A CONSERVATION group will welcome an expert speaker later this summer.

'The Great Gardens of Wanstead Park' will be given by Dr Sally Jeffrey, from Birbeck College at the University of London, on September 8, who will give a fascinating insight into the history of the area.

She has been invited by the Friends of Wanstead Parklands, who work to preserve and raise awareness of the historical character of the parks in the Wanstead area.

The talk will be held at Wanstead House Community Centre and will start at 7:30pm.

Admission is £3 or £1 for Friends members. For more information, visit www.wansteadpark.org.uk.