Ahead of an evening talk about Sir Alfred Hitchcock for the Wanstead Historical Society this month, Gary Lewis reflects on his journey to becoming a tour guide and speaker centred around the iconic director
Features
Derek Inkpin from local solicitors Axiom DWFM looks at how keeping your building work paperwork organised may save you a lot of time and stress in the future
©Stephen LinesIn the 17th of a series of articles by plot holders at Redbridge Lane West allotments, Sally Parker explains her frustration with Cadent’s lack of communication as the gas company delays work on the site
The Temple, Wanstead Park’s visitor centreIn the first of two articles looking at the work taking place to improve Wanstead Park, the Friends of Wanstead Parklands’ new chairman Peter Brimson reports on the park’s Temple and Grotto
Jenny’s twins Leah and Luke outside Wanstead Youth CentreIn the third of a series of articles by those who have benefitted from attending Wanstead Youth Centre – which is under threat of closure – Jenny Steedman reports on the work of Forest Twins and Triplets Club
Kris SanganiAfter reading Paul Canal’s article about local car use in last month’s issue, Kris Sangani felt compelled to write a reply. Here, the Aldersbrook resident says motorists, cyclists and pedestrians must learn to share
©Satomi McHaleRainy Day by Satomi McHale was awarded first prize in an art competition at Wanstead House last month. Here, the nature lover introduces her work
Revd James GilderAs plans continue to brew for the first Wanstead Beer Festival, Revd James Gilder samples some of the ale currently available in Wanstead
The second Wanstead Book Festival – part of next month’s Wanstead Fringe – is fast approaching. It’s time to get your summer reading ready, says Festival chair Giles Wilson
The Disability Awareness Festival returns to Wanstead this month. Designed by people with disabilities, it’s the only fully accessible and inclusive festival in the borough, says Suzanne Wright
