Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day in the Royal Docks
It’s Father’s Day on Sunday 21 June and the Royal Docks is full of ways to make the occasion memorable, from dockside adventures and a dad’s eat free offer at Fox Excel to Formula E and free London Festival of Architecture events. It’s the perfect place to celebrate the father figure in your life. Read our guide to start planning your celebration:
Restaurants, Pubs & Waterfront Dining
- Enjoy a free main or roast for Dad with any main purchased on 21 June at The Fox Excel
- Juicy loaded burgers and craft beer at Husk Brewery
- Contemporary Indian street food inspired cuisine at Café Spice Namasté
- Handmade dim sum and Cantonese classics at Yi Ban
- Dockside gastropub set within the Grade II listed Galyons steeped in history
- Brunch, cocktails and seasonal Puglian dishes at Yapix Coffee and Wine House
- Visit Husk Brewing is an independent, family-owned microbrewery and taproom
Things to Do
Adventurous and sport
- Book tickets to see high-speed racing at Formula E’s season finale at Excel London
- Indoor bouldering for all levels at Rise Climb in Canning Town, with routes for beginners to experienced climbers
- Wakeboarding and paddleboarding at WakeUp Docklands
- Join Beckton Parkrun, a friendly 5k for all abilities
Laid back and relaxed
- Attend free London Festival of Architecture events. Royal Victoria is a featured neighbourhood for LFA 2026, hosting 10+ free events from 1–30 June exploring the theme of belonging through art trails, building tours and family workshops.
- Ride the Thames Clipper from Royal Wharf Pier, a scenic way to explore London via the Thames
- Hire a Brompton Bike from £5 at Custom House, West Silvertown, Canning Town, Royal Albert, Beckton and Gallions Reach and explore the Royal Docks on two wheels
- Stroll along the dock and enjoy the waterfront views Visit Immerse LDN for immersive digital adventures
- Ride the London Cable Car, a fun way to see the docks from above
- Explore the Royal Docks walking, running and cycling trails
Creative and crafts
- Explore The Line, a free public art trail connecting the docks with Greenwich
- Do pottery at Bonbon Pottery, a creative hands-on session for all ages
Grooming and self-care
- Traditional Turkish barber experience at Cage Barbers, featuring hot towels, facial treatments, face mask, and a relaxing mini massage
- Sauna experience at Sweheat Sauna, a relaxing dockside escape
Find out more
To discover more things happening in the Royal Docks, visit the What’s On page.
