The tragic story of Wanstead House, and the dramatic relationship between Catherine and ‘Wicked’ William Long-Wellesley, is a vibrant part of Wanstead’s history. But lesser known is what exactly happened to their three children after the palatial mansion was demolished to pay off William’s colossal debts. This is a tale of yet further loss, betrayal and destruction – with a glimmer of hope thrown in to lighten the mood – a heady mixture which was to profoundly shape the Wanstead landscape we know and love so well today.

Please come along to my talk at Wanstead Cricket Club on Tuesday 16th September 2025 at 7.30pm to learn all.

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