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Contents 

Features 

A growing community 14–15 

Our Churchill 18 

Charity starts 20 

DD’s 42nd Woodford Diary24–25 

The Putt Project 28 

Floating ideas32–33 

Old enough to 36 

Into the darkness 38 

Yoga in uncertain times40 

PD 51Z42 

Travellers tales44–45 

Community pioneer48 

Mind of Amina 50 

Every month 

Local news6–8, 10 & 12 

Online community groups 54 

Useful numbers 56 

Index of advertisers 58 

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Welcome... 

Woodford, what are your memories of lockdown? 

MEMORIES 

That’s not a question to the collective of Woodford 

residents; it’s a question to Woodford itself. The bricks 

and mortar, the pavements and pathways, the soil and 

signs – all the inanimate components that will be around 

far longer than any of us. If historians could talk directly to 

the physical constituents of a place for an honest account 

of all that has occurred upon it – bypassing the human 

tendency to apply bias – how different would our history 

books look? And what would Woodford say about the pandemic 

of 2020? What verdict would it pass of its inhabitants? 

Woodford, what are your memories of lockdown? That is a 

question for the community collective. And, of course, the only 

way of arriving at an answer on behalf of the ‘other’ Woodford. 

Historians of the future will no doubt pick their way through 

the documents of today to develop their interpretations of the 

current crisis. The full spectrum, from those isolated for months 

on end to those breaking all the rules, will contribute to the 

opinions our future communities will have of us. Wherever we 

each place – or find – ourselves on that spectrum is for our own 

conscience. But as the much-lauded new normal emerges, it 

is clear the spectrum remains dynamic, with each of us yet to 

finalise our position in the eyes of post-COVID historians. 

Woodford, what are your memories of lockdown? The same 

question again, but now I’m asking you, the reader. An individual, 

not a collective. A contemporary of this crisis who will be able to 

offer a first-hand account to future generations. But memories 

fade. And memories fall victim to our own bias. What will 

you remember? What will you forget? 

“There is the truth of history, and there is 

the truth of what a person remembers.” 

(Rebecca Wells, 1996) 

Calling local residents... 

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message across to our readers. The deadline for inclusion in 

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Annual cake sale raises over £21k for 

local children’s hospice 

An annual cake sale 

in aid of Haven House 

Children’s Hospice 

raised £21,695 in June, 

enough to pay for 

more than two days of 

care at the Woodford 

Green charity. “I am 

totally amazed and 

overwhelmed how a 

little idea only a few 

weeks ago became 

such a fantastic event 

supported by the 

whole community. I 

thought I was going to have to cancel the 15th 

annual cake sale – which is usually held in our 

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I was inundated with offers of help. So, very 

quickly it evolved into a cake trail across 

Wanstead, Woodford, Walthamstow, Buckhurst 

Hill and even Australia and the USA! It was an 

incredible team effort,” said Michelle Vanlint. 

Bulky waste 

collections 

Bookings for 

Redbridge Council’s 

bulky waste service 

have resumed. “All 

items collected will 

be sprayed with 

sanitiser to ensure 

our crews are kept 

as safe as possible,” 

said a spokesperson. 

Items that can be 

collected include 

beds, fridges and 

freezers, mattresses, 

sofas and TVs 

and other large 

electrical items. 

“Before you book a 

collection, consider 

if you can give your 

item away.” Call 

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Royal Mail 

statement 

Royal Mail has issued 

a statement in 

response to a recent 

service disruption 

in South Woodford. 

“We have always 

said that, despite our 

best endeavours, 

it is likely some 

areas of the country 

will experience a 

reduction in service 

levels… Factors 

include high levels of 

coronavirus-related 

absences and social 

distancing measures,” 

said a spokesperson. 

The South Woodford 

delivery office closed 

in 2018, with local 

mail now sorted in 

Chingford. 



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Vicar reacts to rumours over proposed 

5G phone mast on South View Drive 

Monthly market – with social 

distancing – returns to George Lane 

The vicar of Holy Trinity church in South 

Woodford has quelled rumours that the 

church will benefit from a proposed 5G phone 

mast outside the building. “The proposed 

site on South View Drive is outside the 

church boundary. The church has not been 

directly consulted about the mast, and we are 

certainly not in line to benefit financially from 

its installation,” said Rev Abi Todd. Comments 

can be made on the planning application – for 

a 15m mast with base cabinet and ancillary 

works – until 12 July. Visit swvg.co.uk/5gmast 

South Woodford Society to 

hold virtual AGM 

The South Woodford Society will hold a 

virtual AGM on 8 July from 7pm. “The event 

was originally planned for 25 March, just after 

the lockdown was introduced, so had to be 

postponed. We’re now aiming to hold a virtual 

meeting using Zoom. After the AGM business, 

there will be a short presentation on the steps 

towards developing a Neighbourhood Plan for 

South Woodford. Get in touch for details or if 

you need any help to join… We look forward 

to seeing you on air!” said a spokesperson. 

Email e18Society@gmail.com 

The monthly community market returned to 

South Woodford in June. “The market took 

place on George Lane in the usual way, but 

parking was suspended in the bays between 

the International Supermarket and the bus 

stop to allow traders to set up there, and 

to widen the pavement. Social distancing 

and hygiene protocols were in place… It’s a 

really positive step towards moving out of 

lockdown,” said a South Woodford Society 

spokesperson. The event takes place on the 

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Age UK seek home support staff to 

work with local older people 

Photographer invites nominations 

for free NHS photo shoot 

© Shiraz Mehta 

Age UK Redbridge, Barking and Havering 

are recruiting for home support staff across 

the region. “We have an urgent need for 

staff to provide assistance with domestic 

tasks, shopping and light cleaning… We 

offer flexible hours, staff training and regular 

support. If you are interested in working 

with older people in Redbridge, Barking and 

Dagenham and Havering, we would like to 

hear from you,” said a spokesperson. The role, 

which is on a zero-hours contract, pays £8.89 

per hour. Visit swvg.co.uk/ageukwork 

A member of the Woodford and Wanstead 

Photographic Society is taking part in the 

nationwide Portraits of Togetherness initiative 

to offer free photo shoots for NHS staff, key 

workers or local heroes. “I will be choosing 

five or more nominations at the end of July for 

their shoot as a thank you for being amazing 

heroes during the pandemic,” said Anila 

Hussain. Those selected will take part in a 

one-hour outdoor portrait session for up to six 

people, receiving five edited digital images to 

download. Visit swvg.co.uk/nhsportrait 

Woodford Town FC still optimistic 

about return to local area 

IN THE BUILDING TRADE FOR 30 YEARS 

Woodford Town FC’s return to the local area 

has been delayed by lockdown, but club 

officials remain optimistic they will be playing 

at a revamped Ashton Playing Fields by the 

start of next season. “Woodford were always 

a big name when I was growing up, and so 

many people have told me about the impact 

the club has had on their lives. We’re doing all 

we can to get Woodford home and hopefully 

a major force again,” said club chairman Tony 

Scott. The club currently groundshare with 

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Monday 10 th August-Friday 14 th August 

Monday 17 th August-Friday 21 st August 

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100th birthday celebrations for 

South Woodford resident postponed 

Nature conservation ranger hails 

success of roadside meadow 

Hilda Lyons at her 

BEM presentation with 

Boris Johnson in 2016 

South Woodford resident Hilda Lyons 

celebrated her 100th birthday on 11 June. 

“Our party for Hilda had to be cancelled, but 

we hope to make our Christmas event on 

28 November a joint celebration,” said Gloria 

Mead, who helps run Redbridge Dippers, a 

swimming club for the disabled which Hilda 

founded in 1997. “Hilda is still an independent 

woman, and we are grateful for all that she 

has given us,” added Gloria, who helped 

successfully nominated Hilda for the British 

Empire Medal in 2016. Call 020 3556 4825 

A meadow beside Chigwell Road in Woodford 

Green has become an important addition to 

local ecology, according to a senior nature 

conservation ranger at Vision RCL. “In 2013, we 

put in an earth embankment around Dartnalls 

Field, next to Broadmead Baptist Church… 

Over the years, we have been trying to work 

out the best formula for managing it. With our 

grounds team doing a great job in the winter 

to cut back the meadow, it has been allowed 

to grow and become a very important place 

for pollinators,” said Francis Castro. 

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residents about plans to build new council 

homes on Torrington Road in South Woodford. 

Improved pedestrian and cycle access. 

“This is just the start of the consultation 

More usable outdoor space for all residents. 

process. There will be further Upgrading opportunities of estate facilities and amenities. for 

you to give your views on our proposals. There 

The proposed new homes can be on these areas of 

the estate. New homes would take into account the 

height and density of existing properties. 

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Local school makes visors and scrubs 

to support NHS staff and carers 

National Trust to resume local talks, 

starting with Waltham Abbey Church 

Waltham Abbey Church 

Woodbridge High School, along with 

their PTA, has contributed to a number of 

local COVID-19 projects. “Our fundraising 

enabled us to purchase materials to make 

visors for NHS staff on the frontline. And we 

were pleased to purchase £1,000 worth of 

essential items and food to donate to the 

local foodbank. We also have a team who are 

making scrubs for NHS staff and carers. Our 

most recent order was from a care home, who 

were delighted to receive the scrubs,” said a 

spokesperson for the school. 

The Woodford and District branch of the 

National Trust has announced its new 

programme of talks, which are set to resume 

in October. “We have to look to the future 

and very much want our centre to flourish 

again with varied talks and activities,” said a 

group spokesperson. On 13 October, Greville 

Weltch will give a talk about Waltham Abbey 

Church (10.30am at the Memorial Hall in South 

Woodford). Future events are titled ‘East 

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We are introducing a range of 

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• online courses and blended learning 

• social distancing 

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Studios and workshops will 

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We look forward to welcoming you to our 

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A GROWING COMMUNITY 

As plans for a community orchard in South Woodford progress, 

Louise Burgess of the South Woodford Society explains what help they 

will need in the coming months 

Everyone needs a connection to nature. 

It helps when stress levels are high, 

and can help with conditions such as 

PTSD, depression and anxiety – in children 

as well as adults. 

Many people, as part of their daily exercise 

during lockdown, have found a new interest 

in walking around their neighbourhoods, 

and the number of people that have flocked 

to green areas such as Epping Forest and 

Wanstead Park shows how much we treasure 

our local green spaces. There is even a name 

for it: biophilia, which means “the rich natural 

pleasure we feel from being surrounded by 

living organisms”. This explains the peace we 

can find after walking in the forest, or even 

just petting our pets – it is simply the love of 

other living things. 

So, if a small section of South Woodford can 

be transformed into a community orchard 

for all the population to enjoy and benefit 

from – and to create habitats for wildlife – our 

connection to nature can be increased as well 

as helping with the area’s biodiversity. 

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last year which launched the South Woodford 

Society’s campaign to establish a community 

orchard in South Woodford. While the 

original fundraising pitch did not pass the 

requirements at that particular time, it 

did result in a number of pledges, and we 

continue to be committed to refurbishing this 

site and to enhance the community spirit that 

has so wonderfully come to the fore during 

the COVID-19 pandemic. 

So, it’s good news that Redbridge Council has 

agreed to support the project. An agreement 

is being prepared that includes getting the 

necessary council permissions so that, once 

funding is in place, the site alongside the 

flyover on Mulberry Way and Primrose Road 

could be planted during this planting season, 

October 2020 to March 2021, all being well. 

We have been in discussions with the charity 

The Orchard Project, which will be able to 

help in readying the land and planting the 

trees, but we have a fair amount of work to 

do before this can take place, and need to 

finalise the funding for the project before 

October. 

We’re waiting to hear whether there are any 

other funding rounds we can apply for. In the 

meantime, we are investigating crowdfunding 

platforms, which will be accessed via the 

South Woodford Society website and will 

include information, timelines and options to 

donate. We will need help with setting up the 

crowdfunding campaign, so if you have any 

experience in this or are just enthusiastic to 

help, please get in touch. 

We are also calling 

on all residents 

who are interested 

in gardening, 

landscaping 

and community 

projects of this 

nature to be 

ready to answer 

our call for 

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Our Churchill 

Along with many other monuments, the Sir Winston Churchill statue 

in Woodford Green was vandalised in June. Extremists are seeking to 

hijack Black Lives Matter for their own agenda, says Councillor Clark Vasey 

Shocking images of George Floyd’s final 

moments on the streets of Minnesota 

have echoed around the world, and 

rightly sparked calls for action to address 

inequality on both sides of the Atlantic. 

Fortunately, we don’t have the same issues 

with our police as they do in some parts of the 

US, and we can be proud of how our police 

serve all of our communities. However, there is 

more we must do to ensure everyone has the 

same chance to get on in life. 

© Redbridge Council / Acabashi 

As we unite against racism and examine 

what needs to be done to improve the life 

chances of black citizens, this timely debate 

has been hijacked by extremists hell-bent on 

tearing down statues. They are not concerned 

about improving anyone’s life chances but 

care about furthering their extreme political 

agenda by controlling the past. It’s been 

helped along by virtue signalling politicians, 

like London’s mayor, for whom it’s a handy 

distraction from his city mismanagement. 

I agree with President Macron when he said 

he would not erase French history. Indeed, 

few countries’ histories would come off well 

through the prism of today’s values. We 

should be honest about our history, but what 

matters most is the history we make now. This 

is where we can make a difference. 

Statues across the country are being 

targeted to further an extreme agenda 

through undemocratic means. Tellingly, the 

bloodstained memorials to Marx and Engels 

are not on the list. The hit list is a mix of 

statues with vile links to the slave trade and a 

century’s worth of politicians they don’t like, 

but most bizarre to any normal person is the 

inclusion of the man who led the defeat of 

fascism, Winston Churchill. 

While the country has been disgusted by the 

defacing of the Churchill statue in Parliament 

Square, residents of Woodford have worried 

about our own iconic statue, which has not 

been immune from thugs who ought to read 

some history rather than deface it. The statue 

in Churchfields ward was recently vandalised 

with spray paint, which was quickly removed. 

However, you only have to delve into the 

murky world of left-wing Twitter to see that 

a threat to the statue remains. Churchfields 

residents who have contacted me are right 

to be concerned. We have a brilliant Safer 

Neighbourhoods Team here, but we must all 

remain vigilant. 

When commenting on the vandalism, Council 

Leader Jas Athwal seemed to lump Churchill 

into a wider review of the appropriateness 

of statues in Redbridge. Churchill is the man 

who led the defeat of the most racist regime 

in history. We should be proud to have one of 

the greatest Britons recognised in our area, 

and pride is exactly what residents feel. 

Clark is a Conservative councillor for 

Churchfields ward. Call 07741 194 763 or 

email clark.vasey@redbridge.gov.uk 


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Charity starts... 

While the Rotary Club of Leytonstone and Woodford supports global 

causes, it is particularly focused on the local community and other 

deserving causes closer to home, says John Bracken 

Like most, we are immensely proud 

of the wave of volunteers coming 

together in the battle against 

COVID-19, many of whom may not have 

done this type of work before. Should you 

have these qualities, you may be the type 

of person who may wish to join us, and you 

would be most welcome. 

Coronavirus forced us to cancel three major 

fundraising events in March and May, 

including a giant quiz at Trinity School and 

a golf day at Chigwell. We have successfully 

managed to replace the anticipated shortfall, 

enabling us to continue our commitments 

in the community. We have donated to 

foodbanks and provided a defibrillator to a 

Leytonstone church, and we are looking to 

supply a computer to a homeless unit. 

When it is safe to do so, we intend to kickstart 

our monthly Memory Cafe, our weekly 

transport for the blind and regular community 

fellowship work. Our work is supported by our 

fundraising along with public donations and 

there are plans to support local young people 

in several areas. 

Our last Rotary year included a Christmas 

party, lots of toys for many who would never 

have received a gift and food parcels for 

those most in need. We financed a bike for 

a RaceRunning project in its early stages, 

which allowed less-abled people to enjoy the 

freedom movement can bring. We helped 

in the inaugural Disability Games organised 

by the club’s District last year but sadly 

postponed in the current climate. Like all 

events which have had to be postponed, we 

look forward to rearranging them soon. 

We are proud to encourage schoolchildren to 

build public speaking skills and support those 

Bagatelle at the 

Disability Games 

with musical talent. We sponsored a young 

man at the biannual Rotary Youth Makes 

Music performance at London’s Royal Festival 

Hall and have plans to reschedule our own 

local youth musical festival at West Hatch High 

School when life returns to normal. 

We have always enjoyed the variety of Rotary 

and there is much of it. Supplying financial 

help in supporting international disaster 

appeals and work in impoverished areas is all 

part of our lives. We also welcome overseas 

students to London and encourage them to 

visit us and share their experiences. We host at 

least one international student annually and 

shortly will be overseeing a young lady from 

South Korea, circumstances permitting. 

There is also a strong social side to the 

club, with regular outings and dinner with 

our partners. The club meets weekly on a 

Thursday evening and is currently doing so 

courtesy of Zoom. We look forward to the day 

when we can all meet again in the comfort 

of the Chigwell Convent where regular guest 

speakers add to our enjoyment. 

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Club of Leytonstone and Woodford, visit 

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DD’s 42 nd Woodford Diary 

Some South Woodford scribbles from DD, 

our resident diarist, commentator and 

observer of all things local 

I’m still here. How I would like to give 

you a welcome handshake. A hug even. 

Thank you for reading my column. My 

dip into life’s rich pattern as lived out in our 

unpretentious suburb of South Woodford. 

A strange, less-than-rich pattern for the 

time being: were I to see you approaching, 

I would have to step into the road if the 

pavement was too narrow to accommodate 

our social distancing. I’d push up my mask 

to hide my smile. It all goes against the 

grain, doesn’t it! 

I’ve been looking at my DD diaries dating back 

to 2013. All those wonderful close encounters 

with fellow locals that have provided me 

with so much personal enjoyment (and 

stuff to write about!) Shoppers, book lovers, 

tattooists, clothing repairers, road sweepers. 

So many more. Such a privilege, meeting 

face-to-face and sharing. In November 2017, 

I wrote: “I’m way, way, past the age of not 

speaking to strangers.” So, what can I write 

about now in the July 2020 edition, when 

speaking closely to almost anyone is to 

be avoided? 

I did notice my partner chatting 

encouragingly to his tomato plants yesterday. 

I haven’t confessed it to him, but I 

have been urging on his runner beans, 

friendly-like, and even his chirpy 

row of radish seedlings. I’ve been 

accepting thankfully the protective 

circle of family and friends who have 

made our isolation possible. 

In many respects, strangely 

enjoyable. A commodity 

that seemed elusive 

before lockdown 

is now lavishly 

available: I mean 

TIME, of course. 

Thursday is Christmas Day each week, when 

the “Basics Box” arrives from Ongar Dairies, 

the nearest company I could find with some 

remaining available delivery slots. What will it 

contain this week? Bread, milk, butter, eggs, 

fruit and vegetables. Yes, the basics. But not 

just carrots and spuds and apples. Sometimes 

avocados, melons, blueberries, mushrooms. 

Even perhaps spaghetti, crusty rolls, orange 

juice. Wow! Hot cross buns at Easter. We have 

been introduced to bok choy. (I researched 

the best way to serve it. In a wok.) And oat 

milk and extra-thick creamy Greek yoghurt. 

Something to cater for all tastes! One week, 

we did end up with too many cucumbers. 

There’s only so much you can do with too 

many cucumbers. I found a cucumber soup 

recipe and forged ahead, unwilling to waste 

any good nourishing food. No surprise, really: 

the soup didn’t taste of anything. Not willing 

to hurt my feelings, of course, my other half 

suggested “a good slurp of sherry would 

improve it”. It did. 

We ordered a barbecue online. Sons and 

daughters supplied suitable ingredients. Quite 

a smoke cloud at first but the neighbours 

didn’t complain. Soon, the charcoal was 

glowing red and on went the salmon, the 

carefully prepared peppers and onions on 

skewers. We included something called a 

barbecue chimney in our order. It speeds 

up the process of getting the charcoal to 

the glowing red stage. (Exactly the same 

technique we used at home when I was 

a child, kneeling in front of the fireplace, 

holding up a large tin tray or even yesterday’s 

newspaper in front of the coals to create a 

draft up the chimney and tease the kindling 

firewood into flames). With the weather being 

so wonderfully kind, we have dusted down 

a couple of comfy old garden chairs. Books 

are being read in the daytime! Pretty well 



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unheard-of in 

‘normal’ times. 

And another 

confession: the 

throughput 

of wine, of 

any shade, has, 

ever so slightly, 

accelerated. 

When the lockdown 

started, I admit I felt 

less in control of the 

structure of my days. 

I have waited in for 

deliveries of websourced 

purchases 

promised for “between 

8am and 8pm”. Sometimes 

in vain. Not much room for 

the daily exercise. I miss my 

freedom to stroll out and pay 

visits and cruise unhurriedly 

down my shopping list at the 

supermarket. But I never forget 

the time, years ago, when a 

young friend described me 

as “the headmistress of the 

school for positive thinking”. 

Something to live up to, eh? 

And I can indeed report on 

several really very satisfactory 

mini-achievements. Conducted remotely. 

I have in writing a promise from the Odeon 

to refund the cost of the two tickets I bought 

well in advance for a performance of Fidelio, 

streamed from Covent Garden. (A week later, 

all cinemas were closed.) I ordered two boxes 

of plastic gloves from Amazon to contribute 

to our anti-corona armoury. A month later, 

Royal Mail left a message, in bright red, on 

the doormat, saying they would deliver ‘a 

package’ once I forked out an £11.87 customs 

charge. Assuming the package was probably 

another delayed birthday gift, I went online 

and paid the charge. The gloves arrived. From 

China. I composed a thoughtfully-worded 

complaint. Sent a copy of the Royal Mail 

receipt. A full refund is now in hand. NatWest 

wrote to me about a small overdraft on “my 

account”. The one I knew I had closed some 

years ago. Slightly worrying. A number of 

phone calls to head office ensued, involving 

© Evelyn Rowland / evelynrowland.co.uk 

much listening to 

music. A letter to the 

local branch. A period 

of delay. But finally, 

two phone calls from 

a charming member of 

the bank staff telling me I 

must not worry: a local executive decision had 

been made to shut down the account with the 

debt written off. Puzzling but gladly accepted. 

Thank you to ‘the friendly bank’. 

I was disappointed when we stopped 

clapping on Thursdays at 8pm. A symbol of 

togetherness when we were being urged 

to keep apart. The only two minutes in the 

week when I actually saw my neighbours. 

An upbeat, joyfully rowdy ritual celebrating 

not just our key workers but our community. 

Back into the toy box with the drums and 

tambourines. On we go. One day at a time! 


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Robert Putt, who attended Woodbridge High School 80 years ago, is 

collaborating with the school to document his memories of the area. 

In the fourth of a series of articles, Robert talks about VE Day 

Tuesday 8 May 1945. I remember this 

date well in the nation’s calendar of 

special events. The German surrender 

had been enacted on the seventh and the 

next day had been declared a national 

holiday. 

At that time, I was looking forward to my 16th 

birthday and had been working in a City of 

London stockbroker’s office since January 

1944. This necessitated a weekly seasonal 

rail ticket between George Lane railway 

station and Liverpool Street. My friends and 

I, deciding that the empty streets and shops 

of South Woodford offered very little in the 

way of teenage excitement, soon made use 

of these valuable assets. We found ourselves 

walking up Old Broad Street, past the Mansion 

House and then onwards, towards Ludgate 

Circus, Fleet Street and the Strand, always 

aware of the people we were walking with 

gradually increasing in number as we moved 

along the full width of the roads. 

Traffic was non-existent. Entering Trafalgar 

Square, the sight that met our eyes was 

amazing. It seemed to us that every 

nationality was there. Military uniforms from 

all over the world were bringing changes to a 

backdrop of grey buildings, and progressing 

into Pall Mall, with its red asphalt roadway 

and green trees, this presented a picture of 

London that we, and thousands of others, had 

not seen before. 

A kaleidoscope of colour, with people making 

circles of space in which to dance. There 

was no music, but it didn’t seem to matter. 

American GIs were jitterbugging with any 

girl who wanted to dance and there were 

hundreds of them, circling around others 

who were demonstrating their slightly more 

formal ballroom skills. There were the khaki 

uniforms of the Women’s ATS and Land Army, 

the blue tunics of the WAAFs and the navy 

blues of the WRENs, all merging with similar 

colours of the male contingent. Added to this 

were the civilians in their party frocks and 

shirts, thousands of them, all converging on 

less than a square half-mile of London’s West 

End. For our part, we hadn’t wasted our time 

at the dances that were held at the Royal 

Forest Hotel every Saturday evening and were 

soon in the middle of this crazy and unusual 

celebration. 

The last trains back to Epping and Ongar 

were timed to leave Liverpool Street between 

six and seven o’clock, in fairness to the 

railwaymen who had worked that day. We 

arrived back at George Lane before eight 

and returned home to see what our parents 

had been doing to mark the occasion. I 

think my dad made the most of his time off 

to do some work on his vegetable garden. 

Some things don’t stop; even an event like 

the end of the war had to give way to more 

demanding duties. 

If you attended the school during this era 

and would like to share your story, visit 

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These assets could include, but are not 

limited to, embankments, pumping 

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The channel maintenance we currently have 

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carried out in December 2020 to January 2021. 

This involves our field teams walking the river, 

cutting back any overhanging vegetation to 

just above bank height or to allow reasonable 

access to the channel. They also remove 

woody debris from the channel to reduce 

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larger than a football. 

Due to coronavirus, the timing and nature 

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In line with government advice, we are 

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We will publish an updated programme 

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and planned work. 

Since our last article, we 

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programme of works for the River 

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will be carried out and when. 

Back in October 2018, we carried out ground 

investigation works at four locations in 

Woodford on existing flood embankments 

along the River Roding. After analysing 

the information obtained, we were able to 

determine that works are required at two of 

the four locations to ensure the defences are 

fit for purpose. To determine exactly what 

works are required, we will be doing further 

ground investigation works in August. 

We will also be conducting various surveys 

along the River Roding. These will include 

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at the FSA site, which are proposed to be 

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Old enOUgh tO… 

In the first of a series of articles looking at the work of Age UK 

Redbridge, Barking and Havering, Janet West explains how they have 

risen to the challenge of coronavirus 

We have worked hard keeping in 

contact with our service users over 

the last three months during these 

difficult times. For most of our services, 

such as advice and information, visiting, 

befriending, the Wanstead Activity Centre 

and falls prevention, we switched from face 

to face support to providing over 8,000 

telephone befriending and over 1,000 

welfare check calls, helping to identify 

immediate needs and putting in place 

timely support. We have dealt with a wide 

range of enquiries, from helping someone 

get a working fridge to replacing hearing 

aid batteries. 

Additionally, our Di’s Diamonds service users 

have benefited from their own dedicated 

Facebook page and some online activities 

set up by the coordinators using Zoom. 

Indeed, technology has been more and 

more important in reaching out to people 

during these troubled times and this has 

had a hugely beneficial impact on our older 

residents. Additionally, Brenda, who runs 

our popular art classes from the Cherry Tree 

in Wanstead, has been offering support by 

phone and also opportunities for students to 

access her art class videos online. 

Of course, not all of our service users have 

access to the internet, and for them, a regular 

friendly phone call has been crucial to their 

wellbeing. Having someone to talk to when 

you are feeling low and unable to go out 

has been warmly received. We have set 

up a shopping and prescription collection 

service for those in need and have been truly 

humbled with the offers of help we have 

received from the public. 

Our staff have been working from home, 

which has presented many challenges, but I’m 

glad to say that, thanks to their dedication, we 

have managed to overcome these! Our phone 

lines are still being answered as the calls are 

diverted to staff at home to deal with and we 

are now in the process of preparing our offices 

for a hopeful return in July. Our Wanstead 

Activity Centre may need to stay closed for 

a little longer and services within the centre 

may need to change when we do reopen. 

Finally, a story from James, one of our service 

users in receipt of the telephone befriending 

service and Ellie, the volunteer who has been 

ringing him every week, even reached the BBC 

and was featured on Radio 4. It’s great to know 

that our services are really helping people 

when they need it most. You can listen to Ellie 

and James’ story on our Facebook page. 

If you would like to know more about our 

services, refer someone you know for support 

or join in our activities, please get in touch. 

For more information on Age UK 

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into the darkness 

In the sixth of a series of short stories by members of South Woodford’s 

Young Writers Club, Into the Darkness is a tale about losing all hope, by 

10-year-old Dorcas Adebayo 

I 

looked forwards. Nothing. I looked 

backwards. Nothing. I looked to my left. 

Nothing. I looked to my right. Nothing. 

I looked up. A pitch-black sky. I looked 

down. A grey, rocky pavement. 

I took a step forward. Nothing happened. 

I took another step forward. Nothing 

happened. 

I didn’t bother calling for help because it was 

no use. I knew that I was alone, and I was 

going to die. 

No food. No water. No shelter. No light. 

No warmth. Nothing. Simply, just 

nothing. 

I waited for what seemed like 

hours on the same spot, doing 

nothing. It was hard to – wait 

no, scrap that – it was impossible to tell 

the time since it was dark all the time. 

All hope was lost. 

I longed to get back to the real world. The 

world with my family. My friends. My life. 

But I knew my wish could never come 

true because there was no way out of the 

delusional place I was in. 

Suddenly, I heard a noise. 

It was like a wolf howling. It drew closer and 

closer and closer. It got louder and louder and 

louder. 

I screamed. I panicked. My legs trembled. 

My heart raced. My stomach churned. My 

mouth turned dry and my breathing became 

shallow. 

I tried 

to run, 

but I stumbled. A ferocious beast 

materialised in front of me. It opened 

its colossal mouth to reveal a set of 

razor-sharp teeth. 

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me, its claws ready 

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For more information on the work of the 

South Woodford Young Writers Club, visit 

swvg.co.uk/youngwriters 



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Yoga in uncertain times 

South Woodford resident Seetal Kaur discovered yoga before 

coronavirus become headline news. During lockdown, that discovery 

became an essential part of his physical and mental wellbeing 

In these uncertain times, it is hard to 

find ways to occupy your time. Perhaps 

you have been baking a signature 

banana bread or having a deep spring 

clean. Personally, I have found solace in 

perfecting a hobby of mine, yoga. 

Yoga is an ancient Indian discipline that 

combines breathing, meditation and exercise, 

aiming to connect the mind, body and soul. 

Having started my yoga journey eight months 

ago, I quickly noticed my fitness improving 

and, most importantly, the positive impact it 

had on my wellbeing. 

Routine is especially important these days, so 

I stick to an hour of Ashtanga or Vinyasa Flow 

(lively sessions that merge fluid movement 

and breath) before lunch. These dynamic 

practices kick-start the day, and for someone 

who hates the conventional workout method, 

this exercise is the perfect substitute. Three 

hours after dinner, just before I’m ready to 

wind down for bedtime, is the perfect time to 

take up a 30-minute yin/restorative practice 

(poses are held for longer periods and aim to 

calm the mind and body). It is suggested to 

eat two to three hours before any practice as 

your mat could get seriously messy during 

those upside-down poses! 

When the class begins, the teacher will ask 

you to set an intention or goal to maintain 

focus throughout and close with gratitude. 

Giving thought to an intention and practising 

gratitude becomes most apparent during 

these times as you might want to dedicate 

your practice to someone who may be going 

through a difficult or challenging time, or even 

devote positive energy to yourself. 

While you may be feeling you don’t have 

the necessary props to fully commit to the 

practice, these household substitutes will have 

you covered: 

• Yoga mat: place a blanket on top of a rug. 

• Bolsters (a long, thick pillow used for 

support): folded blankets. 

• Straps: try using a scarf or any type of belt. 

• Blocks: these can easily be achieved with a 

stack of books or old DVD boxes. 

Research shows the benefits of yoga include 

stability, flexibility and balance, strengthening 

of the muscles and the reduction of anxiety. I 

especially noticed my anxiety reduce through 

breathwork (conscious breathing is the main 

essence of yoga). According to Ayurveda 

(meaning the science of life in Sanskrit), the 

breath and mind are unanimous. So, when the 

mind is chaotic, the breath is chaotic. When 

our mind is focused, the breath mirrors. 

This form of therapy allows me to experience 

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the way we work, says Adem Esen from local solicitors Wiseman Lee 

On 26 March, the Ministry 

of Justice published a new 

Practice Direction 51Z (PD 51Z) 

staying possession proceedings with effect 

from 27 March for a period of 90 days. It was 

meant to protect tenants whose income 

may have been affected by COVID-19. At 

the same time, the government announced 

a three-month mortgage holiday for 

landlords whose tenants had been affected 

by the pandemic. 

PD 51Z led to many unanswered questions, 

one of which being whether the freeze in 

possession proceedings would apply to 

trespassers. On 20 April, a revised version 

of PD 51Z was published. This included a 

number of exclusions to the freeze, the most 

significant being possession proceedings 

against trespassers, such as squatters or those 

entering and occupying property without 

permission. As a result of the COVID-19 

restrictions and the subsequent closures 

of a number of business premises; many 

properties have become more vulnerable 

to trespassers, including vacant retail 

premises. The exclusion of the stay against 

trespassers would mean that action could 

be taken against those using COVID-19 as an 

opportunity to occupy premises unlawfully, 

and claims would proceed against trespassers 

named as ‘Persons Unknown’. 

Another area of uncertainty with PD 51Z was 

whether the freeze would apply to possession 

claims that had already been issued. There was 

a recent challenge to the legality of PD 51Z 

which narrowed in on the court’s attitude 

when considering whether to exercise its 

power to lift the freeze in any one case. An 

existing case (Arkin v Marshall) was heard on 

11 May and concerned mortgage possession 

proceedings. Although parties to the 

proceedings agreed the case should continue, 

the court disagreed. It was held that whilst a 

court retains the discretion to lift the freeze, it 

should not do so unless there are ‘exceptional 

circumstances’. It was suggested the only 

exception might be where the stay would 

defeat the purposes of PD 51Z and endanger 

public health. 

PD 51Z was further met with backlash from 

landlords who found it unfair they couldn’t 

gain possession of their property where 

tenants had been in arrears prior to the 

pandemic. Matters have been made worse 

in that Housing Secretary Rt Hon Robert 

Jenrick MP announced that PD 51Z would be 

extended until 23 August 2020. 

While PD 51Z is ongoing, landlords are still 

able to serve section 21 and section 8 notices 

on their non-paying tenants (albeit with a 

longer notice period applying). Landlords can 

also file possession claims at court in readiness 

for when the courts are able to begin 

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I 

have visited Venice many times on 

business and for pleasure. My first was 

in 1961. So, when it was decided that the 

Woodford Arts Group spring exhibition at 

Packfords Hotel would be titled Travellers 

Tales, I reached for my Venice sketchbooks. 

Is there anyone who does not suppress 

a secret thrill on arriving in Venice for 

the first time, or returning after a long 

absence? People flock to the world’s most 

photographed and painted city from the four 

corners of the earth, but to arrive by train from 

the railway station is tantamount to entering 

a palace by the tradesman’s entrance. The 

only way is by boat from the wide expanse of 

the open sea or by one of the fast small boats 

from Marco Polo Airport. 

The large skies and the halo of light 

reflecting on the lagoon as you 

approach the city are thrilling. There 

are moments when the light is 

perpendicular or extremely low and 

there are no shadows; the city seems 

poised in space and air in such 

a way that it seems a 

prismatic, unreal object 

of contemplation. 

globalised future where differences between 

local customs, accents and peculiarities are 

becoming ever more blurred. But not so in 

Venice. Its pageantry, festivals, carnivals and 

religious processions are the heartbeat of 

this city. 

Drawing is the basic grammar of painting. It is 

a language that can be learned by everybody. 

It is a teachable and crucial skill, a tool to help 

the artist understand the subject. 

My sketchbooks 

included 

drawings of 

magnificent 

palazzos, 

views 

of the 

Piazza 

San 

Marco, 

the 

We seem to be 

racing towards a 

Travellers 

Tales 

Woodford Arts Group member Ged Rumak explains his 

love of Venice and why he chose that city for his entry in 

the group’s travel-themed virtual exhibition 



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Doge’s Palace and various aspects of Palladio’s 

Renaissance masterpiece, the church of San 

Giorgio Maggiore. Other studies included 

views of ‘backstreet’ canal walls, domestic 

buildings, wells and working boats. 

One sketchbook is filled with details of some 

of the 418 bridges that anchor the 116 islands 

that make up the city, and another with 

gondoliers skilfully laying the gondola on its 

side as they scull, giving them more control. In 

the past, Venice would have been impossible 

without the gondola weaving its way through 

the complex network, a never-ending maze of 

waterways. 

I feel that in order to say something 

substantive in painting, it is necessary to 

really know the subject you are trying to 

portray. Not just the surface visual aspects 

but also something of the people, history 

and customs. This affinity with the subject 

becomes highly personal and evident in the 

work. My fascination with the skies, weather 

and architecture is driven by the light. Rain in 

Venice is a delight. It’s only the tourists who 

believe in the sun. The rain awakens the colour 

and the smell of the stones. And do they know 

it snows in Venice? 

I was progressing with two works for the 

exhibition when along came the pandemic. 

The Woodford Arts Group decided the event 

would continue, but as the Virtual Spring 2020 

Gallery: Traveller’s Tales. 

From news reports, Venice, glittering in spring 

sunshine, was eerily deserted. In an effort to 

catch the mood from what I could see and 

what I knew of the city, I painted a shadow on 

a wall of iconic Venetian brickwork, a passing 

gondola and gondolier (shown here). The 

second painting is of a lone cherry tree just 

breaking into early spring blossom in a Venice 

backwater near the Ghetto. 

Venice has suffered several plagues 

throughout its thousand years of existence, 

COVID-19 is just the latest. A sheer creative 

folly, a work of beauty that was desired and 

constructed by human beings. A totally 

unique city. If its many problems are not 

handled with thought and intelligence, I fear it 

may disappear. 

For more information on Woodford Arts 

Group and to view the virtual exhibition, 

visit woodfordartsgroup.org 


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Community Pioneer 

Diana Varakina reports on her new job as the first Co-op Member 

Pioneer for the Wanstead and South Woodford area, a position she 

believes can improve our wellbeing and build community resilience 

My name is Diana, I moved to 

Wanstead two years ago. Right from 

the start, I loved the area, from the 

vibrant High Street to the local swans, the 

neighbourly and community feel, the green 

open spaces and Epping Forest. 

After lockdown started, and with more time 

on my hands, I wanted to help during the 

pandemic. I found that Co-op was actively 

looking to employ people to support their 

local community. I applied, was selected and 

am now excited to be the very first Co-op 

Member Pioneer for the Wanstead and South 

Woodford area. 

Co-op values and principles resonate strongly 

with me. People over profit, contribution, 

self-responsibility, democracy, equality 

and solidarity – these all meant I could do 

something for my community with a partner 

who believes in the same things as I do. 

The Member Pioneer role is designed to 

increase cooperation and participation in the 

community, working with local colleagues, 

causes and members to enable great things 

to happen. My aim is to be a genuine local 

voice in the community, promoting Co-op 

member involvement and the Co-op values 

and principles. What this means in practice is 

connecting people and building relationships, 

listening to what matters to people and 

identifying issues affecting the community 

and then using Co-op’s reach and resources, 

as well as other local initiatives, to make a 

positive difference. 

Co-op is the world’s largest consumer cooperative, 

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and recognised for its social goals and 

community-led programmes. It’s also the UK’s 

fifth-largest food retailer. Many people do not 

know that every time members buy Co-op 

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purchase is donated to local causes in their 

community. 

As a Member Pioneer, I am in a great position 

to listen to the needs of the Wanstead and 

South Woodford community and work 

alongside the residents to reach solutions 

that not only solve the issue, but do so in a 

way that empowers the local community 

and respects equality, human rights and the 

environment. Now more than ever, we’re 

seeing the difference these Co-op member 

donations are making to some amazing 

causes, especially those supporting people 

through the current crisis. 

Whilst I’m new to the role, I’m excited to play 

a part in the community and connect with 

local residents, business and organisations. As 

we collectively face a challenging period, it is 

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Wanstead resident Amina Kayani will be running 15km in aid of Young 

Minds this summer. Here, the Woodbridge High School student 

explains why we need to destigmatise mental health issues 

Hello, my name is Amina, I am a high 

school student and I have been 

living in Wanstead my whole life. I 

attended Nightingale Primary School and 

am currently studying at Woodbridge High 

School, set to do my GCSEs during the 

summer of 2021. 

I live at home with my parents and four 

brothers. I enjoy my local area, including the 

community spirit and the various events that 

take place here. 

I started high school in September 2016. 

Soon after starting, I began struggling with 

my mental health. I started to frequently feel 

anxious and lost. I was oblivious to the fact 

I needed some extra help. It was only when 

my form tutor sat me down and explained 

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support. 

After finding my way out of the darkness, I 

became increasingly aware I was not alone 

in what I was facing. In fact, many people in 

my peer group were struggling with their 

mental health. Also, I realised the support I 

was receiving at my school was much more 

than any of my friends at other schools were 

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young people struggling to reach out for 

much-needed help. 

My struggles are not over, but I am on the 

road to recovery and have come a long way 

from where I started. However, many young 

people are in the midst of a crisis and in 

desperate need of help. Which is why I am 

fundraising for Young Minds through a 15km 

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Young Minds is a charity fighting for young 

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The stigma surrounding mental health is 

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Now, more than ever, we need to destigmatise 

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I am fortunate to have been residing in an area 

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OPEN 

DAY 

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11AM TO 5PM 

FREE ENTRY 

New Music by 

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New Lyrics by 

DICK SCANLAN 

Location: 

The Kenneth More Theatre, 

Ilford, IG1 1BT 

Wanstead Locksmiths 

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• Established in Wanstead over 35 years 

• First-class work at reasonable prices 

• Free advice and estimates 

• All types of locks opened 

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M: 07988 690 358 

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RECALL 

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INTERACTIVE PLAY 

DISTRACTION WORK 

FUN GAMES 

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McCarty & Smith 

Window restoration and upgrades in South Woodford 

McCarty & Smith specialise in the conversion of period timber windows to 

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Unit 2a, 109 Maybank Road, London, E18 1AB Tel: 020 8498 0219 


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Local community online 

AM PILATES 

Online classes for all levels, groups and 

private. Including pre- or post-natal exercise. 

Visit ampilateslondon.co.uk 

BABY SENSORY WANSTEAD 

Sensory classes for babies up to 13 months via 

Zoom. Including light shows and signing. 

Visit babysensory.com/wanstead 

CRESCENDO MUSIC ACADEMY 

Music and dance lessons for children and 

adults. Visit variationsdancestudio.co.uk 

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH 

The church is open for private prayer, with 

public worship online. Visit swvg.co.uk/htc 

JINGLEBOP 

Virtual music and movement classes for kids. 

Visit jinglebop.class4kids.co.uk 

Style your personal 

sanctuary — wherever 

that may be — with 

our décor-worthy 

Premium 

Diffusers, 

each 

designed 

to make 

a beautiful 

statement. 

Call Tara: 07796 417 876 


KUMON 

Maths and English tuition online. 

Visit kumon.co.uk/south-woodford 

MAGIKATS 

Tuition centre. Online workshops and offline 

packs. Visit magikats.co.uk/woodford 

PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY 

Sharing photography tips and advice. 

Visit wnstd.com/photo 

REDBRIDGE CLASSICAL DANCE 

Ballet classes online for children of all ages. 

Visit rcds-online.com 

REDBRIDGE MUSEUM 

A virtual tour the museum’s displays every 

Saturday at 11am, covering 200,000 years of 

Redbridge history. Visit wnstd.com/rmvirtual 

ROTARY CLUB 

The Rotary Club of Leytonstone and Woodford 

are meeting online. Call 020 3597 2921 

SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL 

Women volunteers committed to women’s 

empowerment. Visit swvg.co.uk/siel 

SUMMER READING CHALLENGE 2020 

Weekly online activities linked to the Summer 

Reading Challenge. Visit catandhutch.com 

TAPPY TOES 

Online toddler dance classes on Tuesdays and 

Thursdays at 10am. Visit wnstd.com/tappy 

TUTOR DOCTOR LEYTON & WANSTEAD 

Online and tutoring for all subjects and ages. 

Visit tutordoctor.co.uk/leyton-wanstead 

WANSTEAD SOCIAL DISTANCE CLUB 

Talks and discussions with diverse speakers. 

Visit wansteadium.com 

WOODFORD GREEN SPEAKERS 

Improve your public speaking skills. 

Email woodfordgreenspeakers@gmail.com 



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Useful numbers 

ADVICE & SUPPORT 

Samaritans116 123 

Citizens Advice Redbridge0300 330 9063 

Community Legal Advice0845 345 4 345 

HEALTH 

NHS 111111 

Whipps Cross Hospital020 8539 5522 

The Shrubberies Medical Centre020 8530 4108 

Glebelands Practice020 8989 6272 

South Woodford Health Centre 020 8491 3333 

Elmhurst Practice020 8491 3310 

The Broadway Surgery 020 8505 3204 

Southdene Surgery020 8530 3731 

Out of hours GP020 3770 1888 

LEISURE & LIBRARIES 

South Woodford Library & Gym020 8708 9067 

Woodford Green Library020 8708 9055 

Wanstead Library 020 8708 7400 

Wanstead Leisure Centre020 8989 1172 

The Oven Wizard 

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Then let us do it for you! 

The domestic 

oven cleaning 

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020 8981 4678 

Competitive Prices 

No mess, No fuss, No Smell 

We will deep clean your oven, removing 

all traces of grease and burnt on carbon, 

using non-caustic products. 

www.theovenwizard.com 

in South Woodford 

LOCAL COUNCILLORS South Woodford ward 

Beverley Brewer (Lab) 07741 329 779 

beverley.brewer@redbridge.gov.uk 

Michael Duffell (Con)07741 196 006 

michael.duffell@redbridge.gov.uk 

Suzanne Nolan (Con) 020 8708 9609 

suzanne.nolan@redbridge.gov.uk 

LOCAL COUNCILLORS Churchfields ward 

Stephen Adams (Con) 07741 330 461 

stephen.adams@redbridge.gov.uk 

Rosa Gomez (Lab)07741 194 517 

rosa.gomez@redbridge.gov.uk 

Clark Vasey (Con)07741 194 763 

clark.vasey@redbridge.gov.uk 

LOCAL MP Chingford and Woodford Green 

Iain Duncan Smith MP020 7219 3000 

iainduncansmith.org.uk 

LOCAL MP Ilford North 

Wes Streeting MP020 3475 7901 

wesstreeting.org 

LOCAL MP Leyton and Wanstead 

John Cryer MP020 8989 5249 

johncryermp.co.uk 

POLICE & NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH 

Emergency 999 

Non-emergency101 

Crimestoppers0800 555 111 

Neighbourhood Watch redbridgenhw.info 

Safer Neighbourhoods Teams020 8345 3616 

REDBRIDGE COUNCIL 

Customer contact centre020 8554 5000 

Report anti-social behaviour020 8478 4679 

UTILITIES 

Electricity (power cut)105 

Electricity emergency 0800 40 40 90 

Gas emergency0800 111 999 

Thames Water (report a leak) 0800 714 614 



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• Burst pipes 

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ACTING 

DSP Performing 39 

ADULT EDUCATION 

Redbridge Institute13 

BALLET 

Redbridge Classical Dance 22 

BARBERS 

Agy’s Barber Shop5 

BATHROOMS 

Bathworks 55 

BEAUTY 

Woodford House60 

BUILDER 

North London Loft Rooms26–27 

CEMETERY 

City of London Cemetery34–35 

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES 

Crescendo Music Academy 11 



Sylvestrian Leisure Centre 9 

Variations Dance Studio 11 

CLEANING 

The Oven Wizard 56 

COMPUTER MAINTENANCE 

Computer Rescue 22 

Problem Computers7 

COMPUTER SALES 

Computer Rescue 22 

COUNSELLING 

Counselling Helps 4 

DANCE 




DECORATORS 

AL Smith 6 

DENTIST 

Woodford House60 

EATING COACH 

Eat Sense5 

ELDERLY CARE 

Age UK37 


– Index of advertisers – 

ESTATE AGENTS 

Churchill Estates 30–31 

FLOORING 

Antique Wooden Floors17 

FRAGRANCES 

Scentsy10, 12 & 54 

GARAGE SERVICES 

Woodbridge Autos49 

GIFTS 

Scentsy10, 12 & 54 

GP CONSULTATION 

The Holly Private Hospital 59 

GUTTER CLEARING 

E18 Handyman 8 

Stuart Green Property Solutions51 

HAIRDRESSERS 

Hair 186 23 

HANDYMAN 



HOLISTIC HEALTH 

Eat Sense5 

HOSPITAL 

The Holly Private Hospital 21 & 59 

JOB VACANCY 

Age UK37 

LOFTS 


MUSIC 

Crescendo Music Academy 11 

NUTRITION 

Eat Sense5 

OVEN CLEANING 

The Oven Wizard 56 

PERFORMANCE ART 




PEST MANAGEMENT 

GJB Pest Management 47 

PHOTOGRAPHY 

Geoff Wilkinson46 

PHYSIOTHERAPY 

Atkins Physiotherapy 4 

PLANNING & DESIGN 


PLASTERING 

AL Smith 6 

Heritage Plaster Services29 

PLUMBING & HEATING 

Heating Plus41 

Wanstead Group57 

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE 

AL Smith 6 



RESTAURANTS 

Ajanta Express Kitchen 1 

SCHOOLS 

Park School For Girls17 

St Aubyn’s School19 

SOLICITORS 

Wiseman Lee LLP 43 

SPORT & LEISURE 

Sylvestrian Leisure Centre 9 

SPORTS MASSAGE 

Atkins Physiotherapy 4 

STAIRLIFTS 

Right Choice Mobility51 

STORAGE 

BWI Self Storage16 

TAKEAWAY 

Ajanta Express Kitchen 1 

TUITION & COURSES 

Kumon46 

MagiKats 23 

Redbridge Institute13 

WILL WRITING 

Wiseman Lee LLP 43 

WINDOW RESTORATION 

McCarty & Smith 53 

WINDOW SHUTTERS 

Woodthorpe Joinery2 

WINE TASTING 

East London Wine School16 



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