Marie Lloyd: The Queen of the Halls
2026-05-11 20:00 (Europe/London) | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A Wanstead Historical Society presentation by Christine Padwick and Alison Young about music hall singer Marie Lloyd.

Keeping it Local Wanstead
2026-05-12 19:00 | Joice Cafe, 141 High Street, E11 2RL
An informal gathering for local business owners to socialise and network. Booking required.

Islamic Gardens
2026-05-12 19:30 | Aldersbrook Bowls Club, E12 5DY
A talk by Emma Clarke for the Aldersbrook Horticultural Society. Visitors welcome.

A Journey Through the Birds of Columbia
2026-05-12 20:00 | St Mary’s Church, South Woodford
A talk for the North East London Local Group of the RSPB by Ivan Aguilera.

Redbridge Music Society recital
2026-05-12 20:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
Featuring mezzo-soprano Sandra Porter, violinist and violist John Rogers and concert pianist Emilie Capulet.

Why Garden?
2026-05-13 14:30 | All Saints Church Hall, Woodford Green
A talk by Anne Luder – designer and retired Capel Manor lecturer – for the Woodford and District Centre of the National Trust. Visitors welcome.

Electronic Keyboard Concert
2026-05-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
An East London and Essex Electronic Keyboard Club event featuring Mark Speight.

A Place for Us: The Story of the Whites Home
2026-05-14 14:30 | All Saints Church Hall, Woodford Green
A talk by Keith White for the Woodford Historical Society. Visitors welcome.

Wanstead Wordsmiths
2026-05-14 18:30 - 19:45 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A monthly group for writing and sharing poetry and prose. No experience required.

Romeo & Juliet at Redbridge Drama Centre
2026-05-15 19:30 - 22:00 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
You may know the story of Juliet and her Romeo, but not in this way. A dEFAULT THEATRE production.

Food, Fun and Craft Market Day
2026-05-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Woodford Memorial Hall, E18 2PA
Stalls, bouncy castle and activities in the church grounds from 11am. Craft market in the hall from 10am.

ELMHURST GARDENS ACTION DAY
2026-05-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Elmhurst Gardens, South Woodford
Help maintain this Green Flag Award park. Repeated on 20 June.

South Woodford Litter Pick
2026-05-17 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. Repeated on 21 June.

South Woodford Community Market
2026-05-17 11:00 - 16:00 | George Lane, South Woodford

North East London Astronomical Society
2026-05-17 13:30 | Wanstead House, 21 The Green, E11 2NT

The Importance of Lasting Power of Attorney
2026-05-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A talk for the Redbridge and District U3A by Gaye Illsley. Visitors welcome.

Flower arranging demonstration
2026-05-18 19:30 - 21:45 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
Lorraine Gagan presents to the Woodford and District Floral Arrangement Group. Visitors welcome.

Bereavement café morning session
2026-05-19 10:30 - 11:30 | Christ Church, Wanstead Place, E11 2SW
For people struggling with feelings of loss.

Laugh-Able Comedy Night in Wanstead
2026-05-20 19:30 - 21:30 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A fully accessible, affordable and award-winning comedy night.

Walking for Health: Wanstead Park
2026-05-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Wanstead Park, Warren Road entrance

Wanstead Library Grief Cafe
2026-05-21 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.

Two at Redbridge Drama Centre
2026-05-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
A bickering husband and wife and the dozen regulars who pass through their pub in an evening are played by two actors. Each vignette skillfully combines pathos and humor. A Redbridge Creates Theatre Company production.

West Essex Ramblers
2026-05-23 10:30 - 14:00 | meet at Buckhurst Hill station
A walk from Buckhurst Hill to Theydon Bois (6.5 miles).

May Music Festival: Piano Recital
2026-05-23 17:30 | St Mary’s Church, Wanstead, E11 2LN
Featuring Forest Gate’s Lewis Kingsley Peart.

May Music Festival: Singalong
2026-05-24 18:00 | St Mary’s Church, Wanstead, E11 2LN
Featuring shortened versions of Gilbert and Sullivan’s Trial by Jury and HMS Pinafore.

May Music Festival: Saints and miracles
2026-05-25 17:00 | St Mary’s Church, Wanstead, E11 2LN
Featuring Rune Medieval, who specialise in music of the Middle Ages.

Kids Animal Window Art Workshop
2026-05-26 10:00 | Mill Grove, Crescent Road, E18 1JB
Children’s art activity hosted by Udette Arts. Suitable for seven- to 10-year-olds.

Boxed In at Redbridge Drama Centre
2026-05-26 11:00 - 11:45 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
A quirky, thought-provoking exploration of the unspoken rules that shape our lives. A Daryl & Co and Half Moon co-production for ages three to six.

Book Witch Puppetry Workshop
2026-05-26 11:30 - 12:30 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
Join Coppice Theatre for a craft workshop using recycled materials. Suitable for children aged five and over.

How To Catch A Book Witch
2026-05-26 14:30 - 15:30 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A show by Coppice Theatre for children aged three and over.
