Wanstead Village Directory

Volunteers are needed to help build a series of leaky dams across Epping Forest this winter.
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From a once-forgotten patch of land to a flourishing retreat, Wanstead Place Surgery has been busy transforming its spaces inside and out. Patient Ingrid Howarth reports
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During a long summer before university, Jay Demetriou found purpose and routine by volunteering at the Barnardo’s charity shop in Wanstead, turning quiet Wednesdays into something meaningful
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Residents living with osteoporosis are invited to join the Royal Osteoporosis Society’s North East London support group this month
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Organisers of the Wanstead Repair Café are seeking more volunteers who can sew to take part in this month’s event
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The Wren Wildlife Group has completed another year of butterfly monitoring in Wanstead Park
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In the 13th of a series of articles, Revd James Gilder of Wanstead Parish reflects on the history and importance of Christ Church and reports on the major grant that will secure its future
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Much has changed in Wanstead, but its vibrancy and activism continue to shine, says Councillor Paul Donovan as he announces he will not seek re-election for Labour next May
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The Parish of Wanstead is aiming to raise £4,700 to fund the restoration of the Wanstead War Memorial
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A front garden in Wanstead was named Best Sustainable Planet-Friendly Garden in this year’s Redbridge in Bloom competition
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In the 47th of a series of articles, David Bird discusses the work of Redbridge Music Society and introduces clarinettist Matthew Scott and pianist Christine Zerafa, who will perform in Wanstead this month
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In the third of a series of articles documenting the development of Wanstead’s Evergreen Field, Geoff Horsnell raises concerns over how the amended plans will fit within the Wanstead Village conservation area
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Redbridge Council has expanded its use of Hydrorock flood-defence technology in Wanstead after a successful trial
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Councillor Jo Blackman shares her concerns about the pressures on parking in Wanstead and the rationale behind the recent expansion of Wanstead’s permit parking zones
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Councillor Paul Canal believes the recent expansion of Wanstead’s permit parking zones is misguided and will put pressure on independent shops and complicate daily life for residents
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A survey has shown people are unhappy with TfL’s reorganisation of local buses
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TfL is being accused of sabotaging its ‘lifeline’ local route to deter passengers and drop the service. Donna Mizzi reports
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A member of the Woodford and Wanstead Photographic Society has won the nature category of the Redbridge Photography Awards
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Last month’s Wanstead Fringe saw nearly 4,000 tickets sold for over 100 events across 13 local venues
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Redbridge Council has announced plans to overhaul household recycling collections
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Redbridge Council launched a new website last month.
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Redbridge Council is inviting feedback from residents as plans are made for next year’s budget
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The Wren Wildlife and Conservation Group’s Tim Harris reports on a successful breeding season for the Skylarks of Wanstead Flats, where simple protection measures are helping these ground-nesting birds
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Restoration of Wanstead Park’s Ornamental Waters took a step forward last month with the clearing of vegetation from the dried-out lakebed
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Local photographer Mike Edwards will be giving a presentation this month about the book he self-published in 2014
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New permit parking controls have come into force in Wanstead
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Wanstead and Snaresbrook Cricket Club is celebrating the end of a successful season
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The Wanstead Village Directory has been put forward for an award that recognises businesses that excel in community engagement
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Attending court can be intimidating for witnesses, but volunteers at Snaresbrook Crown Court are there to help them every step of the way, says Catherine Redmond from the Citizens Advice Witness Service
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