Events

Songs and satire by open-air theatre company Illyria. Bring your own seating.

Meet the horses and ponies, children’s activities, riding demonstrations and refreshments.

A two-hour guided walk exploring historic buildings and sites in central Wanstead, from St Mary’s Church to the George & Dragon.

A guided walk exploring Snaresbrook’s history and notable buildings, meeting at Snaresbrook Tube station.

Justin Robertson and Andy Crysell join Rory Natkiel for conversation and music exploring the post-punk explosion of 1978–84.

View the Moon, planets and stars through telescopes with local amateur astronomers. Repeated on 5 September.

Lucy Crowe, Joe Walters and guests perform music inspired by light and darkness, from Schubert and Strauss to contemporary sounds.

Learn West End-inspired Matilda choreography with former cast member Sophie Richards. Suitable for ages 8+.

Handmade products from local designer-makers. Including screen prints, ceramics, jewellery, homewares and textiles.

An introductory wheel-throwing class for adults and children aged 11+, covering clay preparation, centring and shaping.

A reimagining of the betrayal at Thermopylae, told through Ephialtes as he confronts guilt and his legacy. Repeated on 6 September.