About Thurrock
Thurrock: A place of opportunity, enterprise and excellence, where individuals, communities and businesses flourish. www. thurrock. gov. uk
Thurrock Description
Thurrock is at the heart of the Thames gateway, on the north bank of the River Thames east of London. It is a thriving borough that encompasses large swathes of countryside, 18 miles (29km) of river frontage, and has national significance as a centre of major infrastructure and port capacity for import and export. The Thames Gateway is Europe's largest regeneration programme with fifty per cent being delivered in Thurrock.
Sixty per cent of Thurrock is green belt with many historic villages. The network of busy towns and picturesque villages give us a thriving population. Alongside spaces of peace and beauty, Thurrock is home to Lakeside Shopping Centre, one of the largest shopping complexes in Europe. All this is just 40 minutes by train from the heart of London.
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Please note Coalhouse Fort car park is being shut as of immediate effect due to the flood alert that has been issued by the Environment Agency. A notice of minor flooding is in place from 11:45am this morning until 1:45pm this afternoon from Fobbing to Purfleet. Please take care on coastal roads and footpaths and do not put yourself in unnecessary danger
Join the Friends of Grays Town Park and share your ideas about your local park and meet your local community on Tuesday 11 February from 7pm to 9pm at the Scouts Hall, Richmond Road, Grays. For more information, email: friendsofgraystp@outlook.com
The Environment Agency have issued a flood alert for tomorrow, Monday 10 February, between 11:45am and 1:45pm. An advance notice of minor flooding is in place from Fobbing to Purfleet. Please take care on costal roads and footpaths and do not put yourself in unnecessary danger.
Due to the strong winds Linford Household Waste and Recycling Centre will not be open today (Sunday 9 February). We apologise for any inconvenience. #StormCiara
On Wednesday 12th February our Fostering Team will be at intu Lakeside from 10am to 10pm on Level 2, outside Primark. We would love to see anybody who may be interested in Fostering and may have considered this. We will have Foster Carers on hand too to talk about their own experiences and answer any questions you may have. #makeadifference
Please be aware due to the high winds Highways England have closed the QEII Bridge and a diversion is in place through the tunnels. Please check your route and take extra care when travelling #StormCiara
Are you 11-17 years old? Drop in, sign up and have your say on a new Aveley Youth Project on Tuesday 18 February at Aveley Community Hub, New Maltings, RM15 4BY from 1-3pm. Parents and carers welcome. Free light refreshments are provided. Email: inspireyouthteam@thurrock.gov.uk
We’re looking for your feedback on the council’s Education, Health and Care plan process for those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in #Thurrock. Whether you’re a parent, carer or young person, your views can help us improve our services in the future. socsi.in/lhklV
📚 Celebrate our literary stars at this year's Essex Book Festival. On Saturday 7 March, author Emma Robinson will visit Corringham Library at 10.30am to share her journey as an author and read from her latest novel, The Forgotten Wife.
Pre-booking is essential for this event which is free but donations to Corringham Library are welcome. To book your place email Corringham.library@thurrock.gov.uk 📚
If you are concerned about someone over the age of 18 that you have seen sleeping rough, send an alert to @Tell_StreetLink with details such as their location and general appearance. StreetLink connects rough sleepers with local support. Visit: socsi.in/4CvDT for info.
⚠️ The A13 is now closed between the A128 (Orsett Cock roundabout) and the A1014 (Stanford-le-Hope) until 5am on Mon 10 Feb. Non-local traffic should use alternative routes (A130, A127, M25). More at: socsi.in/bHjWS
🤔 Did you know? Wet wipes, if flushed down the toilet, can cause blockages and often break down into microplastics, which harm marine wildlife. Reduce your use of wet wipes or if you do use them, please put them in your grey/green bin.
For more information on what to put in your bins and recycling bins, visit: socsi.in/H4R8E 🤔
⚠️ WEEKEND CLOSURE: The A13 will be closed between the A128 (Orsett Cock roundabout) and the A1014 (Stanford-le-Hope) from 9pm tonight (Fri 7 Feb) until 5am on Mon 10 Feb. Non-local traffic should use alternative routes (A130, A127, M25). More at: socsi.in/6hWwv
To help traffic flow during A13 closures, Buckingham Hill Road will also be closed in both directions between Holford Road and Stanford Road. Linford Household Waste and Recycling Centre will be open as normal with access via the Linford end. More at socsi.in/KtqqF