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It may seem to be a little far away to start planning for the festive season, but traditional panto is on the way once more for Thurrock.  Following last year’s critically acclaimed, record-breaking pantomime, the Thameside Theatre and Polka Dot Pantomimes have teamed up once again to present this year’s magical Christmas extravaganza: ‘The New Adventures of Peter Pan’.

Residents in Thurrock have a unique opportunity to help shape plans for our borough to recycle more of its waste, thanks to the launch of a new survey.

Cycling is a fantastic way to get active, boost your wellbeing and help the environment. Whether you’re completely new to cycling or looking to get more involved, there are plenty of opportunities to explore Thurrock on two wheels.

Cycle training for all ages

Thurrock Council offer a range of cycle training options to help residents learn to ride or improve their skills on the road:

Carers had the chance to unwind, learn new skills and meet with other people going through similar experiences thanks to a special week of events hosted by Thurrock Carers Service.

Thurrock Carers Service provides information, advice and support for unpaid carers who support relatives, friends or neighbours who would find it difficult to manage without their help.

As part of Carers Week (Monday 9 June to Sunday 15 June), the service has hosted an array of entertaining events for carers of all ages.

Almost 100 parents, carers and children were in attendance for a special event to help prepare for starting school or nursery.

On Saturday 7 June, Thurrock Council hosted a 'Day of fun with your little one'. The free event offered parents and carers the chance to get practical advice and learn fun play activities that encouraged problem-solving, exploration and shared play to build foundations for future learning at home.

Parents in Thurrock can access a specialist mental health service to help better understand how to support their baby.

As part of Infant Mental Health Week (9 to 15 June), Thurrock Council is raising awareness of some of the ongoing support and services that are available within Family Hubs across the borough.

A group of enthusiastic young gardeners enjoyed a sweet start to the summer this week as they picked the first strawberries of the season in the Purfleet Hub Community Garden.

The children helped plant the strawberry patch earlier in the year and were excited to discover the ripened fruit hidden beneath green leaves.

“This is the best part, when we get to eat what we grew!” said one young gardener.

The project is helping teach children about where their food comes from, encourage healthy eating, and inspire an appreciation for nature and sustainability.

Coalhouse Fort has been awarded £236,500 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to help secure a long-term future as landmark and visitor attraction in East Tilbury.

The funding will be used for the Reanimating Coalhouse Fort project, which will involve the local community and people with an interest in the history of the fort to play a role in securing its future.

The Fort has stood empty since 2020 and needs significant work to make it ready to fully open to the public.

Works to improve Tilbury Civic Square have already brought huge improvements to the area, with much more to still to come.

The works so far have seen improvements to the road, footpath and created new flowerbeds and green areas on the north side of the square. The next phase of work will bring improvements to the rest of the square including new roads, footpaths, streetlights and landscaping.

Earlier this week (Monday 2 June), Thurrock Council's LGBTQ+ Staff Network celebrated the start of Pride Month by raising the Progress flag above the Civic Offices in Grays.

The celebration was joined by colleagues, friends, allies and supporters to mark the special occasion.

Councillor Steve Liddiard, Deputy Mayor of Thurrock, was also in attendance and said: “It is an honour to stand before you today as we raise the Progress flag to mark the beginning of Pride Month here in Thurrock.”