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How The World Eats: Wanstead Book Festival presents Julian Baggini

Wanstead Library Churchill Room Spratt Hall Road, Wanstead

Philosopher Julian Baggini has for two decades demystified the role of philosophy in public life, discussing in clear and easy-to-understand terms the principles behind some of our modern dilemmas. In How The World Eats: A Global Food Philosophy, he examines how the choices we make about what to eat influence the way we live, with … Continue reading "How The World Eats: Wanstead Book Festival presents Julian Baggini"

£10.00

MUST Wine Bar: Painting Class (with wine and cheese)

MUST Wine Bar 125 High Street, Wanstead, United Kingdom

Join MUST Wine for a painting masterclass with one of our famous Local Artist exhibitors. We provide all art materials and at ‘half time’ will also host a speed wine and cheese tasting. An absolute MUST try! Great education in a relaxed and fun environment…accompanied with three outstanding wines and cheeses of course.  Places are … Continue reading "MUST Wine Bar: Painting Class (with wine and cheese)"

£30.00

Macaron-Making Demonstration

La Bakerie 119a High Street, Wanstead

La Bakerie’s pastry chef will show you the steps in making these delicious French treats so that you can make them at home. You will learn how to make the shell and two types of ganache and perhaps get a tasting too! The evening will be wrapped up with a goody bag and recipe details … Continue reading "Macaron-Making Demonstration"

£25

Flower Arranging with Philipa Day

The Duke 79 Nightingale Lane, Wanstead

NB. THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED.  Ticket-holders will be contacted by email. Unlock the secrets to stunning floral arrangements with renowned seasonal wedding florist Philipa Day. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to craft gorgeous, wildflower-style bouquets using locally grown flowers, all cultivated with sustainable methods. Whether you’re a budding florist or simply looking to … Continue reading "Flower Arranging with Philipa Day"

£65

Baggage Reclaim

The Bull 129 High Street, Wanstead

“It’s been a really, really bad day at work… Baggage Reclaim is a piece of new writing produced by Oida! Theatre which explores themes of identity, perception, and hierarchy. Stuck in the miserable baggage reclaim department, with the ominous presence of HR looming just out of sight, the monotonous, mundane, and slightly bizarre work-lives of … Continue reading "Baggage Reclaim"

£8.00 – £12.00

East London, the journey continues…

Wanstead and Snaresbrook Cricket Club Overton Drive, Wanstead

Join Wanstead photographer Geoff Wilkinson as he continues his journey through East London. Geoff has spent a lifetime travelling around the world on photography assignments.  Growing up in Canning Town and then Stratford he is now photographing hidden “gems” in the East End and researching the stories behind them before they change or disappear. From … Continue reading "East London, the journey continues…"

£10.00

Richard II

The Wanstead Curtain Wanstead Curtain (Wanstead Methodist Church hall) Hermon Hill London E11 2AR

Off the success of an initial run at the Golden Goose Theatre earlier this year, Far Between Theatre presents their imaginative production of Shakespeare’s Richard II. Can a leader lead while remaining true to themselves? Set in a cutthroat corporate nexus, this modern reinterpretation depicts how traditional monarchy has been translated into capitalist dictatorship, which … Continue reading "Richard II"

£10 – £15

Fake Heroes: Wanstead Book Festival presents Otto English

Wanstead Library Churchill Room Spratt Hall Road, Wanstead

From Captain Scott to JFK, from Mother Teresa to Che Guevara, Otto English’s Fake Heroes debunks conventional wisdom about some of history’s biggest names, bringint to light some of the darker truths they would rather have kept buried, while also celebrating unsung heroes. Otto English, aka journalist Andrew Scott, has become one of the country’s … Continue reading "Fake Heroes: Wanstead Book Festival presents Otto English"

£10.00

St Mary’s Crypt Tours

St. Mary’s Church Overton Drive, Wanstead

Back by popular demand! The tour of the 1789-built crypt under St Mary’s Parish Church have become a firm favourite of the Fringe. Please note, access is via STEEP steps and through a CONSTRICTED tunnel – visitors need to be able to manoeuvre beneath a 1m-high obstruction. Please note: each tour lasts approx. 45 mins, … Continue reading "St Mary’s Crypt Tours"

£10.00

Dinner With Michelin Star Chef Lee Westcott

The Duke 79 Nightingale Lane, Wanstead

A collaboration between celebrated Michelin Star chef and friend Lee Westcott, where we will be launching a new winter menu in the Duke dining room, get an exclusive first taste and enjoy 3 courses plus sharing dishes for the table. This will be a wonderful evening and a special dining experience. There will be 2 … Continue reading "Dinner With Michelin Star Chef Lee Westcott"

£29.00

The London Mothers

The Bull 129 High Street, Wanstead

Three Women, Three Stories. Follow the experiences of young Mary and Doreen as they prepare to give birth 150 miles away from home against the backdrop of World War Two. The two friends are evacuated to Willersley Castle, near Cromford, Derbyshire whilst friend Gladys remains in London. 4,000 mothers were evacuated to Willersley at this … Continue reading "The London Mothers"

£5.00 – £10.00

Global Voices

The Wanstead Curtain Wanstead Curtain (Wanstead Methodist Church hall) Hermon Hill London E11 2AR

The voices, stories and creativity of the global LGBTQ+ community, brought to The Wanstead Fringe 2024 by Broken Gods Productions teaming up with ReportOUT. Performed by members of the LGBTQ+ community locally, the poems, monologues and creative writing submissions will be showcased at The Wanstead Curtain with a percentage of ticket sales being donated to … Continue reading "Global Voices"

£12.00 – £15.00

Travelling Through The Thrill; an interactive night of tall tales, wine tasting and travel hacks

Compassionate Funerals 3-5 Devon House, Hermon Hill, Wanstead, Wanstead

Have you ever wondered how to travel the world without any money? Find the funny in the fearsome? Turn not-quite-making-it into a win? In her third ever solo, Wanstead resident Carole Edrich wants to tell you in a brand new type of event. This new experience; part comedy narrative, part stand-up, part wine tasting and … Continue reading "Travelling Through The Thrill; an interactive night of tall tales, wine tasting and travel hacks"

£25.00

EEL East London and Essex Network Meeting

Wanstead Works 34-40 High Street, Wanstead

Come join us at the East London and Essex Network meeting on 19th September between 7pm and 9pm. Looking for something more than just a *Business Networking Meeting*?  Come and join us at the EEL East London & Essex Networking Event on *Thursday 19th September* at *7pm* at *Wanstead Works*. As well as *meeting other … Continue reading "EEL East London and Essex Network Meeting"