Wanstead Village Directory

Podiatry Practice and Common Foot Problems
2026-02-18 14:30 (Europe/London) | All Saints Church Hall, Woodford Green
A talk by Mark Freedman for the Woodford and District Centre of the National Trust. Visitors welcome.

Laugh-Able Comedy Night in Wanstead
2026-02-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
LGBT Special with guest MC David Ferguson and headliner Ted Hill. Fully accessible, affordable and award-winning comedy night.

Wanstead Library Grief Cafe
2026-02-19 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.

Navigating Together
2026-02-19 19:00 | 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.

The Fat Lady Sings and Strictly Sex Factor (on Ice) in Little Grimley
2026-02-19 20:00 | Wanstead House, 21 The Green, E11 2NT
Highams Players present two new adventures featuring the ailing Little Grimley Amateur Dramatic Society. Saturday performances at 2pm and 7pm.

Wanstead Litter Pick
2026-02-21 10:00 | meet at the Woodbine Place bus stop
Help keep Wanstead tidy.

Wanstead Vintage Fair
2026-02-21 10:30 - 16:30 | Wanstead United Reformed Church, E11 2HD
Including fashion, jewellery, homewares and books.

Essex Art Club Sunday Demonstration
2026-02-22 14:30 - 16:30 | Wanstead House, 21 The Green, E11 2NT
Featuring artist Dawn Limbert, who will be creating a countryside scene in pastels. Visitors welcome.

Wanstead Climate Action Meeting
2026-02-23 19:15 | Wanstead House, 21 The Green, E11 2NT
A screening of National Emergency Briefing films. Visitors welcome.

John Etheridge Quartet Featuring Art Themen
2026-02-24 20:00 - 23:00 | 2 Harvey Road, Leytonstone, E11 3DB
An East Side Jazz Club event.

Female Transportation: What Happened Next?
2026-02-25 19:30 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A presentation by Howard Perry for the East of London Family History Society. Visitors welcome.

Walking for Health: Wanstead Park
2026-02-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Wanstead Park, Warren Road entrance

Sip and Paint at Oakdale Infant School
2026-02-26 18:30 - 21:00 | Oakdale School, South Woodford, E18 1JX
Paint a cup, plate or bowl.

Music on the Hill: Aida Piano Trio
2026-02-27 18:30 | Holy Trinity Church, Hermon Hill, E18 1QQ
Featuring the Aida Piano Trio. Bar opens at 6.30pm; performance starts at 7.30pm.

Mayor of Redbridge's charity quiz night
2026-02-27 19:00 | Sir James Hawkey Hall, IG8 0BG

Tin Can at Redbridge Drama Centre
2026-02-27 19:30 - 22:00 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
Buckle Up Theatre presents an action-packed comedy which explores isolation, identity, survival and companionship.

Jazz night at Ark Fish Restaurant
2026-02-28 19:00 | Ark Fish Restaurant, 142 Hermon Hill
An evening of smooth sounds coupled with an à la carte menu.

Wanstead Community Market
2026-03-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Wanstead High Street

NHS Retirement Fellowship
2026-03-02 14:00 | Our Lady of Lourdes, E11 2PR
For retired NHS and social care staff.

The History of the Pearly Kings & Queens
2026-03-02 20:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A presentation for the Wanstead Historical Society by local resident Doreen Golding BEM, who will tell the story of how she became the Pearly Queen of Old Kent Road and Bow Bells.

Redbridge Creates Presents: Matilda The Musical JR
2026-03-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB

ADHD Support Group for Men
2026-03-06 19:15 - 20:15 | Wanstead House, 21 The Green, E11 2NT
A weekly meeting for men to talk, share or listen.

Wanstead Repair Café
2026-03-07 10:30 - 13:00 | Christ Church Hall, Wanstead, E11 2SW
Give broken items a new lease of life at the Wanstead Repair Café.

FLAMINGO FAIR at Wanstead Library
2026-03-07 11:00 - 16:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
Cards, gifts, face painting and refreshments.

Wanstead Park Litter Pick
2026-03-08 11:00 | the Temple, Wanstead Park, E11 2LT
Hosted by the Friends of Wanstead Parklands.

International Women's Day Acoustic Afternoon
2026-03-08 14:30 | The Old Crown, 692 High Rd, Leytonstone, E11 3AA
An afternoon of live acoustic music from Emma Scarr, Antonia Perna, Ffion Aynsley and Cowboys for Now, with cake sale – in support of Solace Women’s Aid.
Tickets £7 online (+ booking fee, via Eventbrite); £10 on the door.

Burlesque Extravaganza: Gigi Tonic’s Big Squeeze
2026-03-08 18:30 - 19:30 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
Celebrate International Women’s Day with Gigi Tonic, who is bringing award-winning showgirls right to your doorstep!

Crafty Afternoon
2026-03-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
Bring your knitting or crochet projects for guidance and tips.

West Essex Archaeological Group
2026-03-09 19:30 | Woodford County High School, IG8 9LA
AGM and a talk by group President Harvey Sheldon. Non-members welcome.

Redbridge Rhymesters poetry workshop
2026-03-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Allan Burgess Centre, High Street, E11 2AE
Over-55s poetry group Redbridge Rhymesters will be joined by children from Snaresbrook Primary School at this creative writing session with a musical theme.
