An eve-of-Fringe special event featuring classical, folk and experimental music to get things started. For the past two years local opera star Lucy Crowe OBE and husband Joe Walters continued… Continue reading Lucy and Joe’s Fringe Charivari
Throwing On The Wheel - 3 Hours - Adults (and kids 11+) Wanstead Pottery is a calm and inviting space for you to explore the marvellous medium of clay. The Throwing classes feature a maximum of three students. You will be taught how to prepare your clay, how to centre it on the wheel, how… Continue reading Pottery Classes
Celebrating 10 years of the duke & kicking off the Wanstead fringe festival with our renowned annual street party, we close off the street to bring you a day and… Continue reading The Duke Street Party
MUST Wine Bar
125 High Street, Wanstead, United Kingdom
MUST Wine Bar - host of the Wanstead Wine Festival You will learn about wines in a fun, engaging and informative way - eased of course with three amazing wines.… Continue reading MUST Wine Bar: Introduction to Wine
MUST Wine Bar
125 High Street, Wanstead, United Kingdom
MUST Wine Bar - host of the Wanstead Wine Festival You will learn about wines in a fun, engaging and informative way - eased of course with three amazing wines.… Continue reading MUST Wine Bar: Introduction to wine
Wanstead and Snaresbrook Cricket Club
Overton Drive, Wanstead
Using telescopes, view the moon, planets and stars guided by local amateur astronomers. Learn your way around the night skies using the main stars and constellations.
Wanstead Theatre Co present Alan Bennett's universally acclaimed Talking Heads Three women in a café. Each has a story. What secrets will you overhear?Aspiring actress Leslie prides herself on her… Continue reading Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads
Your local band of countrified, rock, soul and popster troubadours are playing live to start off the Fringe. This is the September leg of their world tour, mostly based in… Continue reading The Replacement Hipsters play the Fringe
The Strangelmans is the brainchild of Phil Sinnow, a comic strip following a fictional family and their endless misadventures. Phil insists that any likeness is coincidental, but his elder siblings… Continue reading The Strangelmans
All day Garden BBQ, served alongside delicious roasts. Come and socialise with your favourite fringers from midday. 50% off all drinks for those who work in the hospitality industry and… Continue reading All day BBQ & Fringe Volunteer Special
The Strangelmans is the brainchild of Phil Sinnow, a comic strip following a fictional family and their endless misadventures. Phil insists that any likeness is coincidental, but his elder siblings… Continue reading The Strangelmans
Join award-winning composers - Anastasia Nikki Forova, Jess Kennedy and Asa Lindstrom, all Walthamstow based – for a unique blend of original instrumental, film and singer-songwriter music. This concert will… Continue reading Recital: Journey of the Heart
Eton Manor Rugby Club
The New Wilderness, Nutter Lane, Wanstead
Comedy for Wanstead Fringe 2024 kicks off with a fantastic evening of stand-up with your headliner Ian Stone. Also on the bill are Philip Simon, Richard Todd, Pat Smith and… Continue reading Wanstead Comedy Night
Wanstead Theatre Co present Alan Bennett's universally acclaimed Talking Heads Three women in a café. Each has a story. What secrets will you overhear?Aspiring actress Leslie prides herself on her… Continue reading Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads
The Strangelmans is the brainchild of Phil Sinnow, a comic strip following a fictional family and their endless misadventures. Phil insists that any likeness is coincidental, but his elder siblings… Continue reading The Strangelmans
The regular backgammon group which meets every Monday at the Duke will be hosting their annual tournament, The Peter Stevens Memorial Trophy, throughout the Fringe. Rounds will be held each… Continue reading Backgammon Tournament
The Strangelmans is the brainchild of Phil Sinnow, a comic strip following a fictional family and their endless misadventures. Phil insists that any likeness is coincidental, but his elder siblings… Continue reading The Strangelmans
The Leytonstone Tavern takes over The Duke’s kitchen serving authentic award winning street food Tacos. Pre-book yourself 3 Tacos for £10, or purchase 2 tickets for 6 Tacos. To check… Continue reading Tavern Taco Takeover
Come and learn how to make La Bakerie's popular Sourdough loaf. The head baker will take you through the steps of making the starter, dough, proving and baking. Included is… Continue reading The Art of La Bakerie Sourdough
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
Come and experience the new venue for the Indoor Kinema, the Wanstead Curtain. 12 Years a Slave With an introduction by Dr Teresa Hagan, we present the extraordinary story of… Continue reading Indoor Kinema: 12 Years a Slave
The Strangelmans is the brainchild of Phil Sinnow, a comic strip following a fictional family and their endless misadventures. Phil insists that any likeness is coincidental, but his elder siblings… Continue reading The Strangelmans
Wanstead and Snaresbrook Cricket Club
Overton Drive, Wanstead
Photographers Geoff Wilkinson and Stefan Rousseau, both Wanstead residents, will be showing their photographs and talking about the stories behind them. Their work appears in the national press, magazines and… Continue reading Elections and Recollections
Coming straight from the Edinburgh Fringe, Woodrow is ready to bring his absurd antics to Wanstead. Woodrow is finally getting a chance to pursue his dream… becoming an actor. He's… Continue reading Woodrow Auditions Live
Wanstead Theatre Co present Alan Bennett's universally acclaimed Talking Heads Three women in a café. Each has a story. What secrets will you overhear?Aspiring actress Leslie prides herself on her… Continue reading Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads
Transition, a unique group exhibition set within the contemporary space of an estate agency. Featuring an eclectic mix of international artists and artworks, Transition explores the shifting landscapes of identity, place, and belonging.… Continue reading Transition Exhibition
Coming straight from the Edinburgh Fringe, Woodrow is ready to bring his absurd antics to Wanstead. Woodrow is finally getting a chance to pursue his dream… becoming an actor. He's… Continue reading Woodrow Auditions Live
Join the friendly debate between established craft breweries Pretty Decent & East London Brewery. Get to chat with the experts & taste a full spectrum of beers from cask ale… Continue reading Is Hipster Craft Beer Here To Stay?
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
Come and experience the new venue for the Indoor Kinema, the Wanstead Curtain. Romeo + Juliet While Verona Beach crackles to the drama of a family feud, two star-crossed lovers… Continue reading Indoor Kinema: Romeo + Juliet
Wanstead Theatre Co present Alan Bennett's universally acclaimed Talking Heads Three women in a café. Each has a story. What secrets will you overhear?Aspiring actress Leslie prides herself on her… Continue reading Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads
Wanstead United Reformed Church
Nightingale Lane, Wanstead
A room to listen, a room to discover, and another room to escape the noises of life. The Music Rooms is a series of concerts offering a fresh listening experience… Continue reading Recital: Five Rooms
Coming straight from the Edinburgh Fringe, Woodrow is ready to bring his absurd antics to Wanstead. Woodrow is finally getting a chance to pursue his dream… becoming an actor. He's… Continue reading Woodrow Auditions Live
Wanstead Theatre Co present Alan Bennett's universally acclaimed Talking Heads Three women in a café. Each has a story. What secrets will you overhear?Aspiring actress Leslie prides herself on her… Continue reading Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads
Commissioned by the Museum of London and launched in 2003, LINKED is a radio installation by Graeme Miller installed on lampposts across 3 miles of East London. It is an artistic response to the creation of the M11 Link Road in East London in the 1990s which involved the demolition of over 400 buildings, including Graeme’s own home, amid dramatic and passionate… Continue reading LINKED – an audio trail
MUST Wine Bar - host of the Wanstead Wine Festival Join MUST Wine to enjoy four stunning rosé wines from Spain, France, Uruguay and South Africa. Beautifully made with five… Continue reading MUST Wine Bar: Rosé Wine Tasting
Coming straight from the Edinburgh Fringe, Woodrow is ready to bring his absurd antics to Wanstead. Woodrow is finally getting a chance to pursue his dream… becoming an actor. He's… Continue reading Woodrow Auditions Live
Graeme Mathews (as seen on ITV’s Britain's Got Talent ) aka BAM BAM, returns to Wanstead Fringe with his ever popular family-friendly show. As one of the UK’s most successful… Continue reading Bam Bam’s Big Show
MUST Wine Bar
125 High Street, Wanstead, United Kingdom
MUST Wine Bar - host of the Wanstead Wine Festival Join MUST Wine to enjoy four stunning rosé wines from Spain, France, Uruguay and South Africa. Beautifully made with five… Continue reading MUST Wine Bar: Rosé Wine Tasting
Outdoor family cinema in the gardens of Christ Church, Wanstead - reliably Wanstead's favourite night out of the year. This year's presentation is Wonka, starring Timothée Chalamet, Olivia Coleman and Paterson… Continue reading Open Air Kinema: Wonka
Coming straight from the Edinburgh Fringe, Woodrow is ready to bring his absurd antics to Wanstead. Woodrow is finally getting a chance to pursue his dream… becoming an actor. He's… Continue reading Woodrow Auditions Live
Wanstead Theatre Co present Alan Bennett's universally acclaimed Talking Heads Three women in a café. Each has a story. What secrets will you overhear?Aspiring actress Leslie prides herself on her… Continue reading Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads
Christchurch Green
Woodbine Place, Wanstead, United Kingdom
The Annual Wanstead Festival will take place on Christchurch Green showcasing all things Wanstead. This popular event in leafy Wanstead regularly attracts thousands of people who come together to enjoy… Continue reading Wanstead Festival 2024
Wanstead Parish invite you to this unique service at 6pm on Sunday 15th September at Christ Church, Wanstead. Relax and enjoy a candlelit service and an evening of jazz provided… Continue reading Jazz Vespers
The famed Pre-Raphaelite painter, Dante Gabriel Rossetti, immortalised ordinary women as goddesses in art and called them 'Stunners'. In this entertaining one-woman drama written and performed by Elaine Britten, three… Continue reading Rossetti’s Stunners 15th Sept
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
Off the success of an initial run at the Golden Goose Theatre earlier this year, Far Between Theatre presents their imaginative production of Shakespeare's Richard II. Can a leader lead… Continue reading Richard II
The after-party for the Wanstead Festival. 50% off all drinks for hospitality industry workers & fringe volunteers from 7pm. Have your rockstar moment and sing along to your fave tracks… Continue reading Pass The Mic: Hospitality Industry Social
Back by popular demand! The tour of the 1789-built crypt under St Mary’s Parish Church have become a firm favourite of the Fringe. Please note, access is via STEEP steps… Continue reading St Mary’s Crypt Tours
The regular backgammon group which meets every Monday at the Duke will be hosting their annual tournament, The Peter Stevens Memorial Trophy, throughout the Fringe. Rounds will be held each… Continue reading Backgammon Tournament
The famed Pre-Raphaelite painter, Dante Gabriel Rossetti, immortalised ordinary women as goddesses in art and called them 'Stunners'. In this entertaining one-woman drama written and performed by Elaine Britten, three… Continue reading Rossetti’s Stunners
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
Off the success of an initial run at the Golden Goose Theatre earlier this year, Far Between Theatre presents their imaginative production of Shakespeare's Richard II. Can a leader lead… Continue reading Richard II
Back by popular demand! The tour of the 1789-built crypt under St Mary’s Parish Church have become a firm favourite of the Fringe. Please note, access is via STEEP steps… Continue reading St Mary’s Crypt Tours
The Duke hosts a special after school club with Creative Biscuit on Tuesday 17 September and Friday 20 September from 4-6pm for a fun-filled ceramic painting session. Choose from cups, plates, or bowls – one per painter – all for just £12. They will also have extra ceramics available for an added touch of creativity.… Continue reading Creative Biscuit After-School Kids Club
"It’s been a really, really bad day at work... Baggage Reclaim is a piece of new writing produced by Oida! Theatre which explores themes of identity, perception, and hierarchy. Stuck… Continue reading Baggage Reclaim
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
Off the success of an initial run at the Golden Goose Theatre earlier this year, Far Between Theatre presents their imaginative production of Shakespeare's Richard II. Can a leader lead… Continue reading Richard II
La Bakerie's pastry chef will show you the steps in making these delicious French treats so that you can make them at home. You will learn how to make the… Continue reading Macaron-Making Demonstration
NB. THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. Ticket-holders will be contacted by email. Unlock the secrets to stunning floral arrangements with renowned seasonal wedding florist Philipa Day. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to craft gorgeous, wildflower-style bouquets using locally grown flowers, all cultivated with sustainable methods. Whether you're a budding florist or simply looking to… Continue reading Flower Arranging with Philipa Day
"It’s been a really, really bad day at work... Baggage Reclaim is a piece of new writing produced by Oida! Theatre which explores themes of identity, perception, and hierarchy. Stuck… Continue reading Baggage Reclaim
Wanstead and Snaresbrook Cricket Club
Overton Drive, Wanstead
Join Wanstead photographer Geoff Wilkinson as he continues his journey through East London. Geoff has spent a lifetime travelling around the world on photography assignments. Growing up in Canning Town… Continue reading East London, the journey continues…
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
Off the success of an initial run at the Golden Goose Theatre earlier this year, Far Between Theatre presents their imaginative production of Shakespeare's Richard II. Can a leader lead… Continue reading Richard II
Back by popular demand! The tour of the 1789-built crypt under St Mary’s Parish Church have become a firm favourite of the Fringe. Please note, access is via STEEP steps… Continue reading St Mary’s Crypt Tours
Three Women, Three Stories. Follow the experiences of young Mary and Doreen as they prepare to give birth 150 miles away from home against the backdrop of World War Two.… Continue reading The London Mothers
Back by popular demand! The tour of the 1789-built crypt under St Mary’s Parish Church have become a firm favourite of the Fringe. Please note, access is via STEEP steps… Continue reading St Mary’s Crypt Tours
Wanstead United Reformed Church
Nightingale Lane, Wanstead
A room to listen, a room to discover, and another room to escape the noises of life. The Music Rooms is a series of concerts offering a fresh listening experience… Continue reading Lunchtime recital: Harp Trip
The Duke hosts a special after school club with Creative Biscuit on Tuesday 17 September and Friday 20 September from 4-6pm for a fun-filled ceramic painting session. Choose from cups, plates, or bowls – one per painter – all for just £12. They will also have extra ceramics available for an added touch of creativity.… Continue reading Creative Biscuit After-School Kids Club
Three Women, Three Stories. Follow the experiences of young Mary and Doreen as they prepare to give birth 150 miles away from home against the backdrop of World War Two.… Continue reading The London Mothers
Compassionate Funerals
3-5 Devon House, Hermon Hill, Wanstead, Wanstead
Unfortunately, this event has had to be cancelled. All tickets will be refunded. ---- Funny, wise and taboo busting; Outside The Box confronts the ‘Elephant in the room’ with grace and… Continue reading Outside The Box: A live show about death
Recital by Juilliard and Royal College of Music-trained pianist, Yuki Negishi, with interval (refreshments in the church hall). Programme: Beethoven Sonata in C sharp minor Op.27 No.2 “Moonlight” (15’) Chopin… Continue reading Yuki Negishi Piano Recital
For the discerning music lover! Dive into the best of Soul, Funk, Rare Groove, and Boogie at The Duke in Wanstead. Dance the night away with the biggest crowd in… Continue reading A Drop Of The Hard Stuff
Back by popular demand! The tour of the 1789-built crypt under St Mary’s Parish Church have become a firm favourite of the Fringe. Please note, access is via STEEP steps… Continue reading St Mary’s Crypt Tours
All around Wanstead
Wanstead, London, United Kingdom
The popular Wanstead Fringe Jumble trail is back! The original, biggest and best local trail returns on Saturday 21 September 11am - 3pm bringing Jumble Trail fans to Wanstead from all over East London.The Jumble Trail offers a brilliant opportunity to clear out your wardrobe and free up some space in the toy cupboard –… Continue reading Wanstead Fringe Jumble Trail 2024
Three Women, Three Stories. Follow the experiences of young Mary and Doreen as they prepare to give birth 150 miles away from home against the backdrop of World War Two.… Continue reading The London Mothers
Have you ever been lost in a moment of time? Bewildered and confounded by the complexity of the connections we make within our daily lives. New Memories being formed whilst… Continue reading Unknown Connections Magic Show
Have you ever been lost in a moment of time? Bewildered and confounded by the complexity of the connections we make within our daily lives. New Memories being formed whilst… Continue reading Unknown Connections Magic Show
All Rest is an original, immersive opera experience portraying a fictional dreamscape about the people dwelling in St Mary's historic graveyard on Overton Drive. Six characters and a chorus of… Continue reading All Rest (5pm)
All Rest is an original, immersive opera experience portraying a fictional dreamscape about the people dwelling in St Mary's historic graveyard on Overton Drive. Six characters and a chorus of… Continue reading All Rest (6.30pm)
Three Women, Three Stories. Follow the experiences of young Mary and Doreen as they prepare to give birth 150 miles away from home against the backdrop of World War Two.… Continue reading The London Mothers
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
The voices, stories and creativity of the global LGBTQ+ community, brought to The Wanstead Fringe 2024 by Broken Gods Productions teaming up with ReportOUT. Performed by members of the LGBTQ+… Continue reading Global Voices
Oxfam Wanstead
1, Clock House Parade, London E11 2AG, United Kingdom
A free talk by a local writer David Fulton on the disappearance of Yugoslavia, looking at the country's diversity (ethnic, linguistic, religious and cultural). After dealing lightly with these issues… Continue reading Whatever Happened to Yugoslavia?
The regular backgammon group which meets every Monday at the Duke will be hosting their annual tournament, The Peter Stevens Memorial Trophy, throughout the Fringe. Rounds will be held each… Continue reading Backgammon Tournament
The strange tale of the creation of the celestial firmament. A surrealistic fairy tale that combines a vulgar performance and a chamber-style play, in which twin brothers try to get… Continue reading Golden Sun & Silver Moon
Throwing On The Wheel - 3 Hours - Adults (and kids 11+) Wanstead Pottery is a calm and inviting space for you to explore the marvellous medium of clay. The Throwing classes feature a maximum of three students. You will be taught how to prepare your clay, how to centre it on the wheel, how… Continue reading Pottery Classes
The strange tale of the creation of the celestial firmament. A surrealistic fairy tale that combines a vulgar performance and a chamber-style play, in which twin brothers try to get… Continue reading Golden Sun & Silver Moon
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
Midsummer's Eve, Sweden. A night when the sun doesn't set. A night of drinking and dancing. A night to break the rules! When Miss Julie finds herself alone on her… Continue reading Miss Julie
The strange tale of the creation of the celestial firmament. A surrealistic fairy tale that combines a vulgar performance and a chamber-style play, in which twin brothers try to get… Continue reading Golden Sun & Silver Moon
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
Midsummer's Eve, Sweden. A night when the sun doesn't set. A night of drinking and dancing. A night to break the rules! When Miss Julie finds herself alone on her… Continue reading Miss Julie
Short Plays, Big Stories brings an exciting evening of original new writing to the Wanstead Fringe. From the provocative to the nostalgic to the experimental, this collection of fresh theatrical… Continue reading Short Plays, Big Stories
Compassionate Funerals
3-5 Devon House, Hermon Hill, Wanstead, Wanstead
Voicing Grief is an event bringing people together through poetry to normalise conversations around death and grief. Every day language often fails us in times of mourning, and poetry has… Continue reading Voicing Grief
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
Midsummer's Eve, Sweden. A night when the sun doesn't set. A night of drinking and dancing. A night to break the rules! When Miss Julie finds herself alone on her… Continue reading Miss Julie
Tequila enthusiast? Join us for a tequila discovery masterclass with Tiempo founder James, you will get to try an array of tequilas and learn all about agave spirits, the process… Continue reading Tequila Discovery
Short Plays, Big Stories brings an exciting evening of original new writing to the Wanstead Fringe. From the provocative to the nostalgic to the experimental, this collection of fresh theatrical… Continue reading Short Plays, Big Stories
Wanstead Library Churchill Room
Spratt Hall Road, Wanstead
Last year, Patrick Marlowe told three ghost stories to an audience of the living and the dead in St Mary's churchyard. This year, he's back, and his thoughts have turned… Continue reading Crime Stories with Patrick Marlowe
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
Midsummer's Eve, Sweden. A night when the sun doesn't set. A night of drinking and dancing. A night to break the rules! When Miss Julie finds herself alone on her… Continue reading Miss Julie
Family Hand-building Session - 3 Hours - Adults and kids 6+ The Hand-building classes are a fun and very accessible way to introduce yourself and children to clay and will feature a maximum of four students. These classes are perfect for adults and kids alike, and are suitable for children from the age of six.… Continue reading Pottery Classes
Short Plays, Big Stories brings an exciting evening of original new writing to the Wanstead Fringe. From the provocative to the nostalgic to the experimental, this collection of fresh theatrical… Continue reading Short Plays, Big Stories
Short Plays, Big Stories brings an exciting evening of original new writing to the Wanstead Fringe. From the provocative to the nostalgic to the experimental, this collection of fresh theatrical… Continue reading Short Plays, Big Stories
3 rooms of immersive art tutorials with our three in house artists. Each session lasts 1 hour, with 10-minute intervals between each session. Drink & Draw with Leia Darla, allows you… Continue reading Sketchy: Interactive Art & Alcohol
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
Midsummer's Eve, Sweden. A night when the sun doesn't set. A night of drinking and dancing. A night to break the rules! When Miss Julie finds herself alone on her… Continue reading Miss Julie
A golden hour of Natural Voices Choir with their banging set. Stretch summer out that little bit longer with their uplifting sound, promising to get everyone feeling happy. ------- Bring… Continue reading Natural Voices choir
Wanstead Beer Festival is a not-for-profit local community festival. The festival showcases a large range of local and regional ales, lagers and ciders. A gin bar complements our offering courtesy… Continue reading Wanstead Beer Festival 2024
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
Following our inaugural run at the Fringe, The Wanstead Curtain on Hermon Hill is back just in time for Halloween! Join us as we reanimate the Wanstead Kinema with a… Continue reading Kinema: Sleepy Hollow
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
Following our inaugural run at the Fringe, The Wanstead Curtain on Hermon Hill is back just in time for Halloween! Join us as we reanimate the Wanstead Kinema with a… Continue reading Kinema: Coco
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
Another chance to see Rossetti's Stunners, one of the original hits from this year's Wanstead Fringe The famed Pre-Raphaelite painter, Dante Gabriel Rossetti, immortalised ordinary women as goddesses in art… Continue reading Rossetti’s Stunners
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
East London Theatre Company's production of Miss Julie is returning to The Wanstead Curtain for just three performances over two days at the end of November. Seen by an audience… Continue reading Miss Julie
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
East London Theatre Company's production of Miss Julie is returning to The Wanstead Curtain for just three performances over two days at the end of November. Seen by an audience… Continue reading Miss Julie
The Wanstead Curtain
Wanstead Methodist Church, Hermon Hill, London E11 2AR
East London Theatre Company's production of Miss Julie is returning to The Wanstead Curtain for just three performances over two days at the end of November. Seen by an audience… Continue reading Miss Julie