Lynn Haseldine Jones will be presenting local postcards of the past at the April meeting of the Woodford Historical Society
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The Friends of the River Roding’s Wanstead and Woodford local group are on a mission to restore the river and its tributaries, one bag of rubbish and one forgotten stream at a time.
A Muslim charity is hoping to convert a former restaurant building in South Woodford into an inclusive community centre
South Woodford Library and Gym – which has been closed since the discovery of RAAC concrete in September 2024 – is expected to reopen this summer
Having moved from Romania to South Woodford, artist Andrea Timis reflects on her journey through colour and culture and the joy and connection she’s found by joining Woodford Arts Group
Woodford Hall – demolished in 1900 – now the site of Woodford Memorial Hall (built 1902)At the Woodford Historical Society’s February meeting, Jef Page will be exploring the origins of Redbridge street names, including a number of local streets named after former cabinet ministers
Some South Woodford scribbles from DD, our resident diarist and observer of all things local. Illustrated by Evelyn Rowland
The former bowling club pavilion has now been demolishedGwyneth Deakins urges residents to take part in Redbridge Council’s public consultation about what should replace the former bowling club building in Elmhurst Gardens
The SoWo Society is planning to make the Community Orchard more beetle-friendly
The junction of Orford Road with Hermon HillNew yellow boxes have been installed at the junctions of Albert Road with Chigwell Road and Orford Road with Hermon Hill
A structural survey took place in November 2025A structural survey has revealed that more work is needed on the George Lane Viaduct
Markets, music and magical moments will make South Woodford merry this festive season. It’s time to celebrate with the community. Kris Kringle reports
