It’s time everyone knew the story of Charles Ignatius Sancho. In the mid-1700s, a boy born on a slave ship found his way to Georgian London and miraculously survived. The … Continue reading "Wanstead Book Festival presents: Paterson Joseph"
A short, reflective service of evening prayer held each Wednesday evening in St Mary's church on Overton Drive.
Paul Sinha – voted the UK’s Best Club Comedian – takes a break from The Chase (ITV) to headline Wanstead Comedy Night. Fresh from Edinburgh, with a brand new set, … Continue reading "Wanstead Comedy Night feat Paul Sinha"
How well do you know your 90’s football? Once again, relive the golden days of football with our quiz host, Chris Scull, presenter of ‘Quickly Kevin’, author of ‘Can We … Continue reading "90s Football Quiz"
“A little less Attenborough, more cybernetic furry Louis Theroux” Winner of the Baloney Award 2023 Emperor Spy Cam A10N3 has returned from his Antarctic investigation for the BBC. In his performance review he’ll be covering his infiltration of a penguin colony, struggles to adapt to their complex and contradictory society, and his code-breaking feelings towards … Continue reading "Robot Penguin"
Natalie Lee is familiar to thousands of people through her Instagram presence as @StyleMeSunday. Her book, Feeling Myself, is about how warped society’s approach to sex has become and how the shame that surrounds conversation about sex can hold women back. It’s an honest and revealing memoir in which she digs deep into her own … Continue reading "Wanstead Book Festival presents: Natalie Lee"
Join author Lee Jackson as he discusses his latest work, Dickensland.DICKENSLANDThe intriguing history of Dickens’s London, showing how tourists have reimagined and reinvented the Dickensian metropolis for more than 150 years Tourists have sought out the landmarks, streets, and alleys of Charles Dickens’s London ever since the death of the world-renowned author. Late Victorians and … Continue reading "Lee Jackson: Dickensland: The Curious History of Dickens’s London"
“A little less Attenborough, more cybernetic furry Louis Theroux” Winner of the Baloney Award 2023 Emperor Spy Cam A10N3 has returned from his Antarctic investigation for the BBC. In his performance review he’ll be covering his infiltration of a penguin colony, struggles to adapt to their complex and contradictory society, and his code-breaking feelings towards … Continue reading "Robot Penguin"
Guided tour of the crypt – come and gaze into Wanstead’s past, and hear about the people who lived here in Georgian times in the many mansions that existed then, and of course Wanstead House. Tours leave promptly on the hour, and take 45-50 minutes; the beautiful church will also be open, visitors are advised … Continue reading "Crypt Tours at St Mary’s Parish Church"
One ‘invisible illness’, lots of puppets, a self-deprecating actor, far too many biscuits and a sprinkle of absurdity all can be found in the room upstairs. But can you handle … Continue reading "The Room Upstairs"
A night of curated cocktails and tequila tasting with our signature pure, Tiempo Tequila. Tiempo is a small batch premium Tequila made naturally in Jalisco, take some time to kick back and immerse yourself in the authentic tastes of Mexico. On the decks is ‘Don’t F**K with Disco’ resident and local hero – Harry Bone.
Wanstead High School is hosting a bumper quiz, with a great host, well-stocked bar and complementary nibbles to keep brain power up! It’s Wanstead High School’s PTA’s first time on the Fringe calendar and this event marks the start of a fundraising campaign for the school’s 100th year. A community event – all welcome! Teams … Continue reading "Wanstead Quiz Night"
“A little less Attenborough, more cybernetic furry Louis Theroux” Winner of the Baloney Award 2023 Emperor Spy Cam A10N3 has returned from his Antarctic investigation for the BBC. In his performance review he’ll be covering his infiltration of a penguin colony, struggles to adapt to their complex and contradictory society, and his code-breaking feelings towards … Continue reading "Robot Penguin"
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! Free to take part but please register before you first come along.
Free walks organised by Redbridge Vision. This walk is Grade 2 - described as "a steady pace, some gentle slopes and uneven terrain". Meet on Christchurch Green, by the church.
