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Arts and culture

Waltham Forest is a hub of creativity, and was the first ever London Borough of Culture. Check out what's going on.


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Fellowship Fund 2025


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

Soho Theatre Walthamstow Opening May 2025


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

Make it Happen Grants


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

London Borough of Culture


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

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.

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.

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