Eight-year-old Wanstead resident Diya Mehta was inspired by the parks, forests and nature trails around her home to write and illustrate this magical adventure

One writer, one Interrail pass and a wildly over-ambitious, 37-stop journey to test railway accessibility in Europe. Wanstead-based travel writer Carole Edrich presents the seventh instalment of her Big Rail Story

Residents are invited to discover the wellbeing benefits of horse riding at the Wanstead Community Riding Stables August open day

Working at height continues to be a leading cause of workplace deaths and injuries. Bradley Wright of local solicitors Edwards Duthie Shamash outlines the legal responsibilities of employers and employees

In the fifth of a series of articles, Susan Allison reflects on a community project which created nearly 50 kneelers for Christ Church, each with a story to tell and each recording a snapshot of present-day Wanstead

For Bob Pickett, a chance coaching session after early retirement transformed his lawn bowls game and inspired him to qualify as an EBCS Level 1 coach at Aldersbrook Bowling Club

From traditional brewers to East London’s thriving craft scene, the beer industry has flourished, but now needs our support, writes Paul Donovan, one of the organisers of the Wanstead Beer Festival

A new bench has been placed at the edge of Tarzy Wood, adjacent to the Wanstead War Memorial on the High Street

A community project to revamp the hoardings surrounding the Evergreen Field construction site has been completed

Residents are invited to take part in a new artist trading card initiative

Councillor Sue Whitehead outlines her efforts to protect Wanstead High Street’s character and encourages residents and businesses to share their ideas for future community-led improvements

Key dates for next month’s Wanstead Fringe have been announced