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Luke Gray is a painter and muralist with deep ties to the Royal Docks. In this Meet the Dockers interview, he discusses the inspiration behind his striking mural, Threads of Arrival, which is part of the Royal Docks Originals festival.

Looking for a London day out that’s anything but ordinary? The Royal Docks delivers. From water-level adventures to insta-worthy hangouts, take a look at our highlights for grown-ish fun.

Ahead of the Compressor House opening events, we caught up with the team behind Hair 4 Newham: Fashion & Finance. In this Meet the Dockers interview, they talk about their event, Compressor House, and joining the Royal Docks creative movement.

An awe-inspiring fire installation featuring Compagnie Carabosse with Royal Docks communities.

Got an hour or want to explore on your own time? Check out this list of activities always on as part of the festival.

Robert de Jong brings over 20 years of experience leading sustainability programmes in urban regeneration to his role as Director of the Royal Docks Centre for Sustainability (RDCS) at University of East London (UEL), Docklands Campus.

Explore 50+ events happening across the Royal Docks from 15 September - 4 October.

Compressor House is reopening as a vibrant new cultural and community hub, and everyone is invited to the house warming.

Carlton Fontaine-Nowell is a rising producer and creative talent whose passion for production, photography, video editing, and storytelling led him to apply for the Creative Newham Cultural Producers Programme. He is now working as a Trainee Cultural Producer with the Royal Docks Culture and Activation Team.

Successful applicants will receive up to £250 to share their personal stories and the history of the Royal Docks, using our detailed 3D model of the area. This opportunity is part of Royal Docks Originals a free arts festival, running from 15 September to 4 October.

Excel London – part of ADNEC Group, a Modon company – has successfully hosted the inaugural event in its new state-of-the-art expansion – making it the largest fully integrated conference and exhibition centre in Europe.

Local school children recently joined forces with Projekt’s Pump House in Royal Victoria Dock for some PolliNation Action, as part of this year’s Royal Docks Originals festival.

The Royal Docks Team is delighted to announce its continued support for the next cycle of Newham’s People Powered Places programme (2025–2027).

Mayor of London launches procurement for Royal Albert Dock transformation.

A vibrant new mixed-use employment hub and residential development.