Project celebrating the history of the area

Heritage Lottery money has been secured for a new project which looks into the history of East Acton.

Working with local schools, community groups, businesses, present and past residents of East Acton everyone can discover, celebrate and learn from the history of the area.

Savoy Circus, East Acton where the old town and new town meets

The History Weekend events:

Project Launch. Friday 5th June at 3.30 pm at John Perryn Primary School. Information, history display, stalls, refreshments and local dignitaries’ opening this historic project.

‘New Town’ History Walk. Saturday 6th June at 1.30 pm:.

Meet at John Perryn Primary school at 1.30 pm with views from the balcony and concluding at St Aidans Church to see the Graham Sutherland and the other artworks.

‘Old Town’ History Walk. Sunday 7th June at 1.30 pm:

Meet at the Village Green, the Goldsmiths Estate and concluding at the Goldsmiths Arms.

East Acton Heritage reception. Monday 8th at 7.30 pm at the Castle Family Room.

Contact rachel@actonforum.org for more information.

28th May 2015