On Tuesday 24th May, the day it opened to the public, I thought I’d take the District Line to Whitechapel to see if could go for a ride on the Elizabeth Line. But when I
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Author: Alan T
I've lived in Bow since 1985, and am fascinated by the rich history of the East End. I'm also interested in all the recent ongoing changes.
Victoria Park Bandstand
Victoria Park Bandstand Season See Victoria Park Friends Group for latest news.
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Free 1921 Census Exhibition
Across town at the National Archives in Kew there’s a free exhibition on called The 1920s: Beyond the Roar. It shows how people from all sections of society experienced the 1920s. They’ve put original material
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Try glassblowing or have your portrait taken
Try out glassblowing? Have your portrait taken with a mid 19th Century photographic process? Both are available on Saturday 30th April, and Sunday 1st May 2022 at Trinity Buoy Wharf. The sessions are free, but
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Setup a Social Enterprise, Swim Outdoors, Olympic Legacy walk & ABBA
Get help to run a Social Enterprise Live in Tower Hamlets, Hackney or Newham? Looking to create a businesses which is both profit making and delivers serious social and/or environmental outcomes? Pitch your business idea
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