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Contents Features Wanstead Park ............................. 12-13 Dating games ......................................18 Art lovers ......................................... 24-25 The next chapter................................30 Men’s problems ..................................38 Greenhouses ........................................50
Puzzles & Competitions Sudoku .....................................................28 Lateral thinking ...................................43 Crossword ..............................................54 Mind benders.......................................58
Every Month Local news ...........................................6-7
Welcome... “Attractive, kind to animals and full of life experience, seeks love and attention for ongoing mutual pleasure – must enjoy walking and being outdoors�” Perhaps not the most appealing message if found amongst the lonely hearts adverts, but a pretty accurate plea on behalf of Wanstead Park this Valentine’s. Having found itself on the English Heritage At Risk Register in 2009, the park and its features have been in need of improvements for some time. The City of London have initiated the process with the appointment of a specialist environmental planning consultant, who will be producing a statement on the site’s heritage significance. Turn to pages 12-13 to see the results of the clearing work which has already begun and to find out how you can get involved with the public consultation events taking place this month. Improvements have also been made to Wanstead Library, which now boasts self-service technology and longer opening hours (see page 30). Continuing this theme, the High Street is set to see improvements as well, following an award of £300,000 to Redbridge Council to develop the area. Plans for this money are still to be decided and if you are keen to put forward your own suggestions on how it should be spent, then residents are encouraged to attend the next meeting of the Council’s Area One Committee (see page 6). If it’s your own love life that needs improving this Valentine’s Day, then perhaps you will find the tips you need on page 18. If it’s your gift giving skills to a special someone that could do with improving, then perhaps you will also find the inspiration you need for a romantic gesture – from flowers and jewellery to pieces of art – within these pages.
Wanstead map ............................ 44-45 Community events................... 56-57 Community groups .................. 60-61 Useful numbers ..................................61 Index of advertisers ..........................62
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Suggestions invited for High Street improvements Redbridge Council has been awarded £300,000 by Transport for London in order to introduce improvements to Wanstead High Street. Early considerations include, amongst other ideas, the introduction of an advisory cycle lane in the northbound direction. Suggestions regarding potential improvements can be made at the next meeting of the Council’s Area One Committee at Wanstead Church School on Monday
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would like to see the pavement by the park paved, some more trees and less street clutter. Some shops now need
to step up and match the heritage style of our High Street” said Eileen Flinter, Vice Chair of the Wanstead Society.
Park consultation
Impressive results
Cycling, improved waterways and better public hygiene were among the demands made at a public meeting with Wanstead Park consultant Peter Wilkinson last month. The event allowed the public to put forward their views as to what should happen to improve the park.
National league tables last month showed that Redbridge pupils have produced the third highest set of GCSE results in the country with 69.3% of students achieving five A* to C grades (including English and maths).
Speaking about the consultation, Paul Donovan of Wanstead Park Communities Project said: “This process offers a once in a lifetime chance to really improve and preserve this fantastic natural gift we have in Wanstead Park.”
This is a 4.8% increase on last year’s results and continues a year on year improvement for the past four years. A Level students also scored their highest ever average point score per student of 730.2, ranking Redbridge in the top third of all local authorities.
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Boris Johnson joins mass tree planting to create woodland
For almost four years Telford Homes has been seeking permission to develop the site of the former Chepstow House – pictured above before demolition – in Leicester Road, Wanstead. Strong opposition was met from the local community, however, and the first three
The Mayor of London Boris Johnson joined international tree planting charity Trees for Cities last month at the creation of a new woodland at Roding Valley Park.
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Chepstow House: developers and community agreement
planning applications were rejected. The Counties Residents’ Association and the Wanstead Society joined forces to meet with Telford which resulted in the submission of a fourth plan, which had approval from both groups and ultimately from the Council.
Ten different native species of bare root whips, which are currently about 60cm
high, were planted at two locations off Onslow Gardens and Chigwell Road. Trees for Cities’ Chief Executive, Sharon Johnson, said: “The creation of this new 10,000-tree urban woodland, in just one week, is Trees for Cities’ largest project to date and sees 2011 off to a flying start.”
Wanstead Park cycling ban could be lifted
The City of London Corporation, which owns Wanstead Park, is considering lifting the cycling ban which has been in force their since 1950. The proposal is to allow cyclists to use the path between Northumberland Avenue and Warren Road and there are plans to consult
residents and local groups – a number of which are opposed to the idea – before running a trial scheme. Paul Thomson, Superintendent of Epping Forest and Wanstead Park, said: “The bylaws for the park which prohibit cycling allow the City to designate cycle routes.“
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Uncovering marqyuisb goplqaw qsi Pbagsl arknbytrew Wfdrqew anstead With Wanstead Park on the English Heritage At Risk Register and with many of the park’s key features overgrown by shrubs and bushes, Laura Lawson, Projects Officer for the City of London, explains the plans being developed to restore and revitalise the park
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anstead Park was originally designed as part of the grand estate attached to Wanstead House, home of the Tylney family. The landscaping included a system of lakes, constructed around the house, and extensive tree planting. The house was completed in 1720 as a magnificent mansion, said to rival Hampton Court. Unfortunately, to clear bankruptcy debts, the contents were auctioned off in 1822 and the house itself was sold in 1823 for demolition. The purchaser was obliged to clear everything, down to the foundations. The site now lies under Wanstead Golf Club, adjacent to the public park. In 1881, the City of London purchased part of the lands of Wanstead Park and opened them to the public in 1882. Wanstead Park is a Grade II* landscape on the English Heritage Register of Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest. In 2009, the park was added to the English Heritage At Risk Register due to concerns that the landscape was in a poor condition and at risk of further decline. It is
The Wanstead Park Grotto after it was cleared last month
understood that one of English Heritage’s main concerns lies in the segregation of the park, as the ownership is divided between the City of London (the main public park and outer park areas, such as Bushwood and the west of Wanstead Flats), Wanstead Sports Ground Ltd (the golf course, tennis courts and cricket club) and the Church. This has resulted in very different styles of management of the listed park, appropriate to each owner’s requirements but lacking in integration and sympathy to the original layout. The public park has been neglected over the years and structures such as the Grade II Listed Grotto are themselves at risk. In addition to this, there is a lack of specific site management and poor quality infrastructure which, if you are able to access the park, detracts from the overall visitor experience to this amazing, large park in east London. The City of London are taking the park’s at risk status very seriously and have taken the lead in developing a plan to rectify the problems. Through competitive appointment, Chris Blandford Associates were tasked, in November last year, with producing a Conservation Statement for the park
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by the end of March. A Conservation Statement is a high level statement of the site’s heritage significance. It is hoped that, on completion of the statement, a funding bid can be put together to gain financial support to complete the next stage, a Conservation Management Plan.
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The Conservation Statement will have a particular focus on the landscape history, ecology, associated buildings and hydrology of the park along with what can be done to integrate the sports facilities. It will consider connectivity and links to the wider Green Infrastructure Network helping to encourage access and passage for humans and wildlife alike.
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Some initial work was completed in the first week of January to clear the Grotto, carefully removing ivy and bramble by hand and allowing experts to get close to the structure to see just what state the ruin is in. Involvement days were organised to meet the clearance deadline. Larger, more established trees were taken out by qualified Epping Forest arborists but the majority of the hard work came from volunteers, including Epping Forest office staff, local community group members and members of the public. It was a cold, wet couple of days but everyone who participated in the clearance work left smiling.
The Project Team also attended an evening meeting organised by the Wanstead Parklands Community Project last month. This gave the group and members of the public the opportunity to raise issues early and give their input. The draft statement will be consulted on formally this month. This public consultation will include an exhibition at the Temple, feedback forms, guided walks, and a ‘drop-in’ event during the second week. Wanstead Park has a fascinating history and the remaining landscape features within it help to tell its story. However, many of the key aspects are shrouded by the overgrown shrubs and bushes. Through working with landowners, local authorities and local residents, we hope to encourage more people to visit and enjoy the park.
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The timetable is very tight, but allows the City of London to hit the necessary funding application deadlines. This is a very strong reason to complete the Conservation Statement stage by the end of March. An initial household survey of local residents has been completed, with around 2,500 leaflets distributed by local volunteers. Feedback has also been received from the children and teachers of Wanstead High School.
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Dating Games No-one to be your Valentine? How do you find a special someone when you’re in your thirties, forties or beyond? Follow Jodie Parry’s tips and next year you’ll be the one who’s all loved up
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t may not seem like it at the time, but dating is definitely easier when you’re young. Hanging out in college coffee bars, nightclubs or the local roller rink means lots of time to chat with prospective dates and size up which one you fancy, while discussing his or her merits with your mates. Fast forward a few years and it all becomes a bit more complicated. You can hang out by the water cooler at work of course, but it isn’t half as much fun as the roller rink and, let’s be honest, tends to attract the sad, the mad and those looking for an extra-marital liaison. So what is a guy or gal to do? Well there’s internet dating of course, but this can be a bit of a minefield. A female friend of mine commented that it’s a bit like buying your groceries online, in that there’s always a chance you might not get exactly what’s advertised and “there’s nothing like actually being able to squeeze the fruit yourself!” She’d recently been speed dating as well and really enjoyed it. “It was actually good fun”, she insisted, when she saw doubt written large on my face. “Everyone knew why we were there. We were all single; between 28 and 45 and looking for a bit of romance with someone compatible.” Did she find anyone? “Well I’ve been on a couple of dates with guys I met there. It’s early days, but one of them is really nice and we’re going out again very soon.’” All very promising then, but what if you can’t face the prospect of a full on, no-frills meet-a-thon. Are there any other ways you might meet Mr or Mrs Right? There are lots of singles clubs around. I’d always thought singles clubs were for sad, lonely souls, but not a bit of it. There are many clubs now dedicated to providing an interesting social life for those without partners. They often organise trips, talks and events for members who may or may
not be looking for love, so they are great places to find new friends of both sexes and increase your confidence in a less pressured environment than a speed dating venue. Confidence is a key issue when looking to meet that ideal someone. No-one is attracted to someone needy. Foreign language classes are a great way to learn a new confidence-boosting skill, meet new people and you’re guaranteed to have something to talk about. If you feel as though your image could do with a boost, book a make-over at a local hair and beauty salon. Personal shoppers are not as expensive as you might think and can help give a fresh perspective on your style. Just remember, whether you’re young or not quite so young, dating should be about having fun.
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Art Lovers... Artists will add romance to Wanstead this month with new displays in The George. Here, former Leyton Orient photographer Tim Reder focuses on Italian passions and Caroline Barkus shares the touching tale behind her shot of a pair of loving doves. Reports by Donna Mizzi
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Graffiti love messages outside Juliet’s house in Verona
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ove is the theme for new artwork being displayed this month at the Upstairs Gallery in The George. As the work by Art Group Wanstead shows, the title can be applied to the love of partners, of family, of pets, to the love of pursuits, places or passion for a favourite sport or interest.
Public displays of love and devotion are probably a more common sight at football games than anywhere else on earth. And trust the spectators and the players in Italy to take the passion for the beautiful game to incredible heights, as captured by local photographer Tim Reder, one of the newest members of Art Group Wanstead.
And, of course there’s the love of “Food (and Drink)”, which the artists are also featuring. After all, the occasion is most frequently celebrated with a special candle-lit meal and celebratory glasses of wine. It’s hoped that between gazing into each others’ eyes, lovers dining at The George – opposite Wanstead Tube station – on 14 February will also enjoy the art on the walls.
Tim was Leyton Orient’s official photographer for 11 years from 1990, covering all their home games and some away. Exhibitions have also shown his photographs of Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United. After covering Orient, Tim left east London for the lure of Italy and the incredible sights the game
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February 2011 offered, on and off the pitch. “The Italians love spectacle,” says Tim, pointing to his photographs of big-game coreografia such as enveloping the stands with coloured smoke, which would have many English spectators dialling 999. Groups of supporters plan their displays weeks ahead, sometimes with a wall of coloured flares or fireworks to herald the stars entering the pitches, and at other times by unfurling giant banners or with cards held up by fans to form a club emblem.
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Green flare on the Curva Andrea Costa at Bologna
About 120 incredible photographs that revolve around the game have been published in his book, ‘Calcissimo, the spectacle of Italian Football’.
©Tim Reder – www.tprphotography.com
Verona – the home of Romeo’s Juliet – offered another Italian romantic diversion for Tim, where he trained his lens on the layers of graffiti love messages on the walls below her balcony. In contrast to these literal statements of passion are the two lovey-dovey birds caught on camera by local photographer Caroline Barkus, after she waited about four hours for the right shot. “They showed genuine affection for each other... then they actually kissed. I couldn’t believe my luck,” says Caroline, from Aldersbrook. There’s a particularly heart-warming tale about this affectionate pair. Just over a month before the photograph was taken, the female dove was snatched up by a hawk at its home in Rufford Abbey Country Park visitor centre in Nottinghamshire. Visitor services manager Linda Hardy says: “Somehow the dove managed to get free and fluttered into the open door of the shop, covered in blood.”
Couples searching for tokens of love for their partners should head to The George on Saturday 12 February between 10am and 4.30pm, when Art Group Wanstead is holding an art and artisan craft fair upstairs. For more information about Art Group Wanstead and future exhibitions, email Donna Mizzi on donnamizzi@btinternet.com or visit the group’s new forum: www.artgroupwanstead.proboards.com
Doves are widely seen as symbols of love
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The staff thought it was dying, but a customer said he’d try taking it home to see if it could be saved. The customer, it later emerged, kept pigeons, so he gave the dove the best of care. Little more than a month later it was brought back to the park to be reunited with its mate. Since then, the bird has had two broods of chicks.
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Wanstead Library: the next chapter Wanstead Library reopened at the end of January, following six weeks of closure for the installation of new equipment. Steve Roberts, from Axiell – the company behind the new systems – explains the benefits
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physical and digital items more accessible. Mobile phone applications, for example – which use the latest developments in technology, combined with quality standards of library services – will enable a great interactive experience. As library usage moves from traditional face-toface activity to new forms of interaction, libraries can build on these new uses through the fostering and creation of new customer interfaces, discussion groups and online activities.
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Trader SpoTlighT... Ian, Julie and Daniel have been running Norton Field Farm – which is a Free Range Egg farm – since 1999, when the first birds were housed. The first year was a difficult learning curve but now, as they wait for their tenth flock of birds to be delivered, the shed is easier to run, but still involves hard work. “Our hens have a really happy working life” says Ian. “They live in a large barn with clean and dry nest boxes, their own space and access to food and water all day. During daylight hours the birds are free to roam outside in the fields, where they can scratch about, relax and explore their surroundings. We use a special high-protein diet, because whereas caged birds get little or no exercise, our birds are outside roaming all day and use up much more energy, which needs to be reflected in their diet.” You could say that an egg is an egg, but with free range there is a real difference in quality and taste, and of course the eggs are ethically produced. The eggs that the birds lay are mainly sent to a packer, but a significant amount are sold at the Farmers’
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Wanstead High Street Farmers’ Markets, 10am to 3pm 6 February, 6 March, 3 April, 1 May, 5 June, 3 July, 7 August, 4 September, 2 October, 6 November, 4 December
NORTON FIELD FARM egg for breakfast. “We would also like to hatch some of these” says Ian. Geese will be available to order all year round. “We are hoping to set down chicks again this year for free range meat, which is a much tastier meat and we have the added bonus of knowing what our chickens have been feed.” “This is a slower growing strain of bird. We used to grow these chickens up to 1,000 per week and serve butchers around East Anglia and even into Selfridges in London. Commitments to other ventures and the running of the Farmers’ Markets contributed to us stopping.” “When we re-launch this product we will be doing this on a much smaller scale than before” explains Ian. These birds, and portioned chicken, will be available along with a range of free range chicken sausages on the Norton Field Farm stall at the Farmers’ Markets some time this year, so keep an eye out.
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Men’s problems Too many men are dying prematurely with just 66% reaching the age of 75. Sue Blain explores some of the problems and possible solutions
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SPINE-TINGLING SINGING WITH VALENTINE SINGERS When Nikki Oram moved to Wanstead last year she had no idea it meant she would soon be singing at the Festival Hall. ‘I have always been an enthusiastic singer so when Tim and I arrived in the UK from Australia I was keen to join a local choir. In my first six months with Valentine Singers I not only sang in three excellent local concerts but was able to take part in two performances at the Royal Festival Hall. That was an incredible experience for me.’ The singers joined a 500 strong mass choir at the South Bank to sing the superb, spinetingling 5th movement of Mahler’s great Resurrection Symphony. ‘Although I knew Valentine Singers had a good reputation, I was impressed to discover they were performing in such a prestigious venue. We were also invited to sing in the foyer of the Festival Hall on a Sunday afternoon. That was great fun.’ In April Nikki travelled to Northern France with the choir. ‘Valentine Singers performed three different concerts in churches in and around Amiens. The landscape was stunning and it was such a pleasure to enjoy a few days of sightseeing and singing!’ Valentine Singers rehearse once a week at Gants Hill and new members are always welcome. Full details can be found on their web site at www.valentinesingers.org.
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he ability to shut the door on nasty weather makes pootling about and checking how things are coming on a much more pleasant experience. If your greenhouse has a power point you can have heat and light at your fingertips too, allowing you more time to potter. Don’t think it has to be huge and unsightly. There are so many styles available now, from the traditional cedar-framed variety to pretty bijou Victorian constructions. You could even go a bit sci-fi with a geodesic dome.
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As well as providing the perfect environment to start off early seedlings, a greenhouse means you can extend your growing season for fruit and vegetables. Don’t just limit yourself to tomatoes. If you choose your varieties carefully you can try strawberries, peppers, aubergines, peaches, nectarines and grapes. Choosing the right site is important. Make sure that the ground is level. Your greenhouse should receive the maximum amount of winter sunlight available. Be sure to consider any shadows cast by existing buildings and trees, including those trees which are not fully grown. The most important time for sun to reach a greenhouse is during the spring and autumn when the sun is low in the sky. Greenhouses are all about temperature. Obviously they are a place of warmth, but they shouldn’t be too warm. It’s easy to cook your plants, even in a British summer. Place a thermometer in the shade near the middle of your greenhouse and monitor the temperature at different times during sunny and cloudy weather. Most plants thrive best around 15-21˚C. If the temperature regularly reaches 26˚C or higher, you will need to ventilate. The simplest and cheapest way to ventilate is to open the door and roof vents in the morning and close them in the evening, but ventilation systems can be fitted which are automatically triggered as the temperature rises.
Greenhouses do require some maintenance. If you already own one, then February is a good time to give it a clean. Disinfect the entire greenhouse with a brush and a mixture of diluted bleach, keeping it away from the plants. Open up any vents to let the fumes out. Scrub down all the walls and floor, then rinse with clean water. Throughout the growing season spray the walls and corners with a hose set on the jet nozzle. This helps keep spider mites and whiteflies to a minimum. A greenhouse can be a wonderful addition to a garden. Well designed, well stocked and well arranged it can be a thing of beauty too.
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Quiz night at St. Gabriel’s Church Hall Date: Saturday 19 February Time: 7.45pm Venue: St. Gabriel’s Church Hall, Aldersbrook Cost: £5 per person Enquiries: 020 8989 7815
Past & Present Antiques & Crafts Fair Wanstead farmers’ Market Date: Sunday 6 February Time: 10am to 3pm Venue: Wanstead High Street Enquiries: www.essexfarmersmarkets.co.uk
Wanstead & Woodford Centenary film club A screening of The Father Of My Children. Date: Monday 7 February Time: 12 noon Venue: Odeon Cinema, South Woodford Cost: The cinema’s usual charges will apply Enquiries: wea.filmclub@gmail.com
Ian Griffin Concert at Wanstead Library An East London & Essex Organ Society event. Date: Wednesday 9 February Time: 7.50pm to 10.15pm Venue: Wanstead Library Cost: Members: £4, guests: £6, under 16’s: £1 Enquiries: 020 8530 3717
art & ARTISAN craft fair AT THE GEORGE Organised by Art Group Wanstead featuring art, handmade crafts and books. Date: Saturday 12 February Time: 10am to 4.30pm Venue: Upstairs Gallery, The George, Wanstead Cost: Free Enquiries: donnamizzi@btinternet.com
Collectables, antiques, vintage jewellery, clothes, perfumes, candles, greetings cards, curios, home made preserves, plants and lots more. Date: Saturday 19 February Time: 10am to 4pm Venue: Christchurch Hall, Wanstead Place Cost: £1 Enquiries: events2visit@gmail.com
The Meljon Singers: “The Food of Love” A concert featuring a selection of musical settings of text by Shakespeare. Date: Saturday 19 February Time: 7.30pm Venue: Barnardo’s Church, Barkingside, IG6 1QG Cost: Adults: £12, concessions: £10, under 18’s: free Enquiries: 020 8550 7481
Wanstead park consultation weekend A weekend of events including guided walks, conservation tasks and educational sessions. Date: Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 February Time: 10am to 4pm Venue: The Temple, Wanstead Park Enquiries: 020 8532 1010
wanstead park consultation exhibition Date: Wednesday 23 February Time: 3pm to 9pm Venue: Wanstead Golf Club Enquiries: 020 8532 1010
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FAIRYTALES WITH ZOEY AT ALDERSBROOK LIBRARY Zoey of Curious Dreams Drama Productions leads a story and puppet making activity. Date: Friday 25 February Time: 10.30am Venue: Aldersbrook Library, 2a Park Road E12 5HQ Cost: £1 Enquiries: 020 8496 0006
Cameo Opera: Light opera and show tunes Organised by Supporters of Aldersbrook Uniformed Groups Association, raising funds for local Brownies, Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Guides & Rangers. Advanced booking only. Date: Saturday 26 February Time: 7.15pm to 11pm Venue: Brading Crescent Hall, Aldersbrook Cost: £15 Enquiries: 020 8989 1959 ONGOING
The East India company and wanstead
An exhibition exploring the historic links between India, the UK and Redbridge. The East India Company was founded in 1600 and Wanstead was home to many of the company’s employees. Date: Until Saturday 26 February Time: Wed to Fri: 11am to 5pm, Sat: 10am to 4pm Venue: Redbridge Museum, Central Library, Ilford Cost: Free Enquiries: 020 8708 2317
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Try an easy, flat walk at a gentle pace. Organised as part of the Redbridge Healthy Lifestyles Programme. No booking required. Date: Every Saturday Time: 10.30am Venue: Meet at Wanstead Place Surgery Cost: Free Enquiries: 0208 708 0952 ONGOING
Big Draw Exhibition: Ancient Oaks
The Ancient Oaks of Epping Forest are an inspiration for artists and conservationists alike. Enjoy the artwork created by local people in Epping Forest’s Big Draw 2010. Date: Until Sunday 27 March Time: 12pm to 5pm (weekends only) Venue: The Temple, Wanstead Park Cost: Free Enquiries: 020 8508 0028 ONGOING
Wanstead Park consultation & surgery
A two week public consultation period on the draft Conservation Statement for the improvement of Wanstead Park, including an exhibition and Project Team surgeries. Following the consultation period a funding bid will be put forward to gain financial support to complete a Conservation Management Plan for the park. Date: Monday 14 to 28 February (the exhibition is daily and the surgeries are Monday to Friday only) Time: Exhibition: 10am to 5pm (to 2pm on 23 February), surgeries: 12 noon to 2pm Venue: The Temple, Wanstead Park Enquiries: 020 8532 1010
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Wanstead United Reformed Church Nightingale Lane, E11 2HD
Sunday Worship Sunday morning at 10.30am
Sunday School, except on 2nd Sunday of the month when we have all-age worship. 1st Sunday of the month with Holy Communion.
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08.00: Holy Communion 09.30: Family Eucharist with Nursery Church, Sunday School and Young People Groups 18.30: Evensong (Except last Sunday of the month)
St Mary’s, Overton Drive
11.00: Family Eucharist with Sunday School 18.30: Evensong (Last Sunday of the month) For more information or to find out about baptisms or marriage contact the Revd Liz Horwell on 020 8257 9204 or visit our website: www.parishofwanstead.org
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For more information please contact Hayley Bridge on 020 8506 3637 or hayleybridge@havenhouse.org.uk www.havenhouse.org.uk
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Community Groups Snaresbrook & Wanstead Rotary Club
Every Thursday, 1pm at the County Hotel, Oak Hill, Woodford Green. Ladies & gentlemen are welcome. For more information, call 020 8989 2701
EAST LONDON & ESSEX ORGAN SOCIETY
Live concerts held every second Wednesday of the month from 7.50pm to 10.15pm in the Churchill Room at Wanstead Library. £6 for guests, £4 for members or £1 for under 16’s. Call 020 8530 3717
WANSTEAD & WOODFORD CINE & VIDEO CLUB
First, third and fifth Friday of the month, 8pm at St. Pauls Church Hall, Chigwell Road, Woodford Bridge. Call Martin Page on 020 8504 9430 or visit www.wansteadcinevideo.org.uk
STRIDES BADMINTON CLUB
Every Sunday, 3.30pm at Wanstead Leisure Centre, Redbridge Lane West. New members welcome. Over 18’s only. Call Mark on 020 8598 8435
Cocaine Addicts Anonymous
Every Saturday, 5.30pm to 7pm at Wanstead Baptist Church, Wellington Rd. Call 0800 6785973
Wanstead go club
Learn to play the oriental board game ‘Go’. Thursday evenings 7.15pm to 10:30pm at Wanstead House. £2.50 per visit (first three visits are free). For more information call Alistair Wall on 020 8556 4232
Leyton & Wanstead Flower Club
Monthly flower arranging demonstrations on the first Tuesday of every month, 7.45pm at Wanstead Quaker Meeting House, Bush Road. Cost: £4. Call 020 8524 6526
Westdene Table Tennis Club
Every Thursday evening from 8pm at Holy Trinity Church Hall, Hermon Hill (minimum age: 14). Call 020 8505 0061 or visit www.westdenettc.co.uk
Family History classes
Free classes on family history suitable for beginners or advanced. Held second, third and fourth Tuesdays of every month, 10.30am to 12.30pm at Wanstead Baptist Church, Wellington Road. Call 0208 518 8022
Wanstead HOUSE
Activities for all ages. Call 020 8989 3693 or visit www.wansteadhouse.co.uk
WANSTEAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Every third Thursday of the month from September to May, 8pm at Wanstead Library, Spratt Hall Road, Wanstead. Cost: £3. Call 07949 026212
The East of London Family History Society
Fourth Wednesday of every month, 7pm for a 7.30pm start at Wanstead Library. There is a bookstall, help corner and refreshments. Free entry. Call 020 8530 4514 or visit www.eolfhs.org.uk
Snaresbrook Friendship
Every first Monday of the month. New members welcome. Call 020 8925 4928 or 01708 743326
LEYTONSTONE, WANSTEAD & DISTRICT PHILATELIC SOCIETY
Second Saturday afternoon and fourth Monday evening most months at Wanstead House. For those interested in stamps or postal history. For more information call 020 8989 2885
The Wren Conservation Group
Wildlife society organising practical work, walks and recording wildlife locally. Call 020 8989 3243 or visit www.wrengroup.org.uk
Wanstead Parklands Community Project
Campaigning for the preservation and improvement of Wanstead Park. To become a member of the associated ‘Friends of Wanstead Parklands’ group visit www.wansteadpark.org.uk
College Amateur Operatic Society (CAOS)
Musical society based at Waltham Forest College. Rehearsals take place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7.30pm to 10pm. If you enjoy singing and/or dancing, call 020 8539 9474 or for more information, visit www.collegeoperatic.co.uk
Woodford and District floral Arrangement Group
A guest floral demonstrator, raffle and refreshments every third Monday of the month, 7.30pm at Wanstead Library. Cost: £4. Call 020 8530 2427
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February 2011 Wanstead Central Bowls Club
Roll-ups from 2pm daily at Wanstead Central Bowls Club, Nutter Lane, Wanstead. Contact Len Welton on 020 8530 4547 for details.
Chapel End Savoy Players
Operatic and dramatic group specialising in the works of Gilbert and Sullivan – especially the Savoy Operas. New members welcome (all voices and levels of expertise) – subject to a short audition. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays from 8pm to 10pm at St. John’s Church, Walthamstow. Call Jackie on 0785 2928287 or visit www.cesp.org.uk
Ilford & District Aquarists & Pond keepers Society
Second Monday of every month from 7.30pm to 10.30pm at Wanstead Library, for talks on all fish keeping topics. Call Ray on 01268414452 or visit www.ilfordaquarists.co.uk
Counties Residents’ Association
The CRA is a non-party-politcal and non-sectarian organisation, founded in 2006, which represents the interests of the residents of the Counties Estate and neighbouring roads in Wanstead. www.countiesresidentsassociation.org.uk
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utilities Electricity - Power Loss����������������������������0800 028 0247 Gas - Emergency��������������������������������������������0800 111 999 Thames Water �����������������������������������������������0845 9200 800
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wanstead society
The Wanstead Society is an independent, nonpolitical organisation that works to protect, preserve and improve the local area. The committee meet the first Wednesday of every month, in Wanstead House from 7.45pm onwards. To download a membership application form, visit www.wansteadsociety.org.uk
Wanstead Youth Centre
Although activities at the youth centre are geared to 11 to 25 year olds, it is also used by many other groups made up of a range of ages. Located in Elmcroft Avenue, Wanstead. Call 020 8989 1711
ALDERSBROOK FAMILIES ASSOCIATION
The AFA is a non-political group which arranges events to encourage the social life of the local community in Aldersbrook. Call Maura Cardy on 020 8530 8641 or visit www.aldersbrook.info
The Allan Burgess Centre
Age Concern Redbridge provides a range of services in the local community. The Allan Burgess Centre on Wanstead High Street offers a wide range of activities for people aged 50+. Freshly cooked meals also available. Call 020 8989 6338
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leisure & libraries Wanstead Leisure Centre�����������������������020 8989 1172 Sylvestrian Leisure Centre ���������������������020 8509 6526 Schools Plus (Hall Hire)����������������������������07850 048 218 Wanstead Library����������������������������������������020 8708 7400 Aldersbrook Library�����������������������������������020 8496 0006
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veterinary Goddard Veterinary Group �������������������020 8989 7744 RSPCA ����������������������������������������������������������������0300 1234 555
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Index of Advertisers AERIALS
Aerials Direct �����������������������������������������������48
Architects
Planning & Projects Ltd ���������������������������36 T-Space �����������������������������������������40-41 & 45
Art & Craft Fairs
Decorators
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DENTIST
One Addison ������������������������������������������������45 Wanstead Osteopaths ������������������39 & 45
Longwood House Dental Care �������������� 8
ELECTRICIANS
Mahogany & Ginger ��������������������������������10 Art Group Wanstead ��������������������������������25
GB Electrical �������������������������������������������������14
Baby Development
Fire Walking Event ������������������������������������59 The Beatles Night ��������������������������������������19
Baby Sensory �����������������������������������������������14
BEAUTY
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Orchid Interior Decoration ��������������������14 MG Décor ������������������������������������������������������16
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Wanstead Parties ��������������������������������������26
Performance Art
LIPA 4:19 ��������������������������������������������������������22 Valentine Singers ���������������������������������������42
PET SERVICES
Gini Bhogal ��������������������������������������������������35 Longwood House Clinic ��������������������������� 8 The Body Clinic ��������������������������������������������� 5
Dabora Conway ����������������������������������������64 Petty & Son Prestwich ������������������������������11
K9 & Felines ��������������������������������������������������36
BICYCLE REPAIRS
Farmers’ Markets
Essex Farmers’ Markets ��������������������32-33
Wanstead Pharmacy �������������������������������44
Fitness
Dream Image Photography ������������������� 9
Bike Works ������������������������������������������������������ 7
BUILDERS
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Carpenter
Carpenter & Handyman �������������������������52
CARPET CLEANING
Any Clean �����������������������������������������������������16 Benefax ����������������������������������������������������������26
Charities
Love London Fitness ���������������������������������42 Nordic Walking ������������������������������������������10 Sylvestrian Leisure Centre ����������������������29
FLOORING
Woodford Flooring �����������������������������������47
FLORIST
Lillies of Wanstead ���������������������������� 1 & 44
Food Delivery
Barnardo’s Charity Shop �������������������������45 Dial-A-Dream ���������������������������������������������44 Haven House �����������������������������������������������59 Oxfam Book Shop �������������������������������������44
The Rotisserie Company �������������������������28
Children’s activities
The Chair Doctor ���������������������������������������48
Scrumptious Pumpkin ����������������������������10 Sylvestrian Leisure Centre ����������������������29
CHURCHES
Grace Church ����������������������������������������������22 Our Lady of Lourdes ���������������������������������58 The Parish of Wanstead ��������������������������58 United Reformed Church �����������������������58
CLEANING
Any Clean �����������������������������������������������������16 Time For You ������������������������������������������������27
COMMUNITY Classes
Clubs & Societies ���������������������������������60-61 Craft Courses �����������������������������������������������43
COMPUTER MAINTENANCE
Computer Solutions ���������������������������������46 Problem Computers ���������������������������������52 Rent-A-Geek ������������������������������������������������21
DANCE
Redbridge Classical Dance ��������������������55
Fostering
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FURNITURE REPAIRS Garden services
Growing Gardens ��������������������������������������51 Lancaster’s Home & Garden �����������������51
Handyman
Carpenter & Handyman �������������������������52
HEATING
Heating Plus ������������������������������������������������17
PHARMACY
Photography
Planning Consultants
Planning & Projects Ltd ���������������������������36
Plumbing services
Ignite Plumbing & Heating �������������������20
Private tuition
Kip McGrath ������������������������������������������������43 Singing Teacher �����������������������������������������54
Restaurants & FOOD
Essex Farmers’ Markets ��������������������32-33 Robins Pie & Mash �������������������������������������45 The Green Fish Restaurant �����������45 & 63 The Rotisserie Company �������������������������28
Roofing
Albany Brent Ltd ����������������������������������������46
SCHOOLS
Park School For Girls ��������������������������������48
Singing
Singing Teacher �����������������������������������������54 Valentine Singers ���������������������������������������42
TANNING
Ironing Services
The Tanning Station ��������������������������������44
JEWELLERS
Florida Villas ������������������������������������������������26
KITCHENS
FS Design ������������������������������������������������������53
Letting agent
Arbis ����������������������������������������������������������������46
Lofts
Theydon ��������������������������������������������������������20
Eco-Nat’s Ironing Services ������������������������ 6 Keating Jewellers ������������������������������� 8 & 44 My Dream Kitchen ������������������������������������37 Martin & Co ��������������������������������������������������49 Artisan Loft Ladders ���������������������������������20 Trim Loft Conversions ������������������������������23
Travel
UPHOLSTERY
WASTE DISPOSAL
WINDOW CLEANING
Window restoration
McCarty & Smith ���������������������������������������15
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2 Courses £12.50
3 Courses £15.50
sunday rOasT Only £16.50
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