Reaching out and supporting

our community for over 5o years

MENTAL HEALTH
ADULT DAY CARE
HARMONY HALL
BIG LOCALS

Why it matters

CREST is an umbrella organisation that provides much-needed services for vulnerable people and disadvantaged communities in the London Borough of Waltham Forest.

years as a charity supporting Waltham Forest

individual services available

clients supported on average each week

staff and volunteers working

What our community says

"The group was a lifeline for me when I became a full time carer as parts of my previous networks closed down. It made a huge difference to my wellbeing."

John Fisher, of CREST’s Carers Group

"We're very proud of the many positive reports of CREST by disability users and their families."

Robert D Hayward, Trustee

"CREST helped us survive the worst of the pandemic when there was a very real risk that our services would have to close down."

Jane Doe, service user

"Invaluable community location, essential for our group to operate."

SAMR Trust, of Harmony Hall,

Our partners

Waltham Forest council

Community fund

Waltham Forest Adult Learning Service

Waltham Forest Adult Learning Service

WCAC

Organiclea

Greenleaf Baptist Church

Root Beginnings

How can I get involved?

Volunteer

Offer your time and help support CREST services in your community.
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As a charity, we rely on funding and donations to provide our services.
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It is with regret that after 27 years of running the building, CREST Waltham Forest Trustees & Management Committee have made the difficult decision to close Harmony Hall.

The last day the centre will be open for users will be Friday 27th March 2026.

The Charity regrets having made this decision, one that is sadly unavoidable due to the landlords increasing the rent beyond a level that is affordable, and as such, cannot be passed onto any existing or prospective hirers.

Therefore, we have no alternative but to render our tenancy.

The CREST Management Committee and staff wish to extend their gratitude to all the building users who have used the premises over a great many years and wish them well for the future.

It is with regret that after 27 years of running the building, CREST Waltham Forest Trustees & Management Committee have made the difficult decision to close Harmony Hall.

The last day the centre will be open for users will be Friday 27th March 2026.

The Charity regrets having made this decision, one that is sadly unavoidable due to the landlords increasing the rent beyond a level that is affordable, and as such, cannot be passed onto any existing or prospective hirers.

Therefore, we have no alternative but to render our tenancy.

The CREST Management Committee and staff wish to extend their gratitude to all the building users who have used the premises over a great many years and wish them well for the future.