Thanks to your generosity, our Christmas gift appeal was a tremendous success, with over 50 parcels delivered to women and children staying in the Safer Places domestic abuse refuge.

Huge thanks to Hammond & Smith Estate Agents for acting as a collection point, and to everyone who donated. 

Epping For Everyone organised a joyful Christmas lunch at Epping Town Hall.
130 + residents, including Mayor Janet Whitehouse, came together to share delicious dishes, enjoy music and dancing led by Tracey Lyons, and take part in a fun tombola and raffle.
The afternoon was filled with festive cheer and community spirit. Thank you to everyone who joined and helped make it such a special celebration!

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Epping residents gathered at Carpino’s for a festive craft night to create decorations for the Epping For Everyone Christmas tree, later displayed at St John’s Church for the Tree Festival.
Fifteen people joined in sewing colorful baubles with meaningful messages, filling the evening with creativity and laughter.

300 + so residents joined our Community Walk through town, a symbol of unity and hope after recent challenges. The day was filled with positivity, sunshine, and support from local leaders, with refreshments served at the end.
Thank you to everyone who helped show that compassion and togetherness define our community.

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An afternoon tea for hope and connection.
In response to recent tensions, Epping For Everyone hosted a warm and welcoming afternoon tea at URC Epping for residents seeking comfort and positivity.
50 + people brought food to share - including a stunning Epping For Everyone cake - and enjoyed a relaxed afternoon of conversation, kindness, and community spirit.

Nearly 300 residents joined our International Day of Peace Walk to celebrate kindness, tolerance and a peaceful community. Starting at Bell Common and moving through the High Street, the walk was a joyful, uplifting day that showed Epping at its best.
Thank you to everyone who came together to promote peace and positivity - we were truly moved by the incredible turnout and support.

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Epping For Everyone’s very first event brought together 35 + residents for a summery afternoon kindly hosted by the Quakers in Epping.
Guests shared delicious food, enjoyed warm conversations, and wrote heartfelt messages of support for local refugees, showing that Epping is a welcoming and caring community.