Santa will embark on a pre-Christmas tour of Wanstead, chauffeured through the streets by Elf Steve Hayden aboard his Parker Dairies milk float. The elves will be collecting money for The Wanstead Charity.

A safe and confidential space to meet others and to share thoughts and feelings around the experience of grief and loss.

A monthly peer support group at Wanstead Mental Health Clinic for men and women to come together in a safe and judgement-free space.

Including a two-course hot festive buffet.

Including fashion, jewellery, homewares and books.

A free Christmas dinner for those likely to be on their own on Christmas Day. Booking required.

Woodford Pantomime present their New Year panto.

A weekly 5k community event: walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate.

Real Christmas Trees will be collected and recycled by Haven House for a donation (5 to 7 January) or by Redbridge Council for free (from 12 January).