Hillingdon What's On

Events at Southlands Arts Centre
(9 April – 30 September 2026)

See the poster for full details.

Rock and Roll classes
(30 July – 27 August 2026)

Southland Art Centre
(1 – 23 August 2026)

Youth Activities
(11 – 14 August 2026)

Dovetail Dining Centre
(13 August then 14 August 2026)

Prices kept the same since 2024

Southland Garden
(13 August then 15 August 2026)

Funweeks
(13 August then 14 August 2026)

Gardening group
(13 August then 15 August 2026)

Cycle rides
(14 – 28 August 2026)

Ruislip Duck Pond Market
(16 August then 6 September 2026)

Popular regular market located at Manor Farm site, Ruislip
1st and 3rd Sundays of each Month.

Harefield Bowls
(16 August then 23 August 2026)

We are a mixed bowling club whose aim is to enjoy the game of bowls in a warm, friendly and informal atmosphere.
The Club has weekly organised roll ups, as well as internal competitions, which are strongly supported.
As a mixed club we take part in both the Three Counties and The Chiltern & Thames leagues. In addition to this there is a very full, friendly weekday and weekend fixture list.

Many of our players compete in Bowls England National, Middlesex, Harrow, Hillingdon and many more external competitions.
The social side is also well supported with B.B.Qs, bowls drives and other fun days during the summer season. In winter we arrange indoor matches plus Christmas celebrations, quiz nights, bingo etc.

We currently have around 60 members and we are always looking to welcome new members whether you are a beginner or more experienced.
Don’t think that bowls is just a game for the older generation. Bowls has something to offer to everyone and is a great opportunity to meet new people of all ages. It can be a highly skilful and competitive sport.

Just joining a club can open the doors to county, national and even international competition! Having said that, you may prefer just to take part in the local leagues or even just join as a social, non-bowling member.

Venue: Taylors Meadow, Hill End Rd, Harefield, Uxbridge UB9 6LD
Contact: 07768 611226
https://harefieldbowls.weebly.com/

Cricket match
(16 August 2026)

Fassnidge Coffee Mornings
(17 August then 18 August 2026)

Youth activities
(17 – 19 August 2026)

All Saints Church coffee morning
(19 August then 26 August 2026)

A Weekly coffee morning at All Saints Church, Long Lane Hillingdon.

GP Survey
(19 August 2026)

Youth Activities
(24 – 26 August 2026)

Story time
(25 August 2026)

We are delighted to welcome Lanisha Butterfield, author of Flower Block and We Can Be Mermaids for a special summer story time at Ruislip Manor and Ickenham Libraries on Tuesday 25 August. There will also be a make your own bookmark activity and the chance to purchase your own copies of the books and have them signed.

Suitable for children aged 18 month to 5 years.

Spaces are limited and must be booked in advance at- www.pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/events/event/374/story-time-with-lanisha-butterfield

11am to 12pm

Ruislip Manor Library
Linden Avenue
Middlesex
HA4 8TW

Summer Concert
(26 August 2026)

Northwood HQ Royal Naval Volunteer Concert Band
Join us this summer at the Battle of Britain Bunker Visitor Centre for a special evening of music with the esteemed Northwood HQ Royal Naval Volunteer Concert Band.

Set within this unique and historic setting, the band will bring to life a vibrant programme of much-loved military tunes, combined with scores from TV and film and ending with Battle of Britain Classics. It’s the perfect opportunity to relax, soak up the atmosphere, and celebrate the sounds of summer in a place steeped in history.

Entry is free, though advance booking is recommended to secure your place. Donations in support of SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, are warmly welcomed

Doors open for refreshments at 18:00 with the concert starting at 19:00 and lasting for approximately an hour.

https://battleofbritainbunker.co.uk/

Desi Dances for over-65s
(28 August then 25 September 2026)

Our free desi dances are suitable for beginners, intermediate dancers and those who just want to enjoy the atmosphere.

With a mixture of different dance styles (including classical Indian dance, street and jazz), our desi dance classes are energetic and lots of fun.

Being held at Botwell Leisure Centre. East Avenue, Hayes. UB3 2HW

Friday 29 May, Friday 26 June, Friday 31 July, Friday 28 August, Friday 25 September,
Friday 30 October, Friday 27 November, Friday 18 December

Tel. 020 8561 0956
https://www.hillingdon.gov.uk/desi-dances

YWDCC TALENT SHOW COMPETITION
(28 August – 14 November 2026)

Local talent needed

Curtain up!
(1 September then 6 October 2026)

Come along to their monthly play reading sessions, led by Zoe from Ruislip Dramatic Society, and enjoy the chance to read a character, or just listen as the group brings a play to life.

Date: 03 March 2026 - 31 December 2026. Reoccurs monthly on the first Tuesday of the month
Time: 1.30pm - 4.30pm
Location: Compass Theatre, Glebe Avenue, Ickenham, UB10 8PD
Cost: £3

Dementia Friendly Choir
(2 September then 7 October 2026)

Dementia Friendly Choir held at The Winston Churchill Theatre, Manor Farm, Pinn Way, Ruislip HA4 7QL

Dances for over 65s
(3 September then 1 October 2026)

Our free tea dances are suitable for beginners, intermediate dancers and those who just want to enjoy the atmosphere. Learn various dance styles, such as the waltz, quickstep and ballroom, at our tea dances

Dancing starts at 1pm. Doors open at 12.50pm.

Please bring your HillingdonFirst card with you.
If you're joining others on the dance floor, please wear comfortable footwear.
Light refreshments (cold drinks and biscuits) will be available.

Tea Dances are held once a month at the Winston Churchill Theatre, Manor Farm, Pinn Way, Ruislip HA4 7QL

Thursday 7 May, Thursday 4 June, Thursday 9 July, Thursday 6 August, Thursday 3 September, Thursday 8 October, Thursday 5 November and Thursday 3 December

To book visit https://www.hillingdon.gov.uk/article/8547/Tea-dance

Hillingdon Fire Station Open Day
(5 September 2026)

Fun run and fun day
(6 September 2026)

Community Club
(9 September then 14 October 2026)

Mayors Bunker Tour
(10 September 2026)

Open Day
(12 September 2026)

Breakspear Fair
(12 September 2026)

Disabled Strong man/woman event
(13 – 14 September 2026)

Battle if Britain commemorations
(19 September 2026)

Battle of Britain 86: The 15 Nations - Saturday 19 September 2026

To mark the 86th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, BB86: The 15 Nations explores the remarkable stories of the countries that came to Britain's aid during its 'finest hour'.

Through a full day of tours, talks, stalls, family activities, music, food, and living history, we'll discover the vital contribution these nations made to the greatest air battle in history.

Join us at the Battle of Britain Bunker on Saturday 19 September as we commemorate the courage, sacrifice, and international cooperation that helped shape its outcome.

Tickets start from just £3.25 - Package Deals available, FREE for Hillingdon Heritage Members and FREE for Under 16s.

For all ticket enquiries, call 01895238154 or email bunker@hillingdon.gov.uk

Cleaner greener festival
(19 September 2026)

Healthy cooking
(25 September – 4 December 2026)

DLF Fun Day
(26 September 2026)

Coffee morning
(28 September 2026)

Coffee and crime
(2 October 2026)

Join us for Coffee & Crime with Simon McCleave. Simon will be talking about his latest book The Liverpool Killings.

Simon McCleave is a multi million-selling crime novelist who lives in North Wales with his wife and children. His debut novel, The Snowdonia Killings, was a #1 Amazon Bestseller and sold over 400,000 copies. The subsequent books in the DI Ruth Hunter series have all been bestsellers and have collectively sold over 3 million copies. The Liverpool Killings is the 23rd book in the DI Ruth Hunter series.

The Dark Tide, the first book in an Anglesey based crime series, was a hit in 2022 and was the highest selling Waterstone’s Welsh Book of the Month ever.

In 2025 McCleave launched a brand-new series Marshal of Snowdonia featuring Frank Marshal, a retired police officer and now ranger in Snowdonia National Park. The books, which are also bestsellers, are now in audio from Simon & Schuster.

Before writing novels, Simon worked as a script editor at the BBC and a producer at Channel 4 before working as a story analyst in Los Angeles. He then became a script writer, writing on series such as Silent Witness, The Bill, Murder in Suburbia and many more.

Bunk down at the Bunker
(11 October 2026)

Desi Dances for over-65s
(18 December 2026)

Our free desi dances are suitable for beginners, intermediate dancers and those who just want to enjoy the atmosphere.

With a mixture of different dance styles (including classical Indian dance, street and jazz), our desi dance classes are energetic and lots of fun.

Being held at Botwell Leisure Centre. East Avenue, Hayes. UB3 2HW

Friday 29 May, Friday 26 June, Friday 31 July, Friday 28 August, Friday 25 September,
Friday 30 October, Friday 27 November, Friday 18 December

Tel. 020 8561 0956
https://www.hillingdon.gov.uk/desi-dances