South Woodford Village Gazette

The Mindful Parent Hub
2026-02-04 10:30 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | The Barrel Boulangerie, 151 High Street
Coffee, conversation and a creative activity. Children welcome.

Cup of Art exhibition
2026-02-04 12:00 - 16:00 | The George & Dragon, 155 High Street
Cup of Art is a new Wanstead-based collective providing an opportunity for the public to talk to artists who are dedicated to their craft.

Wanstead Business Network Open Morning
2026-02-05 07:15 - 09:00 | Wanstead Golf Club, Overton Drive
A networking meeting for local business owners. Booking required.

ADHD Support Group for Men
2026-02-06 19:15 - 20:15 | Wanstead House, 21 The Green, E11 2NT
A weekly meeting for men to talk, share or listen.

THE FLAMINGO FAIR showcase
2026-02-07 00:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A month-long display of handmade goods in the library foyer.

FLAMINGO FAIR
2026-02-07 11:00 - 16:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
Cards, gifts, face painting and refreshments.

THE FLAMINGO FAIR
2026-02-07 11:00 - 16:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
Handmade goods and vintage finds.

An evening of music and art
2026-02-07 19:30 | St Gabriel’s Church, Aldersbrook, E12 5HH
Film music by Jonny Greenwood (Radiohead) and Scandinavian folk music performed by London’s leading musicians, paired with art by Olga Szynkarczuk. Profits from the event will be donated to London Music Fund to support free music education in under-served communities.

Sister Act Jr at Redbridge Drama Centre
2026-02-08 14:30 - 15:30 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
Theatretrain Leigh-on-Sea presents a show with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story. Repeated at 5pm.

Stratford and East London Music Festival
2026-02-09 00:00 | St Mary’s Church, South Woodford
Featuring choirs, orchestras and bands.

Mapping London after the Great Fire of 1666
2026-02-09 19:30
A talk by Vanessa Harding for the West Essex Archaeological Group. Non-members welcome.

Keeping it Local Wanstead
2026-02-10 19:00 | Luppolo, 36–38 High Street, Wanstead
An informal gathering for local business owners to socialise and network. Booking required.

Horatio's Garden at Stanmore Hospital
2026-02-10 19:30 | Aldersbrook Bowls Club, E12 5DY
A talk by Lily Schlieker Blythe for the Aldersbrook Horticultural Society. Visitors welcome.

Beaver Reintroduction in London
2026-02-10 20:00 | St Mary’s Church, South Woodford
A talk for the North East London Local Group of the RSPB by Pia Trevelyan-Ashby.

John Constable: Chocolate Box painter or Maverick artist
2026-02-10 20:00 | Bancroft’s School, High Road, IG8 0RF
A presentation by Alan Read – lecturer and guide at Tate Britain – for The Arts Society Woodford Green. Visitors welcome.

LGBTQ+ Awareness Session for Health and Care Services
2026-02-11 11:00 - 12:00
This is a session aimed at people working in health and care services, but will also be helpful for anyone wanting to learn about LGBTQ+ people and how to be a good ally.

Fire Island: In Conversation with Jack Parlett
2026-02-11 18:45 - 20:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
Join author Jack Parlett for a discussion about his latest book, Fire Island: A Queer History.

Electronic Keyboard Concert
2026-02-11 19:00 - 22:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
An East London and Essex Electronic Keyboard Club event featuring Andrew Nix.

The Origins of Redbridge Street Names
2026-02-12 14:30 | All Saints Church Hall, Woodford Green
A talk by Jef Page for the Woodford Historical Society. Visitors welcome.

Wanstead Wordsmiths
2026-02-12 18:30 - 19:45 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A monthly group for writing and sharing poetry and prose. No experience required.

Wanstead Village ward Councillor Surgery
2026-02-14 10:30 - 11:30 | Allan Burgess Centre, High Street, E11 2AE
Councillors Jo Blackman, Paul Donovan and Daniel Morgan-Thomas. Repeated on 28 February.

South Woodford Litter Pick
2026-02-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Community Orchard, South Woodford
Litter picks, hoops, hi-vis vests and gloves will be available. Organised by the South Woodford Society.

Open Day at The Temple in Wanstead Park
2026-02-15 11:00 - 15:00 | the Temple, Wanstead Park, E11 2LT
Wanstead Park’s visitor centre explores the history of the park from Roman times to the present day.

South Woodford Community Market
2026-02-15 11:00 - 16:00 | George Lane, South Woodford

The starlight mystery
2026-02-15 13:30 | Wanstead House, 21 The Green, E11 2NT
Dr John Fisher presents a talk on stellar aberration for the North East London Astronomical Society. Free entry for new visitors.

Workshop: How To Fix Electricals
2026-02-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Christ Church Hall, Wanstead, E11 2SW
Learn to fix electrical items with experts and put your skills to use at community repair events. Booking required.

Bereavement café morning session
2026-02-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Christ Church, Wanstead Place, E11 2SW
For people struggling with feelings of loss.

Redbridge Music Society recital
2026-02-17 20:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
Featuring Emilija Karaliute, who will be performing on a kanklės, the national instrument of Lithuania.

Podiatry Practice and Common Foot Problems
2026-02-18 14:30 | All Saints Church Hall, Woodford Green
A talk by Mark Freedman for the Woodford and District Centre of the National Trust. Visitors welcome.

Laugh-Able Comedy Night in Wanstead
2026-02-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
LGBT Special with guest MC David Ferguson and headliner Ted Hill. Fully accessible, affordable and award-winning comedy night.
