Community arts charity based in Leytonstone, bringing people together through shared experiences. We build skills, grow confidence, and nurture ideas
London, England
Joined May 2019
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That’s a wrap.
Our final Art Social of the year was a success—thanks to everyone who joined us! We loved seeing so many people creating stunning Christmas-themed art with colourful inks.
Happy Holidays! see you next year from Idea Space and team.
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Great to see our previous grantee @Ideaspace3 creating more opportunities for local people to learn new creative skills.
They're running a FREE 2-day digital art course for beginners at Leytonstone Library (8–9 July).
📧 Book: [email protected]
Subject: "Digital arts trail"
Art Social is BACK!
Whether you're an absolute beginner or just want tea & toast, everyone is welcome.
🗓️ Every other Friday starting 5 June ⏰ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM 📍 Cann Hall Road, E11 3HY (Green side door)
Cann Hall Road, E11 3HY
for Waltham Forest residents
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Last month I joined @Ideaspace3 for their Art Social coffee morning in Leytonstone - hearing from residents about local concerns and seeing the fantastic work they do bringing the community together through creativity ☕🎨 Thank you to everyone who came and shared their experiences!
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Young Voices, Real Change: Young People in East London
Care-experienced, care leavers & NEET young people share their stories, perspectives & ambitions for the future. This film highlights why their voices must be at the heart of shaping opportunities in our city.
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Peer Ambassadors is recruiting for a participant-led programme for 17–25-year-olds in Hackney & Tower Hamlets with Shoreditch Library. 9-month project on creative writing & local histories. No experience needed. Apply by 15 March. peeruk.org/peer-ambassadors
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Calling UK arts organisations! 🎭 The Jerwood Foundation is funding bold, public-facing projects in visual & performing arts. Grants: £15k–£500k. Applications close 18 March 2026. Projects must run 1 Jul 2026–30 Jun 2027.
Apply ➡️ jerwood.org/funding/
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Applications are now open for Genting Good Causes Fund 2025/26. This £80k fund from @NewhamLondon offers grants of up to £5k for voluntary, community & faith organisations supporting safe, healthy and prosperous communities in Newham. Closes: 8 Mar, 11pm newham.gov.uk/community-park…
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“Inner Liverpool” by Benjamin Zephaniah is a celebration of the city’s spirit — raw, rhythmic and proud. Benjamin captures Liverpool’s heartbeat, its people, its diversity, and its unapologetic identity. When he performs it, the poem becomes music — full of movement, wit and love
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Grants available for community groups to support more residents to walk and cycle.:
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Upcoming Coffee Morning - Leytonstone! ☕️👇
I’ll be joining Idea Space in Leytonstone for a relaxed art social and coffee morning on Friday, 27 February. 🖌️
A welcoming space to chat, meet neighbours and raise local issues - art activities optional and open to all.
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Great to meet residents at our Cann Hall and Cathall coffee morning last week - a really useful chance to talk through local issues and help with casework.
Also good to catch up with Vicky from @Ideaspace3, the Leytonstone-based community arts charity doing brilliant work to make the arts accessible to everyone!
☕️You can keep up-to-date on future ward coffee mornings here: calvinbailey.co.uk/upcominge…
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Thank you @Ideaspace3 for these sessions combining creativity and community.
Soul food 🙏
Have a great Christmas break!
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This evening, at St John’s, Leytonstone, there is a vigil to remember women and girls affected by violence.
From 5.45, with speeches by Cllr Grace Williams, Leader of the Council, and Cllr Asghar, Cabinet Member for VAWG
NEW Community Cinema in Leytonstone!
"Pay What You Can" donation £2 per person or £5 per family
Elf – PG rating - family friendly comedy
Date: Thursday 13th December doors open at 2 film starts at 2.30
Location: St John’s Church, 825 High Rd Leytonstone, E11 1HH- all welcome
NEW Community Cinema in Leytonstone! 🎬
"Pay What You Can"
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE – the ultimate feel-good classic.
📅 Date: Thursday 11th December
⏰ Time: Doors 7:00 PM | Film 7:30 PM
📍 Location: St John’s Church, 825 High Rd, Leytonstone, E11 1HH🎄✨
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We're back with a brand new season of Masterclasses, this time for Young People aged 16 - 17!
No experience needed, just come along and learn about a wide range of skills to help you get started in the world of theatre.
Come down and give it a go!
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MAKE IT HAPPEN 2026
The Council’s Grants programme offering funding for youth led creative and cultural projects is now launched.
For details and to apply, go to:
walthamforest.gov.uk/librari…
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2 more dates this year for the wonderful Art Social!
