Talk: Remembering Becontree Forever Friday 19th March 2021 6pm Free online talk. Join an panel of experts to discover the remarkable history of the Becontree Estate. As the estate celebrates its 100th birthday…
Workshop: The Women of Becontree Friday 26th March 2021 3PM Join Valence House’s Archivist for a talk about the history of some of the women that lived and worked on the Becontree Estate and…
Easter Craft Activities Monday 5th April 2021 — Saturday 17th April 2021 Craft activities to keep the family entertained. Details to be confirmed.
Film Screening: Friday 30th April 2021 The 2nd May marks the 90th anniversary of the opening of Barking's open air pool. This film has been curated to celebrate the fun that…
Talk: Queens of the Crusades by Alison Weir Wednesday 19th May 2021 7pm Join historian and author Alison Weir as she discusses her latest historical publication: Queens of the Crusades. The talk will have a special focus…
At the heart of Becontree: Valence House’s role in the building of Becontree. Tours for Open House Weekend. Saturday 18th September 2021 TICKETS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE. LIMITED AVAILABILITY. FREE. 10am, 12.30pm and 3pm. As part of the annual Open House weekend celebrations, join Valence House…
Close Encounters: Charter celebrations Tuesday 5th October 2021 TICKETS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE. LIMITED AVAILABILITY. FREE. 2pm. Join the museum curator as we mark the 90th anniversary of the Barking Charter celebrations…
Close Encounters: Making of Dagenham Friday 29th October 2021 ADVANCED BOOKING ESSENTIAL. LIMITED AVAILABILITY. FREE. 2pm Join the Archivist and Interpretation and Outreach Officer to view material documenting Archive the end of the Dagenham…
