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What’s On in Our Local Community

Looking for exciting opportunities in our community? We’re sharing the official local authority website information page where you can find events and activities for children, families, and adults. From educational workshops and sports sessions to performances and celebrations, there’s something for everyone... 

Free Events for Children 

Lego Club at Ickenham Library
Build amazing creations with LEGO® bricks.
Age: 5–11 years
When: Saturday mornings
Where: Ickenham Library
Price: Free

Tiny Tales at Botwell Green Library
Stories and rhymes with a simple activity.
Age: 18 months to 5 years
When: Regular sessions
Where: Botwell Green Library
Price: Free 

Family Book Bunch at Yeading Library
Reading and writing activities to boost enjoyment of books.
Age: 5–7 years (with parent/carer)
When: Saturday mornings
Where: Yeading Library
Price: Free 

Junior Chess Club at Northwood Hills Library
Learn and play chess with other children.
Age: 7+ years
When: Saturday mornings
Where: Northwood Hills Library
Price: Free 

Playday at Hillingdon Athletics Stadium
A fun family event with games and activities.
Age: All children
When: Annual event (August)
Where: Hillingdon Athletics Stadium
Price: Free 

Code Club at Uxbridge Library
Learn programming in Scratch.
Age: 8–11 years (upper primary/lower secondary)
When: Weekly sessions
Where: Uxbridge Library
Price: Free 

Creative Play with LEGO® at Botwell Green Library
Fun and relaxed family LEGO play session.
Age: 5 to 11 years (older primary/early secondary welcome)
Where: Botwell Green Library
Price: Free 

Chess Club at Ruislip Manor Library
Learn and play chess with peers.
Age: 7 to11 years (older children often attend)
Where: Ruislip Manor Library
Price: Free

Compass Kidz / Teenz Performing Arts Classes
Drama and performing arts sessions.
Age: 4–16 years
Where: Compass Theatre
Price: Free taster sessions available 

Inter Youth Sessions (Games, Sports, Music)
Activities for school years 7 to 13.
Where: Various youth centres (e.g., Barnhill Community High School)
Price: Often free or very low cost (some listed as £0.50)

 

 

Free Events for Parents, Guardians and Carers 

Families Roadshow
Meet local services and partners, get advice, and enjoy activities for under-5s.
Where: Ruislip Manor Library
When: Scheduled dates
Price: Free

Autism Support Group for Parents
Informal group to share experiences and advice about children with autism.
Where: Botwell Green Library
Price: Free 

Monthly Coffee Morning
Connect with other parents over a hot drink and friendly conversation.
Where: Botwell Green Library
Price: Free 

English Conversation Group
Practise English in a relaxed setting with other adults.
Where: Botwell Green Library
Price: Free 

IT Taster Sessions
Learn to access council services, digital resources, and online tools.
Where: Botwell Green Library
Price: Free 

Reading Friends: Adult Art Creativity Session
Explore your creative side and reduce stress through art.
Where: Botwell Green Library
Price: Free

Reading Friends: Adult Creative Writing Group
Start journaling and enjoy writing in a supportive group.
Where: Botwell Green Library
Price: Free 

Reading Friends: Crossword Group
Socialise while solving puzzles with like-minded people.
Where: Botwell Green Library
Price: Free 

SENDIASS Drop-in Sessions
Get advice and support around Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
Where: Uxbridge Family Hub
Price: Free

Family Board Games
Enjoy classic board games with your children in a relaxed setting.
Where: Uxbridge Library
Price: Free

 

 

Click the link below to explore the full list of events on the local authority website: https://discover.hillingdon.gov.uk/article/880/Organised-events-and-activities-in-Hillingdon