Gillian Merron as a sixth form studentIn the fifth of a series of articles to mark Wanstead High School’s 100th anniversary, former student Baroness Gillian Merron (class of 1977) reflects on her memories and a pathway that led to a role in the Coronation
Painting by Lady Anne Rushout of Grove Cottage, circa 1830Rosemary Walker looks at the history of the Wanstead Grove Conservation Area and encourages residents to take part in Redbridge Council’s appraisal and management plan consultation
In the sixth of a series of articles, Revd James Gilder of Wanstead Parish explores the pathway of Easter, reflects on the century so far and urges us not to give up hope
In the 37th of a series of articles, David Bird from the Redbridge Music Society introduces local flautist Daniel Swani, who will be performing at Wanstead Library this month
Woodford Arts Group, Art Group Wanstead and Essex Art Club will join forces for an exhibition this spring. Ged Rumak reports
Inspector Chris Russell, who oversees neighbourhood policing for Wanstead Village, Wanstead Park and surrounding wards, explains how the Baroness Casey Review is improving local policing
Last month’s public meeting was attended by over 150 patientsThe current operator of Aldersbrook Medical Centre handed in their notice last month. Paul Wildish from the patient participation group explains the troubles at the ‘island’ GP practice
Thames21 project partners walking along the Roding in Wanstead ParkEnvironmental charity Thames21 is making improvements to the River Roding adjacent to Wanstead Park. River Restoration Support Officer Tyler Randall invites you to get your hands dirty (and wet)
Looking south-west across Wanstead Flats at Centre Road in the early 1900s. Picture courtesy of Vestry House MuseumThere have been numerous plans to ‘improve’ Wanstead Flats throughout history. Here, local historian Mark Gorman discusses seven such attempts
Anna Orpwood from local solicitors Edwards Duthie Shamash encourages you to put a plan in place for the future management of your affairs, and explains why Lasting Powers of Attorney are important to get right
High Street Wanstead, 1925Local resident Roland Saunders discusses his interest in giving old photographs a new lease of life by recolouring them using artificial intelligence
