Arts and culture

Fellowship Fund 2025

Learn more about the 2025/26 Fellowship Fund grants programme.

Make it Happen Grants

Our flagship grants programme offering funding for cultural and creative projects in Waltham Forest.

Make It Happen 2026

Our flagship grants programme offering seed funding for creative and cultural projects in Waltham Forest.

Soho Theatre Walthamstow

Waltham Forest Council restores and reopens its 960 seat, Grade II* listed cultural venue and welcomes Soho Theatre Walthamstow.

Fellowship Square

Get ready to explore Fellowship Square with our fun Fellowship Square Trail.

Filming in the borough

If you want to film here, you should first contact Waltham Forest Film Office. Find out more.

William Morris Gallery

The grade II* listed building was once Morris's family home. It reopened in August 2012 after major redevelopment.

Vestry House Museum

Vestry House Museum is currently undergoing revitalisation as part of the wider Culture for All programme to enhance heritage assets in Walthamstow town centre.

Queen Elizabeth's Hunting Lodge

This grade II* listed former hunting lodge is now a museum and sits on the edge of Epping Forest.

Waltham Forest Archives and local studies library

Information about your family history, the history of your house or street.

North Chingford Heritage Festival

Learn more about the North Chingford Heritage Festival, celebrating it's rich history and culture.

Town twinning

Town twinning helps to promote cultural understanding between communities in different countries. Read more.

Former Granada cinema heritage venue

Waltham Forest Council's Grade II* listed cultural venue, it's restoration journey and reopening as Soho Theatre Walthamstow, including benefits for residents.

Cultural Action Plan

Learn more about the Cultural Action Plan and it's aim to develop stronger communities.

London Borough of Culture

In 2019, the entire borough came alive with amazing events. Find out more about this unforgettable year.