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A new community orchard has been established in Woodford

Rev Abi Todd of Holy Trinity South Woodford explains the plans behind Project Arclight, which will see redevelopment of the church site and new community facilities

Some South Woodford scribbles from DD, our resident diarist and observer of all things local. Illustrated by Evelyn Rowland

Members of the Woodford and District Flower Arranging Group will be celebrating their platinum anniversary at Wanstead House next month. Margot Cooper reflects on seven decades of floral artistry

Some South Woodford scribbles from DD, our resident diarist and observer of all things local. Illustrated by Evelyn Rowland

Eastwood Green, off George Lane, now features a tapestry lawn, which is a perfect alternative to real and plastic grass, says local gardener Stephanie Derby

Auditions for Woodford Pantomime’s next show took place in June

An in-depth inspection is to be carried out on the George Lane Viaduct

Two community summer celebrations will take place in South Woodford in July

Churchfields Infants’ and Junior School marked its 150th anniversary with a reunion earlier this month

The Oakdale School Streets has been postponed

Ruth Rendell was best known for her crime novels featuring Chief Inspector Wexford. Less well known is that the author was born in South Woodford. Emily Allen explores the life of our local