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James Lane
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Leytonstone’s architecture: from James Lane to Derek Jacobi – and ‘Hollywood’

Self-taught local architectural historian Michael De la Lama talks us through five more fascinating local houses
Books

Six Things We Learnt This Week – from pop-ups to geese in trees

Phlox, Crate Brewery, Yard Sale, Yardarm, Marmelo: tips and observations for the last few days of lockdown
Antelope Leyton
Community

The Antelope, Leyton: let’s all save this historic pub

We speak to campaigner Curran McKay on the landmark boozer's essential place in the community
Community

Hands off Leyton Marsh! Watch this short film

Local conservationist Ian Phillips shows how destructive the new Lea Valley Ice Centre will be to the natural habitat
Community

Autumn walks? Why Wanstead Park is our #1

There's almost nowhere more beautiful than a seasonal hike around the perimeter of its many ponds
Community

Take The High Road: an awesome 26-minute film about Leytonstone

Local filmmakers Marcus Shepherd and Stow Film Lounge have produced an enlightening look at the heart of E11
Art

Six Things We Learnt This Week: Black History Month, Luna Lounge RIP and more

How to mark the start of Black History Month locally. Plus Leytonstone Loves Film, Mora, and Abbott's Park
Bread and Oregano Leyton
Coffee

Champagne waaa! Six Things We Learnt This Week

Two community jumble trails, the pleasures of Wild Goose - and the most hilarious name ever for a development?