Old Ford Picture Palace opened in 1910. It was re-named the Ritz Cinema in 1937, and closed in 1961. The street numbers have increased after the recent rebuilding. The 1935 Street Directory shows that 55
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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.
The Geezers Club has reopened!
The Geezers Club reopened for the first time in over 15 months on Tuesday 29th June 2021. They meet weekly on Tuesdays between 2pm – 4pm at The Tredegar Community Centre, 333 Morville Street, Bow,
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Grab a Jab in Tower Hamlets
Update 21st Dec 2021 The Tower Hamlets Council website lists bookable and walk-in local vaccination centres here. Anybody over the age of 18 can get a walk-in Covid-19 first vaccination in Tower Hamlets 7 days
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Museum of the Home, Nutrition Advice, Alzheimer’s, Unpaid Carers
Museum of the Home, Hoxton The former Geffrye Museum on Kingsland Road has recently reopened following an £18 million refurbishment. It’s nearly doubled in size, runs across three floors, and has all new exhibits. The
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Over 18? Get your first covid vaccination this Sat 19th June
Update 21st Dec 2021 The Tower Hamlets Council website lists bookable and walk-in local vaccination centres here. This special session for North East London residents takes place at the London Stadium in the Olympic Park.
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