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North woolwich library entrance with a sign advertising film nights

Community

North Woolwich Library

This is more than a library; here you'll find a homework club, model railway society, and more.

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Children outside waving a colourful banner

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Royal Docks Learning & Activity Centre

RDLAC has spent 50 years serving the North Woolwich community, from after-school clubs to conservation projects.

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A woman serving herself from a table full of food

Community

Asta Community Hub

Asta takes a holistic approach, supporting the North Woolwich and Silvertown community from birth to old age.

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University of East London

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University of East London

UEL's docklands campus is known for its state-of-the-art sports facilities and formiddable reputation.

Children on an outdoor grass track

Community

Britannia Village Hall

A hall-for-hire that holds 200; home to multi-faith activities, exercise classes, English lessons, and more.

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Children working at computers

Community

Shipman Youth Zone

Drop-in youth centre for 11-19 year-olds with snooker, table tennis, and computer facilities on offer.

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Go the distance artwork by Jessie Brennan

Art & Culture

Making Space: Go the Distance

Installation artwork by Jessie Brennan, created with Peacock Gym by collecting images from the archive of this renowned community boxing hub.

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The People's Plan by Jessie Brennan

Art & Culture

Making Space: The People’s Plan

Large-scale artwork reproducing ‘The People’s Plan for the Royal Docks,’ a 1980s community-led project to oppose the airport.

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Custom House

Art & Culture

Making Space: Custom House Is Our House

Installation art comprising a life-sized group portrait of individuals who live and work on Freemasons Road. Part of the Making Space series by Jessie Brennan.

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Take Your Place art on a building

Art & Culture

Making Space: Take Your Place

This final part of Jessie Brennan’s public art series was created in collaboration with the sports communities at Royal Docks Adventure.

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Chairs and tables inside the Royal Whard Community Dock

Community

Royal Wharf Community Dock

From adult ballet classes to dance and drama classes for kids, this new centre in the heart of Royal Wharf has begun with a bang.

Silvertown
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The Community Shop Newham

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The Community Shop Newham

Check out the exciting range of artisan products from the shop run by the community for the community

Canning Town
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Activities

NASSA Sport

Community basketball club for 8 to 18 year-olds from Newham, in partnership with UEL.

Activities

Fight For Peace

Boxing and martial arts club helping young people affected by crime and violence achieve their potential.

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Community

London Borough of Newham

The dockside HQ of Newham Council.

Royal Albert Dock
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Community

Henley Arms

A local fixture since 1901, this pub seems untouched since its post-war refurbishment. Step back in time and enjoy a pint over a game of darts.

North Woolwich
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New Arrival

Food & Drink

The Royal Standard

The Royal Standard has re-opened under new management as a family-run pub that welcomes everybody, including children until 6pm.

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New Arrival

Food & Drink

The Snack Shack

Homemade cakes and hot food are on offer at this friendly and laid-back spot on St. John’s Green.

North Woolwich
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