Wanstead Village Directory

Guerilla Autistics Presents: Eccentrics Return
2025-05-07 19:45 - 20:45 (Europe/London) | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A show about being neurodivergent, neurodiverse and autistic.

Over-55s Bridge Club
2025-05-08 13:30 - 15:00 | Allan Burgess Centre, High Street, E11 2AE
A weekly club. New members welcome.

On the beat in Hatton Garden
2025-05-08 14:30 | All Saints Church Hall, Woodford Green
Light-hearted memories from a Bobby on the beat 50 years ago. A talk by Chris Foster for the Woodford Historical Society. Visitors welcome.

Wanstead Wordsmiths
2025-05-08 18:30 - 19:45 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A monthly group for writing and sharing poetry and prose. No experience required.

Agatha Crusty and the Village Hall Murders
2025-05-09 19:30 - 2025-05-11 21:30 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
Murder mystery meets comedy in this WOADS production suitable for all ages. Sunday matinee at 3pm.

Ilford Hospital Chapel open day
2025-05-10 10:00 - 14:30 | Hospital Chapel, Ilford Hill, IG1 2AT
Memorabilia, refreshments and guided tours.

Wanstead Village ward Councillor Surgery
2025-05-10 10:30 - 11:30 | Allan Burgess Centre, High Street, E11 2AE
Councillors Jo Blackman, Paul Donovan and Daniel Morgan-Thomas. Repeated on 24 May.

Walking for Health: Christ Church Green
2025-05-10 10:30 - 11:30 | meet on Wanstead Place
This walk features some gentle slopes and uneven terrain. Repeats every Saturday.

ELMHURST GARDENS ACTION DAY
2025-05-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Elmhurst Gardens, South Woodford
Help maintain this Green Flag Award park. Activities may include planting flowers, pruning, litter picking, updating noticeboards and sweeping the tennis courts. Organised by Vision RCL and the Friends of Elmhurst Gardens. Repeated on 21 June.

Open Weekend at The Temple in Wanstead Park
2025-05-10 12:00 - 2025-05-11 17:00 | the Temple, Wanstead Park, E11 2LT
Wanstead Park’s visitor centre explores the history of the park from Roman times to the present day.

Manor Court Lodge Open Day
2025-05-11 10:30 | 169–175 High Road, South Woodford, E18 2PD
Find out more about living in an apartment for over-60s.

Wanstead Park Litter Pick
2025-05-11 11:00 | the Temple, Wanstead Park, E11 2LT
Hosted by the Friends of Wanstead Parklands.

Ride Redbridge: Wanstead Park to Fairlop Waters
2025-05-11 11:00 | meet at Wanstead Park Tea Hut, E12 5HA
Join a bike ride to Fairlop Waters for a picnic. Organised by the Redbridge Cycling Campaign.

Tennis Club open day
2025-05-11 11:00 - 17:00 | Linkside Tennis Club, Overton Dr, E11 2LW
Free tennis for all ages and abilities.

Ride Redbridge: Ray Park to Fairlop Waters
2025-05-11 11:15 | James Leal Centre, Ray Park, IG8 7JF

Open Day at Wanstead Bowling Club
2025-05-11 12:00 - 16:00 | Wanstead Bowling Club, Overton Drive

NHS Retirement Fellowship
2025-05-12 14:00 | Our Lady of Lourdes, E11 2PR
For retired NHS and social care staff.

The History of Undertaking
2025-05-12 20:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A presentation by John Harris for the Wanstead Historical Society.

Keeping it Local Wanstead
2025-05-13 19:00 | The George & Dragon, 155 High Street
An informal gathering for local business owners to socialise and network. Booking required.

Planning new gardens
2025-05-13 19:30 | Aldersbrook Bowls Club, E12 5DY
A talk by Jan Karavasili and Ruth Martin for the Aldersbrook Horticultural Society.

Conservation on Wallasea Island
2025-05-13 20:00 | St Mary’s Church, South Woodford
A talk for the North East London Local Group of the RSPB by Rachel Fancy.

Redbridge Music Society recital
2025-05-13 20:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
Featuring pianist John Paul Ekins.

Newport: an Essex village brought to Life
2025-05-14 14:30 | All Saints Church Hall, Woodford Green
A talk by Dr Ben Cowell for the Woodford and District Centre of the National Trust. Visitors welcome.

Electronic Keyboard Concert
2025-05-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
An East London and Essex Electronic Keyboard Club event featuring Tony Stace.

The Veterans RVP Drop-In and Chat
2025-05-15 10:00 | 11–13 Cambridge Park, Wanstead, E11 2PU
A monthly opportunity for veterans and their person of significance to come together, share experiences and be supported at Wanstead Mental Health Clinic.

Wanstead Library Grief Cafe
2025-05-15 18:30 - 20:30 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A safe and confidential space to meet others and to share thoughts and feelings around the experience of grief and loss.

IODS Presents: Company
2025-05-15 19:30 - 2025-05-17 21:30 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
A production of Stephen Sondheim’s ground-breaking modern musical.

Understanding Grief Talk
2025-05-16 14:00 - 15:30 | Whipps Cross Hospital, E11 1NR
Suitable for those grieving and anyone who wants to increase their understanding of grief and how they can compassionately support others.

Wanstead Litter Pick
2025-05-17 10:00 | meet at the Woodbine Place bus stop
Help keep Wanstead tidy.

Food, Fun and Craft Market Day
2025-05-17 10:00 - 15:00 | Woodford Memorial Hall, E18 2PA
Outdoor food and stalls in the church grounds from 11am. Climb the church tower from 12 noon to 2pm.
