Jimi Hendrix fan Neandra Etienne was dismayed to discover that a plaque commemorating where he wrote the lyrics to Purple Haze in Forest Gate had been taken down. So she launched a personal mission to recover and renovate the plaque.

With the new Newham Heritage plaque in hand she said:

I felt strongly because I want people to know the story behind one of his most famous and iconic songs. I was so happy I was able to make a contribution to his legacy, which is also a part of Forest Gate history.

The plaque will be put up in a special ceremony when Covid allows.

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