9 Sept – 30 Sept 2023
Some pre-fringe live music, with a few acoustic live acts and speakers playing at the Bull in support of teachers' hardship. An entrance fee of £3 will go towards the… Continue reading Live music fundraiser: The Arthur Clark Collective and guests
An eve-of-Fringe special. One newspaper this year said that after 5pm, Wanstead becomes a ghost town. The Fringe will be disproving it all throughout September - but for one night… Continue reading Ghost Town Tales
Wanstead’s best-kept musical secret continues and kicks off this year’s Fringe with aplomb. This year it broadens its scope in terms of local geography and celebrates the plethora of musicians… Continue reading The Freak Flag Flying
Suitable for adults, kids (6+) and family groups. The hand-building taster sessions are a fun and very accessible introduction to clay. In this class you will have the opportunity to… Continue reading Pottery: Handbuilding Taster Session
Now in its ninth year, the infamous Duke Street Party will once again be opening the Fringe with a bang! The incredible House Jammerz headline the music stage, with support… Continue reading The Duke Street Party
Four outstanding MUST Wine tastings with four great wines every Saturday throughout the Fringe... it’s a MUST! Saturday September 9th 2pm: Rosé Wine Speed Tasting (from four different countries) Other… Continue reading MUST Wine Bar Wanstead Rosé Wine Speed Tasting
Andrew Weale, author of Newt in a Suit and Nora, visits Wanstead Library to tell his stories and delight the under-fives. Andrew was the winner of the Red House Children's… Continue reading Wanstead Book Festival presents: Andrew Weale
Outdoor family cinema in the gardens of Christ Church, Wanstead - reliably Wanstead's favourite night out of the year. This year's presentation is Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical, starring Emma… Continue reading Kinema 2023: Matilda the Musical
Suitable for adults and kids (11+) Taster sessions are the perfect way to introduce yourself to pottery. In this introductory class you will be guided through the basics of throwing… Continue reading Pottery: Throwing Taster Session
Comedy for Wanstead Fringe 2023 kicks off with a fantastic evening of stand-up headlined by Mock the Week regular GLENN MOORE. Recognised for his brilliant joke-writing ability, Glenn received superlative… Continue reading Wanstead Comedy Night feat Glenn Moore
Leading science journalists Miriam Frankel and Matt Warren bring us extraordinary stories and studies that open our eyes to the inner workings of the mind. Every one of our thoughts,… Continue reading Wanstead Book Festival presents: Miriam Frankel and Matt Warren
Wanstead Theatre are back with a sparky and engaging comedy set on that glorious morning 20 years ago when England won the Rugby World Cup for the first and only… Continue reading Breakfast with Jonny Wilkinson
This workshop will aim to muse all the different cultural and social selves we hold in ourselves (Gender, heritage, race, sexuality, neurodiversity, language, location etc ) presently, historically and ancestrally.… Continue reading How we see ourselves: the Transcultural Self
Local musicians Joe Walters and Lucy Crowe curate an evening of music exploring themes associated with the skylark, our local Wanstead Flats resident struggling to survive in modern times. Joe… Continue reading To a Skylark: Classical, folk and experimental music
Ever wondered what it’s like to cycle 4,500km uphill on forty quid and visit every winery on the way? Join me on an Argentinian wine-tasting adventure. Part comedy, part endurance,… Continue reading The Wheel Argentina – Wine Tasting, Travelogue, Comedy
Wanstead Theatre are back with a sparky and engaging comedy set on that glorious morning 20 years ago when England won the Rugby World Cup for the first and only… Continue reading Breakfast with Jonny Wilkinson
Outspoken journalist and commentator Ian Dunt knows something has gone terribly wrong with our society. It’s a feeling many of us have, but we struggle to articulate exactly why. Ian… Continue reading Wanstead Book Festival presents: Ian Dunt
CATAPULT IS BACK! Are you tired of hearing sopranos sing about forbidden love? Yawn. Have you grown weary of altos dying in act two, having been snubbed for said soprano?… Continue reading Catapult Cabaret: All Girl Band
Wanstead Theatre are back with a sparky and engaging comedy set on that glorious morning 20 years ago when England won the Rugby World Cup for the first and only… Continue reading Breakfast with Jonny Wilkinson
How well do you know the current Champions of Europe, West Ham United? Step up & show up your knowledge with our quiz host, Chris Scull, presenter of ‘Quickly Kevin’,… Continue reading West Ham – Champions of Europe – Football Quiz
Guided tour of the crypt - come and gaze into Wanstead's past, and hear about the people who lived here in Georgian times in the many mansions that existed then,… Continue reading Crypt Tours at St Mary’s Parish Church
...Two press photographers talk about their careers spanning 50 years of history. Award-winning photographers Geoff Wilkinson and Stefan Rousseau show their photographs that appear in newspapers and magazines around the… Continue reading From Schumacher to Sunak, from the King of Italy to the King of Great Britain…
Artists see things differently. Will Gompertz is familiar to audiences throughout the country from his years as the BBC’s Arts Editor. For years Will was a fixture on the Ten O’Clock News as he would introduce Turner or Booker Prize winners, or explain why a statue or painting had been sold for record prices. No… Continue reading Wanstead Book Festival presents: Will Gompertz
CATAPULT IS BACK! Are you tired of hearing sopranos sing about forbidden love? Yawn. Have you grown weary of altos dying in act two, having been snubbed for said soprano?… Continue reading Catapult Cabaret: All Girl Band
Guided tour of the crypt - come and gaze into Wanstead's past, and hear about the people who lived here in Georgian times in the many mansions that existed then,… Continue reading Crypt Tours at St Mary’s Parish Church
Jonathan Coe is one of Britain’s greatest living novelists whose books shine a light on how we as a society see ourselves. From his hit 1994 book What a Carve Up, through The Rotters Club, Number 11 and Middle England, he has found a moving, funny and true way to tell the story of Britain.… Continue reading Wanstead Book Festival presents: Jonathan Coe
CATAPULT IS BACK! Are you tired of hearing sopranos sing about forbidden love? Yawn. Have you grown weary of altos dying in act two, having been snubbed for said soprano?… Continue reading Catapult Cabaret: All Girl Band
Local legends invite friends and music heads for a night of Soul, Funk, Rare Groove, and Boogie! One for the fans of 70s and 80s music, always a busy night.
Suitable for adults, kids (6+) and family groups. The hand-building taster sessions are a fun and very accessible introduction to clay. In this class you will have the opportunity to… Continue reading Pottery: Handbuilding Taster Session
Guided tour of the crypt - come and gaze into Wanstead's past, and hear about the people who lived here in Georgian times in the many mansions that existed then,… Continue reading Crypt Tours at St Mary’s Parish Church
Enjoy the very best of regenerative meats, sourced by Ethical Butcher directly from Farms who champion biodiversity and soil health. Delicious fresh BBQ food, cooked outside in our garden area.… Continue reading The Duke “All Dayer BBQ” with Ethical Butcher
Four outstanding MUST Wine tastings with four great wines every Saturday throughout the Fringe... it’s a MUST! Other tastings will be:Saturday September 16th at 4pm: English Wine Speed Tasting (extra… Continue reading MUST Wine Bar Wanstead: English Wine Speed Tasting I
A free, relaxed, dementia-friendly concert to celebrate the flower festival at Christ Church. A selection of flower-themed favourites, followed by tea and cake. All welcome, including families and those benefiting… Continue reading Free relaxed Songhaven concert
Four outstanding MUST Wine tastings with four great wines every Saturday throughout the Fringe... it’s a MUST!Saturday September 16th at 4pm: English Wine Speed Tasting (extra tasting due to demand)… Continue reading MUST Wine Bar Wanstead: English Wine Speed Tasting II
St Gabriel's Church in Aldersbrook hosts a virtuoso guitar concert with Peter Black, featuring duets with Father Martyn. Be mesmerised by exquisite music from around the world from the Romantic… Continue reading A Journey into the World of Guitar – with Peter Black
Suitable for adults and kids (11+) Taster sessions are the perfect way to introduce yourself to pottery. In this introductory class you will be guided through the basics of throwing… Continue reading Pottery: Throwing Taster Session
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 2023
Wanstead Parish invite you to this unique service at 6pm on Sunday 17th September at Christ Church, Wanstead. Relax and enjoy a candlelit service and an evening of jazz provided… Continue reading Jazz Vespers
Wanstead Comedy Night is incredibly proud to welcome comedy legend MICK MILLER to Wanstead. With over 40 years of experience touring the UK and overseas, Mick Miller's adaptability, timeless humour… Continue reading Wanstead Comedy Night feat Mick Miller
The official after party for the Wanstead Festival, Adam is a guitarist and singer who plays a lovely set of covers, perfect for a sing along with your friends in… Continue reading The Dukebox presents Adam English – Hospitality special
One ‘invisible illness’, lots of puppets, a self-deprecating actor, far too many biscuits and a sprinkle of absurdity all can be found in the room upstairs. But can you handle… Continue reading The Room Upstairs
Wanstead Theatre are back with a sparky and engaging comedy set on that glorious morning 20 years ago when England won the Rugby World Cup for the first and only… Continue reading Breakfast with Jonny Wilkinson
“A little less Attenborough, more cybernetic furry Louis Theroux” Winner of the Baloney Award 2023 Emperor Spy Cam A10N3 has returned from his Antarctic investigation for the BBC. In his… Continue reading Robot Penguin
Guided tour of the crypt - come and gaze into Wanstead's past, and hear about the people who lived here in Georgian times in the many mansions that existed then,… Continue reading Crypt Tours at St Mary’s Parish Church
One ‘invisible illness’, lots of puppets, a self-deprecating actor, far too many biscuits and a sprinkle of absurdity all can be found in the room upstairs. But can you handle… Continue reading The Room Upstairs
Join Wanstead photographer Geoff Wilkinson as he discusses his pictures of a changing East London. He writes: I grew up in the East End, Canning Town and then Stratford but… Continue reading Photo talk: Where is East London going ?
Wanstead Theatre are back with a sparky and engaging comedy set on that glorious morning 20 years ago when England won the Rugby World Cup for the first and only… Continue reading Breakfast with Jonny Wilkinson
“A little less Attenborough, more cybernetic furry Louis Theroux” Winner of the Baloney Award 2023 Emperor Spy Cam A10N3 has returned from his Antarctic investigation for the BBC. In his… Continue reading Robot Penguin
One ‘invisible illness’, lots of puppets, a self-deprecating actor, far too many biscuits and a sprinkle of absurdity all can be found in the room upstairs. But can you handle… Continue reading The Room Upstairs
It’s time everyone knew the story of Charles Ignatius Sancho. In the mid-1700s, a boy born on a slave ship found his way to Georgian London and miraculously survived. The boy grew and went on to tread the boards of London’s theatres, become a composer, lead the fight to end slavery and become the very… Continue reading Wanstead Book Festival presents: Paterson Joseph
Paul Sinha - voted the UK's Best Club Comedian - takes a break from The Chase (ITV) to headline Wanstead Comedy Night. Fresh from Edinburgh, with a brand new set,… Continue reading Wanstead Comedy Night feat Paul Sinha
How well do you know your 90’s football? Once again, relive the golden days of football with our quiz host, Chris Scull, presenter of ‘Quickly Kevin’, author of ‘Can We… Continue reading 90s Football Quiz
“A little less Attenborough, more cybernetic furry Louis Theroux” Winner of the Baloney Award 2023 Emperor Spy Cam A10N3 has returned from his Antarctic investigation for the BBC. In his… Continue reading Robot Penguin
Natalie Lee is familiar to thousands of people through her Instagram presence as @StyleMeSunday. Her book, Feeling Myself, is about how warped society’s approach to sex has become and how… Continue reading Wanstead Book Festival presents: Natalie Lee
“A little less Attenborough, more cybernetic furry Louis Theroux” Winner of the Baloney Award 2023 Emperor Spy Cam A10N3 has returned from his Antarctic investigation for the BBC. In his… Continue reading Robot Penguin
Guided tour of the crypt - come and gaze into Wanstead's past, and hear about the people who lived here in Georgian times in the many mansions that existed then,… Continue reading Crypt Tours at St Mary’s Parish Church
One ‘invisible illness’, lots of puppets, a self-deprecating actor, far too many biscuits and a sprinkle of absurdity all can be found in the room upstairs. But can you handle… Continue reading The Room Upstairs
A night of curated cocktails and tequila tasting with our signature pure, Tiempo Tequila. Tiempo is a small batch premium Tequila made naturally in Jalisco, take some time to kick… Continue reading A night with Tiempo Tequila
Wanstead High School is hosting a bumper quiz, with a great host, well-stocked bar and complementary nibbles to keep brain power up! It's Wanstead High School's PTA's first time on… Continue reading Wanstead Quiz Night
“A little less Attenborough, more cybernetic furry Louis Theroux” Winner of the Baloney Award 2023 Emperor Spy Cam A10N3 has returned from his Antarctic investigation for the BBC. In his… Continue reading Robot Penguin
Guided tour of the crypt – come and gaze into Wanstead’s past, and hear about the people who lived here in Georgian times in the many mansions that existed then,… Continue reading Crypt Tours at St Mary’s Parish Church
The popular Wanstead Fringe Jumble trail is back! The original, biggest and best local trail returns on Saturday 23 September bringing Jumble Trail fans to Wanstead from all over… Continue reading Wanstead Fringe Jumble Trail
Three outstanding MUST Wine tastings with three great wines every Saturday throughout the Fringe... it’s a MUST! Saturday September 23rd at 2pm: Three Cheeses and Three Wines Tasting (English, French,… Continue reading MUST Wine Bar Wanstead: Three Cheeses and Three Wines Tasting
West End singer Nigel Richards and the hugely talented Jane Wilkinson join the line up in this Broadway spectacular. Expect the usual stunning sounds from the 28-piece band as they… Continue reading Showtime – with Redbridge Brass plus guests
Join Lydia Gerrard for a selection of musical theatre, and classical favourites from Les Misérables and The Phantom of The Opera, to Wicked and Puccini. Lydia has just returned from… Continue reading Theatre classics and more, with Lydia Gerrard
Returning from a recent tour of New Zealand, the brilliant Sajeela Kershi headlines the final comedy night of Wanstead Fringe 2023. "The woman is a treasure, magnetic, loveable and extremely… Continue reading Wanstead Comedy Night feat. Sajeela Kershi
NB. Please note change in venue. Eddie and Victor will discuss their experiences on their respective career journeys, current affairs and local issues before taking questions from the audience. It… Continue reading In conversation: Eddie Nestor MBE and Lord Victor Adebowale
Wanstead Theatre are back with a sparky and engaging comedy set on that glorious morning 20 years ago when England won the Rugby World Cup for the first and only… Continue reading Breakfast with Jonny Wilkinson
Forensic psychiatrist Sohom Das has spent 15 years trying to understand, treat and rehabilitate dangerous people. His work takes him to high-security prisons and securely locked hospital wards across the country, as well as to courtrooms where he gives evidence as an expert witness. 'The vast majority of psychiatric patients are not violent,' he says.… Continue reading Wanstead Book Festival presents Sohom Das
Wanstead Theatre are back with a sparky and engaging comedy set on that glorious morning 20 years ago when England won the Rugby World Cup for the first and only… Continue reading Breakfast with Jonny Wilkinson
Back for its third year, the Fringe's Evening of Spoken Word has become a 'must do' on the schedule. City Place Coffee, at the heart of the High Street, transforms… Continue reading An Evening of Spoken Word
You may have seen Russell Boyce’s pictures of Wanstead High Street business owners last year. You might have seen his post Covid exhibition ‘Overheard in Lockdown’ in Wanstead Park this… Continue reading Documentary Photography – Why Bother? Who Cares?
Guided tour of the crypt – come and gaze into Wanstead’s past, and hear about the people who lived here in Georgian times in the many mansions that existed then,… Continue reading Crypt Tours at St Mary’s Parish Church
Ladybird Books are instantly recognisable. As well as helping generations of children to learn to read, they represented a vision of how people perceived their lives as things were changing around them. Helen Day is the unofficial - but unchallenged - historian of the role the books played in our lives. She will be celebrating… Continue reading Wanstead Book Festival presents: Helen Day – Visions of our future
Guided tour of the crypt – come and gaze into Wanstead’s past, and hear about the people who lived here in Georgian times in the many mansions that existed then,… Continue reading Crypt Tours at St Mary’s Parish Church
Until 1965, Wanstead was truly a part of Essex, and even now there are tell-tale signs all around us of a time before it became part of a London borough. In the 1980s, though, Essex became the stuff of tabloid headlines, supposed stereotypes and populist politics. Author Tim Burrows, in his book The Invention of… Continue reading Wanstead Book Festival presents: Tim Burrows
Join award-winning composer - and Wanstead resident - Simone Spagnolo for a unique blend of chamber music and mystery drama soundtracks. This concert will present Low Strings Drama, a musical drama for… Continue reading Concert: Simone Spagnolo’s Low Strings Drama
The Fringe is delighted to host the next chapter for the Just Checking In podcast as it host its very first live show. Hosted by founder Freddie Cocker, below, the… Continue reading The Just Checking In podcast – Live!
Suitable for adults and kids (11+) Taster sessions are the perfect way to introduce yourself to pottery. In this introductory class you will be guided through the basics of throwing… Continue reading Pottery: Throwing Taster Session
Guided tour of the crypt – come and gaze into Wanstead’s past, and hear about the people who lived here in Georgian times in the many mansions that existed then,… Continue reading Crypt Tours at St Mary’s Parish Church