Residents are invited to share their views on crime and community safety as part of a borough-wide survey. “The feedback we receive will help us identify priorities, target resources where they are most needed and continue working closely with our partners to tackle crime and antisocial behaviour. I would encourage everyone to take a few minutes to share their views,” said a Redbridge Council spokesperson. Visit wnstd.com/cas...
Donations are invited for this year’s Wanstead Community Christmas Gift Appeal. “We know it’s a tough time for everyone and we really appreciate any help. We’ve put together an Amazon gift list for ideas, but unused second-hand items are also welcome,” said Suzi Robinson. The gifts will be distributed to the homeless, victims of domestic abuse and other vulnerable people by local charities. A drop-off event will take place on 21 November from 12 noon to 3pm at Wanstead Baptist Church, Wellington Road. Visit wnstd.com/xcg...
A controversial plan to demolish a row of single-storey shops at 12–15 Woodbine Place has been approved by Redbridge Council’s Planning Committee.
In the 56th of a series of articles, David Bird discusses the work of Redbridge Music Society and introduces local flautist Daniel Swani, who will perform with pianist Cathy Davies in Wanstead this month A central aim of Redbridge Music Society is to promote and support new generations of talented young musicians, and in Wanstead this month, outstanding local flautist Daniel Swani, accompanied by local pianist Cathy Davies, will demonstrate the flute’s versatility with an exciting and wide-ranging programme of music. Daniel started woodwind lessons at age 10 and whilst attending Woodbridge High School studied at Redbridge Music School. He studied at the Purcell School and the Junior Royal Academy of Music, winning the senior woodwind prize at both institutions, and also played in the National Youth and London Schools’ Symphony Orchestras. Daniel studied flute, recorder and baroque flute at the Royal Academy of Music,...
Three Remembrance services will take place across Wanstead and South Woodford this month
A Wanstead mum has raised over £4,000 for the baby heart charity Tiny Tickers.
Singer and former Aldersbrook resident Caitlin Downie will be bringing her national tour of A Celtic Christmas to Redbridge Drama Centre in South Woodford next month.
Work on Wanstead High School’s long-delayed redevelopment is moving forward after a new contractor took possession of the site last month.
In the eighth of a series of articles charting the Christ Church kneelers project, Susan Allison presents two Remembrance-themed examples which have powerful stories to tell
Planning permission has been granted to develop the site of the former Ark Fish Restaurant on Hermon Hill following a series of Planning Committee votes.
A snail survey has produced a new discovery for Wanstead Park.
Cup of Art returns this month, giving local artists and residents a chance to connect. Laura Skye and Elsie Drew report