Wanstead Wildlife Weekend
2025-06-21 00:00 - 2025-06-22 00:00 (Europe/London) | Wanstead Park, E11 2LT
A weekend of free activities for wildlife explorers of all ages. Organised by the Wren Wildlife Group.

Wanstead Litter Pick
2025-06-21 10:00 | meet at the Woodbine Place bus stop
Help keep Wanstead tidy.

Summer Solstice Mini Retreat
2025-06-21 15:00 - 18:00 | Wanstead Quaker Meeting House, E11 3AU
A rejuvenating day with with Arlene Dunkley-Wood.

Snaresbrook Primary School Summer Fete
2025-06-22 12:00 - 15:00 | Snaresbrook Primary School, E18 2EN

GLOBAL THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS: BOUNCERS
2025-06-27 19:30 - 2025-06-28 21:50 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
A fast-paced comedy about nightclub culture through the eyes of four doormen

Oakdale Infant and Junior summer fete
2025-06-28 12:00 - 15:30 | Oakdale School, South Woodford, E18 1JX
Market stalls, BBQ, ice cream van, games, bouncy castle and more.

Sacred Songs and Celtic Airs
2025-06-28 18:30 | Christ Church, Wanstead Place, E11 2SW
Performed by East London Chorus.

South Woodford Litter Pick
2025-06-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Community Orchard, South Woodford
Litter picks, hoops, hi-vis vests and gloves will be available. Organised by the South Woodford Society.

Open garden in Woodford Green
2025-06-29 14:00 - 17:00
This old-fashioned summer garden with two ponds will be open to the public as part of the charitable National Garden Scheme.

Forest Philharmonic Orchestra Concert
2025-06-29 18:30 | St Gabriel’s Church, Aldersbrook, E12 5HH
Forest Philharmonic plays Elgar, Humperdinck and Saint-Saëns.

Redbridge Holiday MegaMix
2025-08-01 00:00 - 2025-08-31 00:00 | various
A variety of affordable taster sessions available for children aged five and over.

Walking for Health: Christ Church Green
2025-08-02 10:30 - 11:30 | meet on Wanstead Place
This walk features some gentle slopes and uneven terrain. Repeats every Saturday.

ELMHURST GARDENS ACTION DAY
2025-08-02 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.

Redbridge Creates Presents: Disney’s Newsies Jr
2025-08-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
A timeless story full of spirit and heart suitable for all ages.

Craft workshop: Mini Kite Decorations
2025-08-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
As part of the South Asian Heritage month and inspired by the culture and history of kite flying, children aged four and over can design and make their own mini kite decorations to take home.

Wanstead Community Market
2025-08-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Wanstead High Street
Monthly market offering a wide range of food and craft products.

Wanstead Women's Peer Support Group
2025-08-05 10:00 | 11–13 Cambridge Park, Wanstead, E11 2PU
A donation-based peer support space for women held at Wanstead Mental Health Clinic. Repeats weekly.

Wanstead Business Buzz
2025-08-05 10:00 - 12:00 | The Cuckfield, 31 High Street, Wanstead
Face-to-face, drop-in business networking.

Bereavement café afternoon session
2025-08-05 14:00 - 15:00 | St Mary’s Church, South Woodford
For people struggling with feelings of loss.

Tea Dance at Wanstead House
2025-08-06 13:15 - 15:30 | Wanstead House, 21 The Green, E11 2NT
Hosted by Eve Wright School of Dancing.

Wanstead Library National Playday
2025-08-06 14:30 - 16:00 | Christ Church Green, Wanstead
Teddy bear’s picnic for children under five from 2.30pm to 3.00pm followed by games and activities for four- to 10-year-olds. The event will be held in the Wanstead Library hall if it rains.

Wanstead Man Cave
2025-08-06 19:00 | 11–13 Cambridge Park, Wanstead, E11 2PU
A donation-based peer support space for men held at Wanstead Mental Health Clinic. Repeats weekly.

Wanstead Park to Hainault Forest bike ride
2025-08-07 10:30 - 17:00 | meet at Wanstead Park Tea Hut, E12 5HA
A 14-mile ride organised by the Redbridge Cycling Campaign. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Over-55s Bridge Club
2025-08-07 13:30 - 15:00 | Allan Burgess Centre, High Street, E11 2AE
A weekly club. New members welcome.

One-Day Musical Theatre Workshop for Kids
2025-08-08 10:00 - 15:00 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
Suitable for nine- to 13-year-olds.

Youth Litter Pick in Wanstead Park
2025-08-08 13:00 - 14:00 | meet at the Temple, Wanstead Park
All ages welcome.

HMS Pinafore in Wanstead Park
2025-08-08 19:00 | the Temple enclosure, Wanstead Park
An open-air performance by Illyria.

Become an AquaTracker: Water Quality Monitoring Course
2025-08-09 09:30 - 16:30 | James Leal Centre, Ray Park, IG8 7JF
A citizen science water quality monitoring training course hosted by Thames21.

Big Butterfly Count 2025 in Wanstead Park
2025-08-09 10:00 | meet at Wanstead Park Tea Hut, E12 5HA
Help the Wren Wildlife Group count and document the butterflies in Wanstead Park. All ages welcome.

Open Weekend at The Temple in Wanstead Park
2025-08-09 12:00 - 2025-08-10 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.
