How Romford Town Hall Became Havering Town Hall

Why a building constructed as Romford Town Hall in 1937 became the headquarters of the newly created London Borough of Havering in 1965.

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Did You Know Someone Used To Live Inside Havering Town Hall?

The original Romford Town Hall included a caretaker’s flat with its own balcony, one of the building’s lesser-known 1930s features.

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16 September 1937: The Day Romford Opened Its New Town Hall And Became A Borough

On 16 September 1937, Romford opened its new Town Hall and received the charter that transformed it into a municipal borough.

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The Romford Civic Centre That Was Never Built

Romford’s original Town Hall scheme included a 1,512-seat assembly hall and reception facilities that were designed in 1935 but never built.

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The Story Of Havering Town Hall: From Romford’s Civic Ambitions To The Present Day

The history of Havering Town Hall, from Romford’s 1930s architectural competition and borough charter to its role as the civic headquarters of Havering today.

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United In Respect: Havering Salutes The Heroes Who Serve Our Nation At Armed Forces Day Parade.

Romford proudly stood shoulder to shoulder on Saturday as hundreds gathered to celebrate Armed Forces Day, paying tribute to the

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COUNCIL NEWS: Havering commemorates Reserves Day

Havering has marked Reserves Day (Wednesday 24 June) as part of Armed Forces Week 2026. The Council’s Armed Forces Champion, Cllr Alex Donald, and Champion for Veterans, Cllr Luke Barry, joined the Mayor of Havering,…

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Havering Elects Two New Youth Parliament Representatives

Havering has officially chosen two new Members of the UK Youth Parliament following a closely fought election at Havering Town

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