Suitable for adults and kids (11+) Taster sessions are the perfect way to introduce yourself to pottery. In this introductory class you will be guided through the basics of throwing clay on the potter’s wheel. These classes feature a maximum of three students. You will be taught how to prepare your clay, how to centre … Continue reading "Pottery: Throwing Taster Session"

Comedy for Wanstead Fringe 2023 kicks off with a fantastic evening of stand-up headlined by Mock the Week regular GLENN MOORE. Recognised for his brilliant joke-writing ability, Glenn received superlative reviews for both his Edinburgh shows and his sell-out UK tour. His many TV and radio appearances include Richard’s Osman’s House of Games (BBC) The … Continue reading "Wanstead Comedy Night feat Glenn Moore"

Meeting of the Wanstead Backgammon Society. Free to all. Please contact pete.daly@ntlworld.com for more information

Leading science journalists Miriam Frankel and Matt Warren bring us extraordinary stories and studies that open our eyes to the inner workings of the mind.  Every one of our thoughts, actions, moods and decisions is shaped by a whole array of factors, most of which we don’t pay any attention to. From culture, time and … Continue reading "Wanstead Book Festival presents: Miriam Frankel and Matt Warren"

Wanstead Theatre are back with a sparky and engaging comedy set on that glorious morning 20 years ago when England won the Rugby World Cup for the first and only time. Dave’s position as chairman of his local rugby club is being challenged by an extremely loud Australian. Why does Jake, the club’s best player, … Continue reading "Breakfast with Jonny Wilkinson"

This workshop will aim to muse all the different cultural and social selves we hold in ourselves (Gender, heritage, race, sexuality, neurodiversity, language, location etc ) presently, historically and ancestrally. And how these manifest in how we see ourselves and how others see us. Victoria, a Wanstead resident, transactional analyst, psychotherapist and community artist, will … Continue reading "How we see ourselves: the Transcultural Self"

Ever wondered what it’s like to cycle 4,500km uphill on forty quid and visit every winery on the way? Join me on an Argentinian wine-tasting adventure. Part comedy, part endurance, part discovery and so great I’d do it again. Sample some of the most emblematic wines of my experience while I take you through some … Continue reading "The Wheel Argentina – Wine Tasting, Travelogue, Comedy"

Local musicians Joe Walters and Lucy Crowe curate an evening of music exploring themes associated with the skylark, our local Wanstead Flats resident struggling to survive in modern times. Joe and Lucy will perform with and alongside their friends, also locals of the area, and also musicians who feel the push and pull of urban … Continue reading "To a Skylark: Classical, folk and experimental music"

Wanstead Theatre are back with a sparky and engaging comedy set on that glorious morning 20 years ago when England won the Rugby World Cup for the first and only time. Dave’s position as chairman of his local rugby club is being challenged by an extremely loud Australian. Why does Jake, the club’s best player, … Continue reading "Breakfast with Jonny Wilkinson"

Outspoken journalist and commentator Ian Dunt knows something has gone terribly wrong with our society. It’s a feeling many of us have, but we struggle to articulate exactly why. Ian has no such problems. In his Sunday Times bestselling book How Westminster Works… and Why It Doesn’t,  he lifts the lid on what has happened … Continue reading "Wanstead Book Festival presents: Ian Dunt"

A short, reflective service of evening prayer held each Wednesday evening in St Mary's church on Overton Drive.

How well do you know the current Champions of Europe, West Ham United? Step up & show up your knowledge with our quiz host, Chris Scull, presenter of ‘Quickly Kevin’, author of ‘Can We Not Knock It’ and host of the official West Ham podcast ‘Iron Cast’. Burger deal available with quiz entry. 2-6 per … Continue reading "West Ham – Champions of Europe – Football Quiz"

Wanstead Theatre are back with a sparky and engaging comedy set on that glorious morning 20 years ago when England won the Rugby World Cup for the first and only time. Dave’s position as chairman of his local rugby club is being challenged by an extremely loud Australian. Why does Jake, the club’s best player, … Continue reading "Breakfast with Jonny Wilkinson"

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"

…Two press photographers talk about their careers spanning 50 years of history. Award-winning photographers Geoff Wilkinson and Stefan Rousseau show their photographs that appear in newspapers and magazines around the world. From politicians to the rich and famous and of course everything in between get a glimpse of what happens behind the scenes to achieve … Continue reading "From Schumacher to Sunak, from the King of Italy to the King of Great Britain…"

Artists see things differently. Will Gompertz is familiar to audiences throughout the country from his years as the BBC’s Arts Editor. For years Will was a fixture on the Ten O’Clock News as he would introduce Turner or Booker Prize winners, or explain why a statue or painting had been sold for record prices. No … Continue reading "Wanstead Book Festival presents: Will Gompertz"

Join Nick Higham as he discusses his latest work: The Mercenary RiverNo city can survive without water, and lots of it. Today we take the stuff for granted: turn a tap and it gushes out. But it wasn't always so. For centuries London, one of the largest and richest cities in the world, struggled to … Continue reading "Nick Higham : The Mercenary River"

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"

Jonathan Coe is one of Britain’s greatest living novelists whose books shine a light on how we as a society see ourselves. From his hit 1994 book What a Carve Up, through The Rotters Club, Number 11 and Middle England, he has found a moving, funny and true way to tell the story of Britain. … Continue reading "Wanstead Book Festival presents: Jonathan Coe"

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.

Suitable for adults, kids (6+) and family groups.  The hand-building taster sessions are a fun and very accessible introduction to clay. In this class you will have the opportunity to … Continue reading "Pottery: Handbuilding Taster Session"

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.

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, … Continue reading "Crypt Tours at St Mary’s Parish Church"

Enjoy the very best of regenerative meats, sourced by Ethical Butcher directly from Farms who champion biodiversity and soil health. Delicious fresh BBQ food, cooked outside in our garden area. … Continue reading "The Duke “All Dayer BBQ” with Ethical Butcher"

Four outstanding MUST Wine tastings with four great wines every Saturday throughout the Fringe… it’s a MUST! Other tastings will be: Saturday September 16th at 4pm: English Wine Speed Tasting … Continue reading "MUST Wine Bar Wanstead: English Wine Speed Tasting I"

A free, relaxed, dementia-friendly concert to celebrate the flower festival at Christ Church. A selection of flower-themed favourites, followed by tea and cake. All welcome, including families and those benefiting … Continue reading "Free relaxed Songhaven concert"

Four outstanding MUST Wine tastings with four great wines every Saturday throughout the Fringe… it’s a MUST! Saturday September 16th at 4pm: English Wine Speed Tasting (extra tasting due to … Continue reading "MUST Wine Bar Wanstead: English Wine Speed Tasting II"

A virtuoso guitar concert with Peter Black, featuring duets with Father Martyn. Be mesmerised by exquisite music from around the world from the Romantic Period to today, featuring works by … Continue reading "A Journey into the World of Guitar – with Peter Black"