East London and West Essex Guardian

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
2 'exquisite' historic London buildings that 'take you back in time' named UK's best
The Telegraph has pulled together a list of Britain’s 10 greatest Tudor buildings, with two London spots recognised.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 18:10:54 +0000
E-bike rider dies after ‘tragic’ crash with horse and cart in Chingford
A man has died after a crash between an e-bike and horse and cart - with an arrest made.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:25:00 +0000
Time to talk - small conversations make a big difference
Andrew Brookes from Mind in West Essex encourages everyone to start open, supportive conversations about mental health this Time to Talk Day.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
All the London Underground closures you need to be aware of this weekend listed
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 6 to February 8) and don't be caught out.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:23:49 +0000
Jeremy Clarkson, James May, Richard Hammond replacements on The Grand Tour confirmed
See the new presenters replacing Jeremy Clarkson, James May, and Richard Hammond on Amazon Prime Video's The Grand Tour.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:22:22 +0000
Virgin Media customers urged to check TV guide as 3 brand-new channels added
Virgin Media O2 has revealed that it has added new Rakuten TV channels, at no extra cost to customers.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:21:54 +0000
Greggs launches new range across the UK this week - your chance to try items for free
Greggs' new Iced Matcha range will be launching in stores on Thursday, February 5, and there's a chance for people to try an item for free

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:59:49 +0000
Flabbergasted and gobsmacked are among the words people would love to see comeback
Flabbergasted, chuffed and gobsmacked are among the words people would love to see make a comeback.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:37:58 +0000
It takes three attempts to get the 'perfect snap' - research reveals
Phone owners have more than 2,000 photos stored on their device – but consider less than half of them to be 'good.'

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:34:16 +0000
Gen Z are leading the way when it comes to investing
Gen Z are leading the way when it comes to investing – with more than double the number putting their cash to work investing for the future compared to Baby Boomers.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:30:00 +0000
UK travel company closes down with all flights and tours cancelled
UK travel company, Asiara UK Ltd, which sold flights and tour packages to destinations in Asia, has ceased trading.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:30:00 +0000
Revealed - which east London borough had the most crime in the first month this year?
Monthly Metropolitan Police data has revealed which east London borough had the most criminal offences reported in January 2026.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:24:43 +0000
Walthamstow man sexually assaulted sleeping woman on late-night Jubilee line train
A sexual predator has been jailed after targeting a sleeping woman on a late-night train.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:49:22 +0000
De Montfort University campus in Leicester closes amid 'very serious incident'
De Montfort University campus in Leicester has been closed by police amid a "very serious incident”

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:10:47 +0000
Anne Hegerty reveals details of new spin-off of The Chase as filming to start soon
Anne Hegerty has confirmed filming for a new travel spin-off The Chase begins in May, as the popular ITV quiz show expands internationally.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:40:53 +0000
Martin Lewis warning to workers on pension auto enrolment and why it is 'free money'
Millions of UK workers are missing out on 'free money' by opting out of pension auto enrolment, according to consumer expert Martin Lewis.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:39:11 +0000
Tesco Clubcard vouchers warning as £11m in rewards must be used by February deadline
Tesco customers are being warned to check their accounts urgently as £11 million worth of Tesco Clubcard vouchers are set to expire

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:38:11 +0000
'Very rare' Royal Mint Shakespeare £2 coin selling for more than £50 on eBay
A 'very rare' £2 coin has sold for 26 times its face value because of one subtle error.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:36:14 +0000
EasyJet issues important warning to Brits planning holidays this year
easyJet advises passengers to check their passports before flying and replace them in good time if ripped so they can fly

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:11:13 +0000
Snooker legend and commentator John Virgo dies aged 79 as tributes paid
John Virgo, who has died aged 79, was known for his playing career in snooker as well as being a commentator for the sport on the BBC

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000
East London thug who killed law student over a jacket attacks prison guards
A man who killed a law student over a designer jacket in Walthamstow has had his sentence extended for attacking prison officers.

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:47:00 +0000
MP meets posties 'who keep society running'
Calvin Bailey MP opens Royal Mail’s eco-friendly Leyton Delivery Office, showcasing electric vans, green upgrades and commitment to Net Zero by 2040.

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:21:08 +0000
Men arrested after two stabbed an hour apart in east London
After two men were stabbed in east London, police believe the incidents are linked and have made two arrests.

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
East London hospice awarded £300k but says more needed
Saint Francis Hospice in east London receives £300,000 government funding for ward refurbishment, but warns more hospice care funding is urgently needed.

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:00:33 +0000
Blackadder star Stephen Fry lands 'quirky' leading role in new US drama
Stephen Fry will be back on American TV screens as he's landed a major role in new Fox drama The Interrogator where he'll play a former MI6 spy, Conrad Henry.

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:46:02 +0000
Full Celebrity Bake Off lineup revealed from popular radio host to iconic singer
Scott Mills, Molly-Mae Hague and Rag’n’Bone Man are among the stars taking part in The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer.

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:45:40 +0000
Martin Lewis simple £10 gadget that could cut energy bills by £40 every winter
Martin Lewis’ MoneySavingExpert (MSE) team has highlighted a simple, low-cost gadget that could help households cut costs as winter energy bills land. Many are looking to make savings, and some may already have it sitting unused in their homes.

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:45:06 +0000
Netflix to stop working on these TV boxes within weeks - are you affected?
BT has confirmed that Netflix will stop working on some of its TV boxes soon due to a planned update on the app.

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:21:17 +0000
Haven House children's hospice to step in after closure of Richard House
Haven House Children’s Hospice has been asked to support families in Newham, Tower Hamlets, and City & Hackney after Richard House Children's Hospice closed.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:40:00 +0000
Friendly and playful Harley is hoping to find her forever family
Harley is a gorgeous one‑year‑old female cat Harley is looking for a forever home.

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:52:08 +0000
Why your £2 coin could be worth £500 and how to spot it
The rare coin, which has been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation and features an error that makes it extremely valuable

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:52:33 +0000
Silent Witness Series 29 full cast list as BBC show relocates to new city
Vinette Robinson and Lydia Wilson will be among the guest stars joining the usual cast as Silent Witness returns for its 29th series on the BBC

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:50:37 +0000
Amazon Fire TV stick users urged to change one setting that can help reduce lag
If you want to reduce the lag on your TV when using an Amazon Fire TV stick, you should make a change to this setting

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:50:11 +0000
'Dodgy' Fire Stick users warned about dangers linked to illegal streaming devices
Those using 'dodgy' TV Fire Sticks/Boxes have been reminded of the dangers associated with using illegal streaming devices after a recent survey.

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 14:28:06 +0000
Man in hospital after being stabbed outside bar in Chingford Mount
A man has been taken to hospital after a stabbing outside a bar in Chingford Mount.

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 10:25:47 +0000
RECAP as police close road after man stabbed in Chingford Mount
A reported "police incident" has resulted in the closure of a road in Chingford Mount this morning, with buses on diversion.

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 08:19:00 +0000
Remembering Alfred Barratt, Nazeing’s pioneering press photographer
Nazeing History Workshop explores the life of Fleet Street photographer Alfred Barratt, founder of Barratt’s Photo Press Ltd, and his lasting connections to Nazeing in this look back at a forgotten local pioneer.

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000
All the major works being planned for properties in Waltham Forest
Latest Waltham Forest Council planning applications: home extensions, dormer roofs, HMO use, school upgrades, environmental conditions, and more.

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Inside the ‘delicious’ bakery under a railway arch earning Michelin praise
FORNO bakery is hidden under a London railway arch and has been praised by the Michelin Guide.

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Enjoy Aga life in this airy Mock Tudor home
Spacious 4-bed semi-detached house for sale in Mount Echo Drive, London E4, featuring a 120ft garden, garage, parking, and mock Tudor style, for £850,000.

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
More than 500 children and young people helped by £60,000 grant
London Freemasons grant £60,000 to Back Up Trust, supporting over 500 UK children with spinal cord injuries and their families through specialist services.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000
East Londoners jailed in January including laughing teen who killed homeless man
The east London criminals jailed in January including a Dagenham teen who killed a homeless man near King's Cross station.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 09:48:57 +0000
RECAP after rail line BLOCKED due to 'object in overhead wires'
An object caught in the overhead electric wires has blocked the Suffragette Line.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 08:42:00 +0000
The Loughton footy team whose unstoppable run powers them into National Cup last 16
Roding Valley Year 11 football team power into the National Cup last 16 after a series of gritty, disciplined and hard‑fought wins.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Step inside the London church with a hidden serene, monastery‑style garden
Christchurch Greyfriars Church Garden is tucked away near St Paul's Cathedral and is one of London's best hidden gems.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 18:54:13 +0000
Sir Tony Blair leads tributes for 'great friend' Lord Triesman who has died aged 82
Lord Triesman, a Labour former minister and former chair of the Football Association, has died aged 82.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 11:28:33 +0000
Andrew 'pictured crouched over woman' in latest batch of Epstein files released
The latest release of files linked to Jeffrey Epstein appears to show Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor crouched over an unidentified woman

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:23:01 +0000
Mum diagnosed with rare cancer says daughter has been her 'biggest cheerleader'
Chingford mum Anna Mills and daughter Penny organise Walthamstow bake sale to raise funds for Sarcoma UK after rare cancer diagnosis and recovery.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 11:50:23 +0000
Community art exhibition opens to public for first time at East London gallery
Ley Lines at SPACE Ilford showcases Redbridge community art using 3D scanning and storytelling. Visit this interactive exhibition until June 2026.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Five businesses receive top marks in latest Waltham Forest food inspections
Waltham Forest food hygiene ratings January 2026: Pavilion Bakery & Cafe, Ashwood House, and more earn top scores in latest Food Standards Agency inspections.

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