Grove Park Estate residents. Any questions then please get in touch, 020 8851 0174, kate@chartbiglocal.org.uk.
We’re excited to have a guest speaker on our Healthy Walk on Thursday. Kelvin from Froglife will be talking about the Blue Chain project and how they are working to create a nature corridor along the current Green Chain walk. Everyone welcome – meet at 10am at the WG Grace Community Centre (9.45am to register if you haven’t walked with us before).
Walking football is a slower-paced version of traditional football that emphasises walking instead of running. It was created to provide an alternative for those who may struggle with or be unable to play traditional football due to age, injury, or other physical limitations. It’s a low-impact sport suitable for everyone and a great way to socialise and meet new people while improving your health and wellbeing. If you’re interested in giving it a try, ChART is offering free sessions on Fridays from 12.30pm – 2.30pm starting on 7th July at Mottingham Playing Fields by the changing rooms. Our FA qualified coaches will be there to guide you. Please let us know if you’d like to register or simply turn up on the day. Any feedback or suggestions are welcome!
Give a Song are hosting 2 street music parties for free this Friday evening in Chinbrook! Come and join in with the singing. They’ll be outside Merryfield House from 6.15pm and in the square outside the WG Grace Community Centre on Lions Close from 7.15pm.
The sun is out and it’s time for our first community seaside trip of the year. Join us on Saturday 17th June for a coach trip to Margate. Booking is now open for ChART residents – pay a £5 deposit per seat which is returned on the day. Limited places, book at the ChART office at the WG Grace Community Centre between 9am – 2pm weekdays.
Spring feels like it has finally arrived and we’re celebrating the first May bank holiday with a community get-together. Join us at the WG Grace Community Centre for lots of activities including planting, crafts, a treasure hunt, music and, of course, refreshments. Bring your friends, neighbours and family (and hope for sunshine!).
We’re pleased to announce that Zumba with Ana will continue with new Spring dates. This fun and upbeat class will be at the WG Grace Community Centre on Monday evenings from 7pm. It’s suitable for any fitness level as you can go as fast or slow as you want. Free for ChART residents, £5 for others.