Preparations are already underway for next year’s Leytonstone Festival, with an open meeting set to be held next week.

The 22nd festival will take place next July and proposed events will be announced at the meeting, where people can help trustees draw up plans and suggest fundraising ideas.

This year’s 11-day festival featured a number of events throughout Leytonstone, including historical talks, arts and culture, and live music.

The meeting will take place on Wednesday at 7pm at 877 High Road, Leytonstone, which is next door to the Star of India restaurant.