Wanstead Village Directory

Film Screening: How to Train Your Dragon
2026-08-14 11:00 - 13:05 (Europe/London) | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB

Wanstead Litter Pick
2026-08-15 10:00 | meet at the Woodbine Place bus stop
Help keep Wanstead tidy.

South Woodford Litter Pick
2026-08-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Community Orchard, South Woodford
Litter picks, hoops, hi-vis vests and gloves will be available. Organised by the SOWO Society.

South Woodford Community Market
2026-08-16 11:00 - 16:00 | George Lane, South Woodford

Jeff Innocent: Work In Progress
2026-08-16 18:00 | The Bull, 129 High Street, E11 2RL
Stand-up comedy.

Flower arranging demonstration
2026-08-17 19:30 - 21:45 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
David Wright presents to the Woodford and District Floral Arrangement Group. Visitors welcome.

Bereavement café morning session
2026-08-18 10:30 - 11:30 | Christ Church, Wanstead Place, E11 2SW
For people struggling with feelings of loss.

Open Table at Holy Trinity Church
2026-08-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Holy Trinity Church, Hermon Hill, E18 1QQ
Join a community meal open to all. Main meal provided. Bring dessert to share or a contribution to Redbridge Foodbank. Children and families welcome. No alcohol. No need to book.

Navigating Together
2026-08-18 19:00 - 21:00 | 11–13 Cambridge Park, Wanstead, E11 2PU
A monthly peer support group at Wanstead Mental Health Clinic for men and women to come together in a safe and judgement-free space.

Mini Athletics Summer Classes
2026-08-19 09:30 | Christ Church Hall, Wanstead, E11 2SW
Running, jumping, throwing and games for two- to seven-year-olds (times vary).

Comedy Club 4 Kids
2026-08-19 11:30 - 12:30 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
Entertainment for everyone over six years old. Repeated at 2pm.

PERSONAL WELLBEING & GROWTH DAY
2026-08-20 10:00 - 16:00
Gain practical techniques to enrich your daily life and deepen your growth at home.
As this is an exclusive small pilot event exact details given after an informal chat, and booking has been confirmed.

Ozobot Summer Beach Maze: Kids’ Beginner Robotics
2026-08-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
Suitable for seven- 12-year-olds. Repeated at 2.30pm.

Wanstead Library Grief Cafe
2026-08-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road

Film Screening: The SpongeBob Movie
2026-08-21 11:00 - 12:30 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB

Wanstead Flats Funfair
2026-08-21 14:00 - 21:00 | Wanstead Flats, Center Road

My Illustrious Grandfather
2026-08-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A presentation for the Redbridge and District U3A by Bill Lindsay, grandson of shipping tycoon William Schaw Lindsay. Visitors welcome.

Tom Barford Quintet Featuring James Copus
2026-08-25 20:00 - 23:00 | 2 Harvey Road, Leytonstone, E11 3DB
An East Side Jazz Club event.

Coffee and Stroll through Wanstead Park
2026-08-26 10:45 | The Barrel Boulangerie, 151 High Street
Meet for a coffee followed by a walk through Wanstead’s streets and into Wanstead Park. Hosted by North East London Ramblers.

East of London Family History Society
2026-08-26 19:30 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
Short talks on members’ experiences investigating their family histories. Visitors welcome.

Map Makers’ Workshop
2026-08-28 12:00 - 13:15 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
Chart a world of imaginary islands. Suitable for children aged six and over.

Puzzle Swap at Wanstead Library
2026-08-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
Bring your unwanted jigsaw puzzles and swap them for free.

Patchlarks’ Storytelling Adventure
2026-08-28 14:30 - 15:30 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
Interactive storytelling for three- to seven-year-olds.

Wanstead Vintage Fair
2026-08-29 10:30 - 16:30 | Wanstead United Reformed Church, E11 2HD
Including fashion, jewellery, homewares and books.

Essex Art Club Exhibition
2026-08-30 12:00 - 17:00 | Valentines Mansion & Gardens, IG1 4XA
A display of new work in a variety of media. Open Sundays and Mondays.

The Pirates of Penzance in Wanstead Park
2026-08-30 19:00 | the Temple enclosure, Wanstead Park
Songs and satire by open-air theatre company Illyria. Bring your own seating.

Wanstead Community Riding Stables Open day
2026-08-31 11:00 - 16:00 | Empress Avenue, E12 5HW
Meet the horses and ponies, children’s activities, riding demonstrations and refreshments.
