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Vintage events company, Hackney Flea, has announced their most ambitious venture yet - the Docklands Flea launching this June at Silverworks Island in the heart of the Royal Docks.

Hakan Elbir is a social entrepreneur and the CEO and Founder of Dialogue Café. We spoke with Hakan about his journey into the food and beverage industry, the inspiration behind Dialogue Café and its significant role in creating inclusive community connections in the Royal Docks.

The Sound Waves project is capturing 60 years of music history in Newham from iconic performances to local music-led movements.

Women play a vital role in enriching the Royal Docks community and our city, but they’re not always recognised. We’re celebrating some of the inspirational local women who are transforming the area through activism, creativity, and business. Happy International Women’s Day!

Located on the northern bank of Silvertown, the Thames Barrier has been voted London’s most underrated tourist attraction by The Times. How cool is that?!

Happy World Book Day 2025, a celebration of authors, illustrators, books and the joy of reading. The day is particularly popular with children, who are encouraged to go to school dressed as their favourite book characters.

A vibrant new public mural is set to transform the Pump House in Royal Victoria Dock this summer, marking the beginning of an exciting artistic journey for the area.

The Royal Docks Team is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from partner(s) to establish a compelling community, digital, cultural, and commercial vision for Compressor House.

To celebrate International Women’s Day, the Meet the Dockers interview series is showcasing stories from women who connect with, live or work in the Royal Docks.

The Royal Docks Centre is offering 25 hours of free venue hire in 2025 to local community organisations.

Dialogue Café at the Royal Docks Centre for Sustainability is a pioneering social enterprise setting new standards for inclusivity and innovation in our community.

The countdown has begun to the opening of the Silvertown Tunnel on 7th April 2025. TfL is encouraging low-income residents, local businesses, and charities to pre-register for Silvertown and Blackwall Tunnel user charge discounts.

February half term is just around the corner. We have plenty of ideas to keep children and young people happy and entertained in the Royal Docks. Read our guide to discover highlights of activities, events and places to visit.

Sam Barker and Emma Daly are the visionary cofounders of Shakti Space, a dynamic new yoga studio in Canning Town. They share their paths into wellbeing, the life-changing benefits of yoga and their decision to return to Sam’s east London roots to launch Shakti Space in the heart of the Royal Docks redevelopments.

Calling all creatives based in Royal Docks workspaces