Otto English, aka journalist Andrew Scott, is on a mission to set our historical stories straight. In his book Fake History, English tears apart lies propagated by politicians and think tanks, the grand narratives spun by populists and the media, the stories on your friend's Facebook feed and the tales you were told in childhood.
Acoustic sets from E11's finest:The Tall PoppiesDread FuryAli MacQueenGordon Taggartupstairs at the Bull from 8pm. Admission free.
Say cheerio to summer and hello old pal to autumn as the Duke closes its garden for the year with a day-long party including all day BBQ. Music comes from Disco Volante DJs, taking you on a trip to the Balearic 90s, early 2000s classic house and Chicago house.
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.
Welcome to Wanstead Pottery. A calm and inviting space for you to explore the marvellous medium of clay. Have fun experimenting with form, texture and decorative techniques and create something you will cherish with this natural, tactile and versatile material. Taster sessions are a fun way to introduce yourself to pottery In this introductory class … Continue reading "Wanstead Pottery: Hand-Building taster (family)"
The popular Wanstead Fringe Jumble trail will return this September. The original, biggest and best local trail returns on Saturday 17 September 2022 bringing Jumble Trail fans to Wanstead from all over East London. The Jumble Trail offers a brilliant opportunity to clear out your wardrobe and free up some space in the toy cupboard – assuming you … Continue reading "Wanstead Fringe Jumble Trail 2022"
The Temple explores the history of Wanstead Park through the Roman, Regency and Victorian periods to the present day. The Temple has: a history of the Park's Roman Villa, told … Continue reading "Open weekend at the Temple"
Welcome to Wanstead Pottery. A calm and inviting space for you to explore the marvellous medium of clay. Have fun experimenting with form, texture and decorative techniques and create something … Continue reading "Wanstead Pottery: Throwing on the Wheel (Adult)"
Come along to Wanstead High Street's new MUST Wine Bar, next to the opticians, for an afternoon of exploring the wonderful world of English wine. Pop in and enjoy three glasses of English Wine, learn about the growth of the industry, climate change opportunities and so much more. Plus the chance to win a MUST World … Continue reading "English Wine Tasting"
Christ Church 9am: Eucharist Children and family service, ideal for children 0-6s 1030am: Traditional Sung Eucharist More details St Mary's 11am: Services on the first, second and fourth Sundays of the month More details Our Lady of Lourdes Saturday: Vigil Mass 6.30pm Sunday: Masses 9.30, 11.30 am More details Wanstead United Reformed Church 10.30am: Morning worship More … Continue reading "Wanstead Church Services"
This event has been postponed.
In the summer the primary school children of Wanstead were invited to take part in the Fringe Handwriting Competition. Today's the today that the winners will be crowned - come … Continue reading "Handwriting Competition results"
The Temple explores the history of Wanstead Park through the Roman, Regency and Victorian periods to the present day. The Temple has: a history of the Park's Roman Villa, told … Continue reading "Open weekend at the Temple"
Note: Because of a memorial service for Her Majesty the Queen, Jazz Vespers is being postponed to a later date.
