Brunch Hour with RAGS
Friday, 25 September 2026
10am The Hub Cafe, 11 Gubbins Lane, Harold Wood, RM3 0QA
↻ Weekly, Fridays, term-time only
Romford Autistic Group Support
Supporting families with autism in Havering & Essex since 2003
A volunteer-run charity for autistic children, young people and their families. Friendly sessions, days out and people who understand.
Who we are
RAGS was founded in 2003 by a group of Havering parents who have children with an autism spectrum disorder, and we became a registered charity in 2009. We provide support, activities, and events for families with children on the autism spectrum — because every person with autism has potential to fulfil.
Our office is open two days a week, term time only, for membership forms and enquiries: Monday and Friday, 10am–2pm, at the FIG Educational Building.
RAGS is run by volunteers only — the trustees are also volunteers.
More about RAGS Sessions and days out Regular sessions, coffee mornings, parties and coach trips throughout the year. Information and advice Videos and resources to help families understand autism and find support. Join the RAGS family Membership costs £10 a year and brings free access to events, trips and our support network.
Welcome to Romford Autistic Group Support
- Are you a young person with Autism/Aspergers?
- Do you care for someone with Autism/Aspergers?
- Do you have concerns about your child's development or behaviour?
- RAGS offers a support network for families who have a member with a diagnosis of an autism spectrum condition or who are seeking a diagnosis.
- We are the only independent parent-led support group based in Havering for families in Havering.
- Our board of Trustees is made up of local parents and experienced professionals in the field of autism.
- RAGS welcome families that may not meet the criteria for support elsewhere. We believe life is challenging enough without having to fight for your concerns to be heard because of a failure to tick someone's box.
- RAGS are self supporting, we rely on donations, fundraising & membership subscriptions.
- Autism is a condition that impacts on the whole family. RAGS welcomes siblings to our activities because we believe they have special needs too.
Upcoming events
Brunch Hour with RAGS
Friday, 2 October 2026
10am The Hub Cafe, 11 Gubbins Lane, Harold Wood, RM3 0QA
↻ Weekly, Fridays, term-time only
Brunch Hour with RAGS
Friday, 9 October 2026
10am The Hub Cafe, 11 Gubbins Lane, Harold Wood, RM3 0QA
↻ Weekly, Fridays, term-time only
What families say
A lifeline for our family
“RAGS has been a lifeline for our whole family. The support, advice and activities have made such a difference to our son and to us as parents. We no longer feel alone.”
Parent of a 9-year-old member
Finally, people who understand
“When our daughter was diagnosed we felt completely overwhelmed. RAGS gave us a community of people who truly understand. The activities are brilliant and she loves coming.”
Mother of a teenage member
Brilliant local support
“I had no idea there was such brilliant local support available. RAGS connected us with other families, helped us navigate the system, and our son has made real friends here.”
Father of an 11-year-old member
Latest news
Event
Partyman World — Members Event
Members ONLY Partyman World event. Times are emailed to Members.
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RAGS Summer Soft Play at Partyman World
Wednesday 12th August 2026 5pm-7pm An evening of fun, play and time together for RAGS families, with thanks to Co-op for providing raffle prizes. Raffle tickets available by cash or bank transfer — everyone wins a prize! Food and drinks can be purchased directly from the café by card. 🌑 Solar Eclipse There will be a solar eclipse visible during the session. Members are very welcome to bring their own appropriate, certified eclipse glasses if they'd like to take part in viewing it. Please remember that ordinary sunglasses are not safe for looking directly at the Sun. Families can decide whether they'd like to head outside during the session to experience this special event. The RAGS Trustees
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Event
Summer Coach Trip for 2026
Walton-on-the-Naze Wednesday 22nd July 2026 Free day trip for our Members. Booking confirmations and full timings were emailed to Members directly.
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Science Museum’s “Night Owls” and “Early Birds” for Autism.
A Private Autism Session at the Science Museum. Some of our Members had a great time at the Science Museum last Saturday. Here are some photos that they were ha
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NEW for 2023 ! SUMMER DAY TRIP
Coach Trip to Walton on the Naze Wednesday 26th July 2023 Tickets £5 per seat Choice of 2 local Pickup Points: Large Roundabout Rosewood Avenue, Elm Park and th
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Many fantastic gifts collected for our Christmas Timbuk2 event on 23rd December
A mini ‘Supermarket Sweep’ in Sainsbury’s today 15th November 2019 many fantastic gifts collected for our Christmas Timbuk2 event on 23rd December. A generous d
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