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Global Village at Rainham Hall

Published:
28 August 2026
Tightrope walker in gardens at Rainham Hall, brightly dressed costume
Global Village Tightrope walker in bright clothing | © Chris Sparrow

Join us for a fantastic free festival day in the beautiful Community Garden at Rainham Hall

Sunday 6 Sept 11.30-4.pm Free, just drop in. 

Come and enjoy acrobatics from India’s Circus Raj; throw some shapes at a Bollywood dance session, be transported to far off places with Usifu Jalloh, the storyteller from Sierra Leone; and treat yourself to henna hand painting. Fabulous music from the Heritage Brass Band from India. Global Garden Veg tasting and great Games from Around the Globe and Global Book Tent for children and families. Village Voices will be collecting your micro stories. Local community groups will also be joining the day with craft stalls. Free entry on the day to Rainham Hall itself. Bring along a picnic or use the beautiful cafe for ice creams, drinks and cakes. In partnership with Essex Cultural Diversity Project and with support from Havering London.

 

The Stables Cafe is open too for hot chocolates, ice creams, beautiful cakes and snacks. Bring along a picnic or nip into Jerknting, next door. 

 

 

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