Last updated 26 April 2023
As things can sometimes change, please check ahead if an activity is running on the date you want to attend, using the details given below or by contacting us. Most regular activities for children & families are closed during school holidays.
BANK HOLIDAY CLOSURES
All BDCA venues and activities will be fully closed for the Bank Holidays.
May Half Term
The Holiday Club will be using the Well Community Centre between 30 May – 2 June, and all other sessions will be closed during that time for that venue.
There’s always lots going on at Bonny Downs! Below is a list of our current regular weekly timetable, and details of any special events we have planned. All sessions are FREE to join unless otherwise stated.
Mondays | Tuesdays | Wednesdays | Thursdays | Fridays | Saturdays | Events
Mondays
| Activity | Time | Where | Group | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NewDay Homeless advice and support. By appointment only. | 8:30 am – 2:30 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | Adults with no dependants 18+ | Angie Book online |
| Debt Centre Money advice and debt management | 9 am – 2:30 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | Personal debt advice for Newham residents | Please email Kim for an initial appointment, and include your name, address and phone number |
| Cheeky Chimps Toddler Group | 09.30 am – 11.30 am | The Well | Parents/ carers & under 5s | Just turn up! Families team |
| Chair-based Exercise for 65+ | 12 pm – 1 pm | The Well and via Zoom | All aged 65+. Please contact us if you’d like to join | Michelle or 07861 907 941 |
| Music & Movement for 65+ | 1.15 pm – 2.15 pm | The Well | All aged 65+ welcome | Just turn up! Michelle or 07861 907 941 |
| Women-only Zumba | 2.15 pm – 3pm | The Well | All women of all fitness levels welcome | Just turn up! Sports team |
| After School Club | 2.30 – 6.15 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | 4 – 11 years | Carla |
| Youth Club – free English, Maths and Science Tuition | 4.30 pm – 6.30 pm | East Ham Library | Check details here | Just turn up! Youth team |
| Women’s Fitness Class | 6 – 7 pm | The Well | All women are welcome! | Just turn up! Sports team |
| Ramadan Taraweeh Prayers | 9 – 11 pm | The Well | Men | Just turn up. Until 22 April |
Tuesdays
| Activity | Time | Where | Group | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NewDay Homeless advice and support. By appointment only. | 8:30 am – 2:30 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | Adults with no dependants 18+ | Angie Book online |
| Debt Centre Money advice and debt management | 9 am – 2.30 pm | By appointment only Bonny Downs Church Hall | Personal debt advice for Newham residents | Please email Kim for an initial appointment, and include your name address and phone number |
| Budgeting Workshop | 9 am – 2:30 pm | Bonny Downs Church Hall | Newham residents | Contact Gemma |
| ESOL | 9 am – 2:30 pm | Bonny Downs Church Hall | Newham Residents | Contact Gemma |
| Immigration Advice | 9 am – 2:30 pm | Bonny Downs Church Hall | Newham Residents | Contact Gemma |
| Walking Football | 10 am – 11 am | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | Ages 40+ | Just turn up! Sports team |
| Coffee Morning | 10 am – 12 pm | The Well | All aged 65+ | Michelle or 07861 907 941 |
| Arts & Crafts | 10.30 am – 12 pm | The Well | All aged 65+ | Michelle or 07861 907 941 |
| Darts | 1.30 pm – 3 pm | The Well | All aged 65+ | Michelle or 07861 907 941 |
| After School Club | 2.30 – 6.15 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | 5 – 11 years | Carla |
| Outdoor Sports and Youth Hub | 6 – 7.30pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | 9 – 14 years | Just turn up! Youth team |
| Outdoor Sports and Youth Hub | 7.30 – 9 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | 15 – 19 years | Just turn up! Youth team |
| Football Coaching by West Ham United Foundation’s ‘Inspired Youth’ programme | 7.30 – 9 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | 15 – 19 years | Just turn up! Youth team |
| Ramadan Taraweeh Prayers | 9-11 pm | The Well | Men | Just turn up. Until 22 April |
Wednesdays
| Activity | Time | Where | Group | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NewDay Homeless advice and support. By appointment only. | 8:30 am – 2:30 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | Adults with no dependants 18+ | Angie Book online |
| Tots Go Wild Toddler Group | 10 – 11.30 am | Central Park Café | Parents/ carers & under 5s | Just turn up! Families team Closed on 10 May for Coronation Celebration |
| Tai Chi for ages 65+ | 9.15 – 10.15 am | Online via Zoom | All aged 65+. Contact us for joining instructions | Michelle or 07861 907 941 |
| Community Pilates | 9.15 – 10.15 am | The Well | Everyone welcome – including older people! | Just turn up! |
| Indoor bowls for ages 65+ | 10.45 am – 12.45 pm | The Well | All aged 65+ | Just turn up! Michelle or 07861 907 941 |
| Foodbank | 11:30 am – 1:30 pm | Bonny Downs Church Hall | E6 residents with referral voucher only | Gemma |
| Family-friendly Yoga | 1.30 – 2.30 pm | The Well | All women plus space for your little ones | Just turn up! Families team |
| After School Club | 2.30 – 6.15 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | 5 – 11 years | Carla |
| Youth Hub Drop In | 4.30- 7.30pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | 9 – 14 years | Just turn up! Youth team |
| Ramadan Taraweeh Prayers | 9-11 pm | The Well | Men | Just turn up. Until 22 April |
Thursdays
| Activity | Time | Where | Group | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NewDay Homeless advice and support. By appointment only. | 8:30 am – 2:30 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | Adults with no dependants 18+ | Angie Book online |
| NEWlife Gardening Group | 9.30 am – 2 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | For adults struggling with money or housing problems | Sports team |
| Family Hub | 9.30 am – 12.30 pm | The Well | Low income families | Just turn up! Families team (no session 11 May) |
| Community Food Club | 11 am – 1 pm | Bonny Downs Church Hall | All resident in E6 are welcome. £5 per visit. (Elders only from 10:30 – 11am) | Just turn up! Read more |
| Women Only Zumba | 2 – 2.45 pm | The Well | All women of all fitness levels welcome | Just turn up! Sports team |
| After School Club | 2:30 – 6.15 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | 5 – 11 years | Carla |
| Youth Hub | 6 – 7.30 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | 9 – 14 years | Just turn up! Youth team |
| Youth Hub & Gym | 7.30 – 9 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | 15 – 19 years | Just turn up! Youth team |
| Ramadan Taraweeh Prayers | 9-11 pm | The Well | Men | Just turn up. Until 22 April |
Fridays
| Activity | Time | Where | Group | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NewDay Homeless advice and support. By appointment only. | 8:30 am – 2:30 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | Adults with no dependants 18+ | Angie Book online |
| Pilates Online | 9 am – 10 am | Online via Zoom | All adults welcome | Sports team |
| Tots Haven Toddler Group including Animal Magic from 10.45 – 11.15am (an interactive singing & story session) | 09.30 – 11 am | The Well | Parents/ carers & under 5s | Just turn up! Families team (no session 12 May) |
| Community Gardening | 10 am – 1 pm | Community Garden | All | Just turn up! Garden team |
| After School Club | 2:30 – 6:15 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | 5 – 11 years | Carla |
| Youth Hub | 6 – 8 pm | Bobby Moore Sports Pavilion | 9 – 14 years | Just turn up! Youth team |
| Ramadan Taraweeh Prayers | 9-11 pm | The Well | Men | Just turn up. Until 22 April |
Saturdays
| Activity | Time | Where | Group | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Gardening | 10 am – 1 pm | Community Garden | All. Family-friendly! | Just turn up! Garden team |
| Outdoor Park Sports | 11 am – 1 pm fortnightly | Gooseley Park & others TBC | 9 – 19 years | Youth team |
| Ramadan Taraweeh Prayers | 9 – 11 pm | The Well | Men | Just turn up. Until 22 April |
Special events
- Nursery Open Day
You are invited to Bonny Downs Nursery Open Day on Saturday 20th May from 10 am – 12 pm Come with your child and explore the activities we have on offer, taste our sample menu, meet our friendly team and learn about our enrolment process. - A Coronation Celebration
BDCA are joining in celebrating the Coronation of the new King and everyone is invited! Date: Wednesday 10 May 2023 Time: 11 am – 1 pm Location: The Well Community Centre, 49 Vicarage Lane, London E6 6DQ
Throughout the year, we run a programme of special events for over-65s. From trips to the seaside, to activity days in the countryside, and celebrations at our community centre, we’ve got it all covered! Email Michelle or call 07861 907 941 for details.