Discover things to do in Newham
Newham is a borough that has undergone significant regeneration, with beautiful parks and open spaces now at the heart of its transformation. Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park is the standout feature, offering scenic riverside walks, cycle paths, and world-class sports facilities.
The borough also boasts large green spaces like West Ham Park and Plashet Park, providing excellent places for exercise, picnicking, and community events. The Greenway, a long walking and cycling path, connects various parts of the borough, encouraging outdoor exploration. With its mix of modern and historic parks, Newham is a fantastic place for outdoor activities and relaxation.
Places to Volunteer and Visit
Sustainable Newham
Sustainable Newham exists to provide coordination and support to people and organisations in Newham who are actively running
Newham Sustainability Network
This network is for groups in Newham who are focused on environmental issues including recycling, litter, pollution and
Growsie
We are building Growsie – an online community to help people share plants for their gardens, homes and
London Search and Rescue
London Search and Rescue, known as LonSAR, support the Metropolitan Police and City of London Police in searches
Friends of West Ham Park and Community Garden
The Friends of West Ham Park are a group of local residents who love and use the park
Wren Group
Wren Wildlife and Conservation Group is a friendly circle of people of all ages and backgrounds, who have
West Ham Memorial Garden
In 2001, the Memorial Garden, situated on the site of our former home, the Boleyn Ground, became an
Green Space information in Newham
In Greater London, planning authorities and environmental consultants rely on GiGL; the Greenspace Information for Greater London services for the most comprehensive source of high-quality environmental data in the region. Using this data is crucial for making informed decisions in planning and development.
This includes careful consideration of priority habitats and Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINCs).
GilGL’s interactive visualizations provide key environmental insights for each London borough, covering:
- Data contributors
- Species records
- SINCs (Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation)
- Habitats
- Open spaces
These insights are based on GiGL’s data as of April 2024 and are important considerations in planning.
To learn how these factsheets were created, download the description here.Â
Ranger Projects and Stories
Rangers collaborating on new Greenway Pollinator Trail
Newham Council is creating The Greenway Pollinator Trail with support from The Mayor of London’s ‘Rewild London Fund’.
London National Park City welcomes Chattanooga’s Mayor Kelly on visit to the capital
Find out how the Mayor of what is set to be the the US’s first National Park City
A wild and wonderful picture of London: Matt Ponting’s Ranger Story
Learn how Ranger Matt Ponting is making London greener, healthier and wilder.
UEL Community Gardens
The University of East London (UEL) Community Garden is located between two student residences in the Docklands and
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