August 2023

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Wanstead Village Directory
Local councillors urge NatWest not
to close Wanstead’s last bank
More than 2,000 butterflies counted
on ‘scruffy site’ near Wanstead Park
©Tim Harris
Small Skipper
Local councillors are urging NatWest to
reconsider the proposal to close their branch
in Wanstead. “This well-used branch provides
a critical service for local people, including
those who may struggle with online banking
and find it difficult to travel further afield,” said
Councillor Jo Blackman. The branch – the last
remaining bank in Wanstead – is scheduled to
close on 31 October. In a statement, NatWest
said: “We’re getting in touch with customers
and engaging the local community to talk
through our decision.” Call 0131 380 6528
MOBILE
FOOTCARE
COVERING WANSTEAD &
SURROUNDING AREAS
A local naturalist has recorded over 2,000
butterflies on a patch of land adjacent to
Wanstead Park. “Scruffy sites can sometimes
be overlooked for their value for nature. One
such site is the area of old football pitches
near Royston Gardens. I call this Royston
Meadow. I did a butterfly transect there and
counted an astonishing 2,330 Essex and Small
Skippers, plus a smaller number of other
species. And this count is just of those close to
the path, the true number in the area can only
be guessed at!” said Tim Harris.
Wanstead business owners invited to
meet at local gatherings
• Corn & callus reduction
• Nail care
(cutting, thinning, ingrown toenail removal)
• Cracked heel treatment
• Diabetic checks & advice
All treatments include
massage of lower limbs and feet
CALL AMANDA: 07912 851 515
LOOKING AFTER FEET FOR 20 YEARS
Three Wanstead business owners have
established a new monthly business meetup
to foster local support and networking
opportunities. “Held on the second Tuesday of
every month at 7pm, the free ‘Keeping it Local
Wanstead’ informal gatherings take place at
various local pubs and eateries. The inaugural
event took place in June at The Cuckfield,
followed by July’s gathering at The Bull. It is
open to all business owners in E11 and E18,”
said founders Anna Potts, Carlos Gonzalez and
Clare Hughes. Visit wnstd.com/kilw
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