WVD November 2026 — stitches in time featured
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Stitches in time

In the eighth of a series of articles charting the Christ Church kneelers project, Susan Allison presents two Remembrance-themed examples which have powerful stories to tell

WVD November 2026 — big rail story
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Big rail story

One writer, one Interrail pass and a wildly over-ambitious, 37-stop journey to test railway accessibility in Europe. Wanstead-based travel writer Carole Edrich presents the ninth instalment of her Big Rail Story

WVD November 2026 — hot street
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Hot street, Wanstead

A survey by Wanstead Climate Action has revealed how this summer’s heatwaves affected local businesses. The group says better preparation is needed as extreme heat becomes more common. Sunil Kapur reports

WVD November 2026 — santas next stop
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Santa’s Next Stop

Paola Noto reports on a new home for the Haven House Santa’s Grotto and a magical Christmas trail through the charity’s Woodford Green woodland, raising vital funds to help seriously ill children

Photo & Story — Ed Adamson photography
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Photo & Story

In the 12th of a series of articles featuring images by the Woodford and Wanstead Photographic Society, Anuraj Theivendram introduces wildlife photographer Ed Adamson

Stand together — Wanstead War Memorial
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Stand together

This month’s Remembrance Sunday service in Wanstead will be the most inclusive it has ever been. This is a welcome milestone, says Paul Kaufman, chair of the East London Humanists

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Rebel Reading

Geraldine Roberts’ latest book uncovers the remarkable lives of Charles and Mary Bagot, tracing diplomacy, politics and personal fortunes across Britain, America, Russia and Canada. Review by Paul Donovan

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Mending Matters

Wanstead Repair Café volunteers will mark International Repair Day with a special taster session at Wanstead Library, encouraging residents to keep everyday items out of the bin. Kathy Taylor reports