Tower Hamlets Council

Tower Hamlets Council

6/19/2025, 9:10:57 AM

*Are you entitled to free childcare?* Working parents must apply for an Eligibility Code by 31st August 2025 to access up to 30 hours of free childcare per week from September 2025. For more information or to apply for a Working Family Code, visit the Childcare Choices website: www.childcarechoices.gov.uk. If you are not working but receive certain benefits, your child may be eligible for 15 hours of free childcare for 2-year-olds. The same is true if your child is in local authority care, if they receive Disability Living Allowance, have an Education, Health and Care Plan or have left care under an adoption order, special guardianship order or a child arrangements order. To apply, visit your local Children and Families Centre or contact the Family Information Service on 0207 364 6495.

Tower Hamlets Council

6/20/2025, 9:55:48 AM

*It's going to be a scorcher tomorrow* 🌞 In the hot weather, make sure you stay out of the sun during the hottest part of the day, and please check in on friends, family, and neighbours who may be finding it more challenging to stay cool and hydrated. Additionally, long periods of hot and dry weather can increase the risk of grass fires, and BBQs can be a cause of them. If you're visiting an open park or space, please don't take a disposable BBQ with you. Disposable BBQs should also not be used indoors, on a balcony, or in close proximity to flammable items like sheds and fences. Disposable BBQs can pose a significant fire risk if they aren't put out properly because the heat can be retained for many hours even after a barbecue has been put out.

Tower Hamlets Council

6/18/2025, 9:15:21 AM

*Be Well Summer Holiday Club bookings are now OPEN* 😎 🙌 Keep the kids entertained this summer 🎾 🖌️ ⚽🤸 With swimming, bouncy castles, arts and crafts, tennis, football, gymnastics and loads more, there's something for everyone ✅ Open to ages 5 - 15 years More info at https://be-well.org.uk/be-well-summer-2025-holiday-club/

Tower Hamlets Council

6/17/2025, 10:10:33 AM

*Badminton tournament* 🏸 Grab your badminton partner and tap into your competitive spirit with our Doubles Badminton tournament at Whitechapel Sports Centre. When: Monday 30th June 6pm-10pm Cost: £30 per team Trophy and prizes available for the winners Sign up ➡️ https://towerhamletscouncil.gladstonego.cloud/book/details?activityEndTime=2025-06-30T20:59:59Z&activityGroupId=WSPORTS&activityId=W41000BDTOR0625&activityStartTime=2025-06-30T17:00:00Z&locationId=ZWSCSHL001&siteId=WSC

Tower Hamlets Council

5/28/2025, 11:07:23 AM

*Giveaway alert* 🚨 🎈 Be Well has just turned 1 so to celebrate, we’re giving away the first ever Be Well Membership Card 001, fully loaded with: ✅ 12 months free access to all our gyms, pools and fitness classes ✅ 5 free spa day passes to Be Well The Spa at York Hall ✅ Unlimited wellness, all year around! 🔗 Want to win? Just fill out the quick survey – https://forms.office.com/e/b4SYLiDejw 📅 Deadline to enter: 6 June 2025

Tower Hamlets Council

5/27/2025, 11:07:43 AM

*Free health checks* 🩺 In partnership with Tower Hamlets GP Care Group, the council is offering free health checks to support the wellbeing of our local communities. The quick and friendly 15-minute health check helps individuals understand their health and take steps to reduce the risk of conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes. These checks are delivered by trained healthcare assistants and provide tailored health signposting and support. The check includes: * Smoking status * BMI (Body Mass Index) * Alcohol risk * Blood pressure check * Type 2 diabetes risk score Find out more ➡️ https://www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/lgnl/health__social_care/public_health/Community-Health-Checks.aspx

Tower Hamlets Council

5/23/2025, 10:28:48 AM

*Heaps of half-term fun* Whether it’s playing around in the splash pool at Vicky Park, getting creative with bunting making, or taking part in sports activities, there are loads of free fun activities for children and families during the half term holidays from 26 to 30 May. You can also pop into your local Idea Store for half term activities including storytelling sessions, coding, Lego clubs and more. See more ➡️ https://www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/News_events/Events/Events.aspx?Calendar_List_TaxonomyKey=0%2f1%2f18%2f19%2f270

Tower Hamlets Council

5/29/2025, 12:41:23 PM

*PSA: Bus service improvements are coming to Tower Hamlets!* 🌙 Night Bus N25 (Oxford Circus to Ilford) • Started Saturday, May 24 • Buses will run every 10 minutes on Friday and Saturday nights (improved from every 12 minutes) • Regular service remains every 8 minutes Sunday to Thursday 🚌 Route 106 (Finsbury Park bus station to Whitechapel) • Starting Saturday, June 7 • Early Sunday service improved: buses every 20 minutes before 6:30am (previously every 30 minutes)

Tower Hamlets Council

5/21/2025, 10:57:51 AM

*Whitechapel Station lift update* From Monday 26 May until Sunday 8 June, the lift at Whitechapel station between the ticket hall and the lower concourse level, which leads to the lifts for the Elizabeth line, will be out of service for planned maintenance work. For step-free access to the Elizabeth line platforms when entering the station: • Take lift C from the ticket hall to the northbound Windrush line platform • Then, take lift E further along the platform to the Lower Concourse level • From there, use lift F or H as normal to the Elizabeth line For a step-free exit from the station from the Elizabeth line: • Take lift F or H to the southbound Windrush line platform • Then, take lift G to the District and Hammersmith & City line platforms • From there, use lift C or D to the ticket hall For step-free access to the southbound Windrush line: • Take lift C or D in the ticket hall to the District and Hammersmith & City line platforms • Then, take lift G at the end of the platforms

Tower Hamlets Council

5/16/2025, 3:28:06 PM

*Have you seen the latest mural in Tower Hamlets?* Unveiled recently by Sir Ian McKellen, the Sidney Street mural pays tribute to the Siege of Sidney Street. Go and check it out, and find out more at https://www.whitechapelstories.org/ Thank you to Whitechapel Stories for the photo