Local What's On

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

See the poster for full details.

Citizens Advice
(28 April 2026)

Fassnidge Coffee Mornings
(28 April then 4 May 2026)

All Saints Church coffee morning
(29 April then 6 May 2026)

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

Author Event - Yemi Dipeolu
(1 May 2026)

Join us for a afternoon with crime fiction author Yemi Dipeolu.
Friday 1 May
2pm
Botwell Green Library, Hayes
Free event - Booking essential

Yemi will be discussing her book Kiss Marry Kill. A bingeworthy thriller about love, marriage and obsessions that fans of Adele Parks and The List will LOVE.

Copies of Kiss Marry Kill will be available to purchase at the event.

About Yemi Dipeolu is a British-Nigerian writer from South East London. She studied English literature with creative writing at the University of Surrey and has an MFA from Kingston University. Kiss Marry Kill is her first novel.

Ickenham Railway open day
(2 May 2026)

Passenger carrying miniature railway using steam and diesel locomotives on our portable track on our track behind the Coach & Horses Pub, 1 High Road, Ickenham, Middlesex UB10 8LJ
1200 -1700hrs
Rides, all ages, £1.
More info. at www.idsme.co.uk

Ruislip Duck Pond Market
(3 May then 17 May 2026)

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

Harefield Bowls
(3 May then 10 May 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/

Charity Football match
(4 May 2026)

Tickets are selling fast for our Celebrity Charity Match hosted by Sellebrity Soccer on Bank Holiday Monday, 4th May 2026 at the Skyline Roofing Stadium - all in support of Mount Vernon Cancer Charity.

We start the day at 12.15pm with the Northwood all-stars game featuring players from the club’s last five years, two sides managed by former Woods Managers Ben Bukowski & Dennis Quigley.

Then at 1.45pm we shall showcase the future of the Club with some of our youth teams at the club taking part in mini matches.

This all builds up to the main feature at 3.15pm as two teams of celebrities from TV, Sport and Social Media take to the field. It’s all compared by Ricky Groves (Eastenders) with a real party atmosphere! Lots of music, fun and surprises and all in a good cause.

It’s one of Northwood FC’s big Centenary celebration events and we’d love to see you there.

Narrow Boat Trips
(4 May 2026)

Support a Harefield charity this May Bank Holiday.
Enjoy a peaceful narrowboat trip with Hillingdon Narrowboats Association – a fully volunteer-run organisation.
A great day out for families and friends,with refreshments included!
Book here 👉 www.hna.org.uk

Dementia Friendly Choir
(6 May then 3 June 2026)

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

Dances for over 65s
(7 May then 4 June 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

Coffee & Crime - Andrea Mara
(8 May 2026)

Ruislip Manor Library. Linden Avenue, Ruislip Manor, HA4 8TW

Jumble Sale - The Music Box
(9 May 2026)

In aid of Give and Share Charity.
Tables £8.

Community Resilience Roadshow
(9 May 2026)

Saturday 9th May 2026
12:00–16:00
Hillingdon Fire Station, Uxbridge Road, Hillingdon

We are excited to bring together partners and residents to promote community preparedness and resilience.
Residents will be able to meet local responder partners including Hillingdon Council, London Ambulance Service (LAS), London Fire Brigade, Met Police Service, the Environment Agency, Affinity, British Red Cross, the Military, Rapid Relief Team and the Hillingdon Federation of Community Associations. They'll be able to explore emergency vehicles, take part in fun hands‑on activities, and learn practical steps to keep themselves, their family, and neighbours safe. For example, the LAS will be teaching CPR.

There will also be free food available! The Rapid Relief Team will be serving burgers; meat, vegetarian and vegan options available! And spreading awareness about how their organisation contributes to resilience.

Eventbrite link:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/community-resilience-roadshow-tickets-1983525590436?aff=oddtdtcreator

For more information contact Fiona Gibbs, Stronger Communities Manager and Prevent Lead at Hillingdon Council by emailing her at fgibbs@hillingdon.gov.uk

Charity Race night
(9 May 2026)

Michael Sobell House Plant Sale
(9 May 2026)

Our incredible volunteer gardening team present another fabulous Michael Sobell House Annual Plant Sale.

Whilst you browse and buy from our range of beautiful gardening goodies, you'll also be able to purchase hot drinks and homemade cakes, all in support of your local hospice.

There will also be a raffle with lots of prizes to be won!

Time: 10.00 - 12.00
Venue: Michael Sobell House, Northwood, HA6 2RN

Stag event
(10 May 2026)

Family Support Volunteers Needed
(15 May then 22 May 2026)

Charity quiz night
(15 May 2026)

Quiz night raising funds for Radio Hillingdon

Cancer centre
(17 May 2026)

Murder on the Nile
(20 – 23 May 2026)

Hillingdon Heritage Book Club
(21 May 2026)

Are you a history lover who enjoys a good book?📖 Hillingdon Heritage Book Club is a chance for history lovers to chat all things history with fellow enthusiasts. Each quarter, we will explore a new historical fiction or non-fiction title, and come together to discuss, debate, and discover.

Our next session is Thursday 21 May. Bring along your favourite history related book (fiction or non-fiction) and share it with others. Who knows- you might find your next thrilling read!
🎟️ £5, or FREE for Hillingdon Heritage members!
Interested in becoming a member? Find out more here: https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/history-heritage/hillingdon-heritage-membership

Denham Village Fayre
(25 May 2026)

Come to the annual Denham Charter Fayre on the last bank holiday in May.

The village will be closed to traffic and we will host a selection of local artisan stalls, food court area, funfair, Brass Band, Punch & Judy, Morris Dancing and homemade Teas and cakes in our historic Church and Memorial Hall.

Parking is available on two field sites in the village for only £5 per car for the whole day with golf buggy transport to the heart of the Fayre for those who need it. Come and enjoy a fun filled day.

Times: 10am - 4pm
https://www.denhamparish.church/denham-village-fayre
St Mary’s Church, Village Road, Denham, Uxbridge, United Kingdom, UB9 5BH

Desi Dances for over-65s
(29 May then 26 June 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

Crime Festival
(13 June 2026)

Our Crime Fiction Festival is back for its second year — bigger, bolder, and packed with even more thrills for crime and mystery lovers!
Join us for a full day of author talks, conversations, and crime‑themed sessions featuring some of the most exciting names in the genre. Your ticket grants access to all talks throughout the day, and you’ll keep the same reserved seat for every session.
📅 Saturday 13 June 2026
⏱ 10:00am - 16.30 (end time TBC)
📍 Winston Churchill Theatre, Ruislip
⭐ Authors Confirmed So Far

T M Logan
M J Arlidge
C M Ewan
Louise Candlish
Araminta Hall
Ilona Bannister
Luca Veste
G D Wright
Simon Mason
Remi Kohn

More authors will be announced soon. Line-up and event details are subject to change.
🍕 On the Day

Licensed bar
Tea & coffee
Bookshop
Pizza truck
Full programme timings and themed sessions to be published shortly

🎟 Tickets: £12 + booking fee
One price for the whole day of events.

Box office 01895 277643

Harefield Village Fete
(13 June 2026)

Meet the team from Radio Hillingdon at this event!

British Legion - Auto Show
(21 June 2026)

Author Talk at Ickenham Library
(25 June 2026)

Date: 25 June 2026
Time: 7.30pm - 8.30pm
Location: Ickenham Library, Community Close / Long Lane, Ickenham, UB10 8RE
Cost: Free
https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/author-events

Award-winning and internationally bestselling author Ross Montgomery will be joining us to discuss his first adult novel 'The Murder at World’s End'.

About the book
Downton Abbey meets Knives Out in the gripping new crime series where an unlikely sleuthing duo - an under-butler and a foul-mouthed octogerian - hunt a killer in a manor sealed against the end of the world. Together, this mismatched duo must navigate secret passages, buried grudges and rising terror to unmask the killer before it's too late...

Summer Fayre
(27 June 2026)

Hillingdon Heritage Workshop
(30 June 2026)

Hillingdon Heritage Home History Workshop
Tuesday 30th June 13:00 - 14:00

Interested in learning more about your home? Our workshops can help you!
We can help you with...
🌳 Getting started with your research
🗺️ Navigating Ancestry’s record collection
📖 Advising on how you can use other resources such as FindMyPast and our archive to complement your Ancestry research.

This event is FREE, and hosted at Hillingdon Museum (currently accessed through Uxbridge Library).

Tonic Choir
(2 July 2026)

Pottery Workshops
(11 July 2026)

John Locke Summer Fair
(11 July 2026)

Meet the team from Radio Hillingdon at this event!

Denham Green Summer Festival
(12 July 2026)

E-Act Denham Green PTFA are looking for participants.

Author Talk
(20 July 2026)

Date: 20 July 2026
Time: 7.30pm - 8.30pm
Location: Great Barn, Manor Farm Site, Bury Street / Eastcote Road, Ruislip, HA4 7SU
Cost: £5
https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/author-events

Hillingdon Council are thrilled to welcome international bestselling author David Baldacci to the Great Barn, Ruislip, for the opening night of his UK tour.

With more than 150 million books sold worldwide, Baldacci is one of the most successful thriller writers of our time.

He’ll be in conversation with Matt Nixon, Features Editor at the Daily Express, for an evening of insight, storytelling and discussion.

Signed books will be available to purchase at the event.

Sunshine House Summer Fete
(25 July 2026)

Due to the success of our event last year we are holding our second annual charity Summer Fete at The Gate Northwood, on 25th July 2026 from 12 PM.
This event is being held to raise funds for Friends of Sunshine House, a charity dedicated to supporting the Pinn River School. Sunshine House is a specialist education setting for children aged 3-14. The children who are educated at Sunshine House are blind and partially sighted with other needs that include:
* significant and multiple learning difficulties and disabilities
* additional sensory impairments
* communication difficulties
* physical disabilities
* additional medical and healthcare needs, including complex epilepsy and life-limiting conditions
We are inviting local businesses to take part by hosting a stall, which provides a great opportunity to promote your business and sell your products. The cost for a stall is £20, with all proceeds going directly to Friends of Sunshine House.
The fete will feature a variety of attractions, including:
• A DJ and live bands all day 🎸
• A bouncy castle🎪
• A raffle🎟️
• Games🎡
• And more!
If you’re interested in having a stall please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
01923836513
07549830632

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

Local talent needed

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