Wanstead Village Directory

In the second of a series of articles documenting the development of Wanstead’s Evergreen Field, Geoff Horsnell looks at the contractors’ breach of conditions that caused work to be halted. Photo by Geoff Wilkinson
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Restoration work is underway in Wanstead Park, and the decision to add a supportive steel frame to the Grotto was not taken lightly, says Caroline Haines, Chair of the Epping Forest and Commons Committee
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Local resident Delia Ray reports on her visit to the recently refurbished Redbridge Museum, which offers an insight into the rich history of Wanstead, Woodford and the wider borough
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From diving beetles to jumping spiders, James Heal from the Wren Wildlife Group reports on the highlights of this year’s Wanstead Wildlife Weekend, which revealed the diversity of life thriving on our doorstep
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Wanstead and Snaresbrook Cricket Club president Len Enoch has been named one of 11 MCC Community Cricket Heroes for 2025
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Ofsted has highlighted widespread and systematic failings in provisions for children with special educational needs in Redbridge. Local neurodiversity consultant Jaya Narinesingh is not surprised
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Wanstead’s Tin in a Bin foodbank collection network is seeking new volunteers to help with deliveries.
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Residents are invited to join the Wren Wildlife Group in documenting the butterflies in Wanstead Park
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A local photographer’s four-year project documenting life on Lea Bridge Road will culminate in an exhibition this month
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Volunteers have removed an invasive plant from a local section of the River Roding
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Wanstead High Street’s mobility hub and parklet was damaged last month after being struck by a vehicle
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Wanstead residents told a public meeting, called by a London Assembly member, how TfL’s careless bus reorganisation is wrecking lives and needs urgent action. Donna Mizzi and Millicent Brown report
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Rising crime and antisocial behaviour are having a real impact on Wanstead residents and businesses, says Calvin Bailey MP, who is calling for stronger action and better reporting
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A groundbreaking programme to identify, test and fix the most damaging sewage and road run-off outfalls on a 10-mile stretch of the River Roding
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Redbridge Council is moving forward with plans to demolish and rebuild Broadmead Road bridge
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Residents are encouraged to sign up to the Metropolitan Police’s new community platform, Met Engage.
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A pop-up art sale will take place in one of Wanstead High Street's empty shops this weekend
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Redbridge has been ranked 26th out of 33 in the annual Healthy Streets Scorecard
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The Wanstead Barber Shop has confirmed it will continue trading despite plans to redevelop the site
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Local children are invited to celebrate National Playday on 6 August
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The chair of Healthwatch Redbridge has issued a statement following news that the government’s 10-year health plan may see the closure of all Healthwatch organisations
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Wanstead Park’s woodland play area has been revamped
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The Friends of Wanstead Parklands is urging residents and visitors to help protect Wanstead Flats and other parts of Epping Forest from the risk of grass fires
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A new edition of Village Vouchers has been jointly published by the Wanstead Village Directory and South Woodford Village Gazette
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Village Vouchers is back!
A brand-new edition of the money-saving booklet for Wanstead and South Woodford is now available. From a free coffee or tea to money off meals, takeaways, drinks, massages and haircuts and more, there's over £500 of savings available. £5 per booklet: wnstd.com/vouchers

Ninety years ago, Sir Giles Gilbert Scott designed the famous K6 telephone box. Wanstead’s own iconic kiosk has now been adopted by Wanstead House Community Association. Kathryn Stangaard reports
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A public meeting is being held on Saturday 12 July to discuss the issues surrounding TfL's changes to local bus routes.
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Charlotte Monro explains the positive impact Wanstead Community Riding Stables is having on children with additional needs and why your support is needed for next month’s open day… and a larger horse
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