A NEW adaptation of a William Thackeray novel has been filmed in Wanstead.

Recording of the latest televisual adaptation of “Vanity Fair” took place in Overton Drive and St, Mary’s Church.

The programme is a joint venture between ITV and Amazon.

Olivia Cooke will play the lead role of Becky Sharp.

Mammoth Screen, the company that makes ITV series Victoria, is overseeing production.