South Woodford Village Gazette

Newport: an Essex village brought to Life
2025-05-14 14:30 (Europe/London) | All Saints Church Hall, Woodford Green
A talk by Dr Ben Cowell for the Woodford and District Centre of the National Trust. Visitors welcome.

Redbridge Music Society recital
2025-05-13 20:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
Featuring pianist John Paul Ekins.

Conservation on Wallasea Island
2025-05-13 20:00 | St Mary’s Church, South Woodford
A talk for the North East London Local Group of the RSPB by Rachel Fancy.

Planning new gardens
2025-05-13 19:30 | Aldersbrook Bowls Club, E12 5DY
A talk by Jan Karavasili and Ruth Martin for the Aldersbrook Horticultural Society.

Keeping it Local Wanstead
2025-05-13 19:00 | The George & Dragon, 155 High Street
An informal gathering for local business owners to socialise and network. Booking required.

The History of Undertaking
2025-05-12 20:00 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A presentation by John Harris for the Wanstead Historical Society.

NHS Retirement Fellowship
2025-05-12 14:00 | Our Lady of Lourdes, E11 2PR
For retired NHS and social care staff.

Open Day at Wanstead Bowling Club
2025-05-11 12:00 - 16:00 | Wanstead Bowling Club, Overton Drive

Ride Redbridge: Ray Park to Fairlop Waters
2025-05-11 11:15 | James Leal Centre, Ray Park, IG8 7JF
Join a bike ride to Fairlop Waters for a picnic. Organised by the Redbridge Cycling Campaign.

Tennis Club open day
2025-05-11 11:00 - 17:00 | Linkside Tennis Club, Overton Dr, E11 2LW
Free tennis for all ages and abilities.

Ride Redbridge: Wanstead Park to Fairlop Waters
2025-05-11 11:00 | meet at Wanstead Park Tea Hut, E12 5HA

Wanstead Park Litter Pick
2025-05-11 11:00 | the Temple, Wanstead Park, E11 2LT
Hosted by the Friends of Wanstead Parklands.

Manor Court Lodge Open Day
2025-05-11 10:30 | 169–175 High Road, South Woodford, E18 2PD
Find out more about living in an apartment for over-60s.

Open Weekend at The Temple in Wanstead Park
2025-05-10 12:00 - 2025-05-11 17:00 | the Temple, Wanstead Park, E11 2LT
Wanstead Park’s visitor centre explores the history of the park from Roman times to the present day.

ELMHURST GARDENS ACTION DAY
2025-05-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Elmhurst Gardens, South Woodford
Help maintain this Green Flag Award park. Activities may include planting flowers, pruning, litter picking, updating noticeboards and sweeping the tennis courts. Organised by Vision RCL and the Friends of Elmhurst Gardens. Repeated on 21 June.

Wanstead Village ward Councillor Surgery
2025-05-10 10:30 - 11:30 | Allan Burgess Centre, High Street, E11 2AE
Councillors Jo Blackman, Paul Donovan and Daniel Morgan-Thomas. Repeated on 24 May.

Walking for Health: Christ Church Green
2025-05-10 10:30 - 11:30 | meet on Wanstead Place
This walk features some gentle slopes and uneven terrain. Repeats every Saturday.

Ilford Hospital Chapel open day
2025-05-10 10:00 - 14:30 | Hospital Chapel, Ilford Hill, IG1 2AT
Memorabilia, refreshments and guided tours.

Agatha Crusty and the Village Hall Murders
2025-05-09 19:30 - 2025-05-11 21:30 | Redbridge Drama Centre, E18 2RB
Murder mystery meets comedy in this WOADS production suitable for all ages. Sunday matinee at 3pm.

Wanstead Wordsmiths
2025-05-08 18:30 - 19:45 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A monthly group for writing and sharing poetry and prose. No experience required.

On the beat in Hatton Garden
2025-05-08 14:30 | All Saints Church Hall, Woodford Green
Light-hearted memories from a Bobby on the beat 50 years ago. A talk by Chris Foster for the Woodford Historical Society. Visitors welcome.

Over-55s Bridge Club
2025-05-08 13:30 - 15:00 | Allan Burgess Centre, High Street, E11 2AE
A weekly club. New members welcome.

Guerilla Autistics Presents: Eccentrics Return
2025-05-07 19:45 - 20:45 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
A show about being neurodivergent, neurodiverse and autistic.

Wanstead Man Cave
2025-05-07 19:00 | 11–13 Cambridge Park, Wanstead, E11 2PU
A donation-based peer support space for men held at Wanstead Mental Health Clinic. Repeats weekly.

Parky Players: Been There, Done That, Got The Symptoms
2025-05-07 18:30 - 19:30 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
An inspiring story of a group of people with Parkinson’s and friends, using comedy theatre to break down barriers.

BSL Sign Supported English practice session
2025-05-06 14:30 - 15:30 | Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road
Hosted by local resident Lorna Paterson. Repeated on 21 May at 6.45pm.

The History of South Woodford
2025-05-06 10:30 | Woodford Memorial Hall, E18 2PA
A presentation by Gerard Greene from the Redbridge Museum and Heritage Centre for the Wanstead & Woodford U3A. Visitors welcome.

Wanstead Business Buzz
2025-05-06 10:00 - 12:00 | The Cuckfield, 31 High Street, Wanstead
Face-to-face, drop-in business networking.

VE Day Anniversary: See Rock City
2025-05-05 20:00 - 2025-05-11 00:00 | Our Lady of Lourdes, E11 2PR
An adaptation of a moving wartime play, with a matinee on VE Day (8 May at 2pm) for older community members.

VE Day Anniversary: tea and dance party
2025-05-05 16:00 | Christ Church Hall, Wanstead, E11 2SW
No experience necessary. Dressing up encouraged! Licensed bar and refreshments available.
