Royal Docks Originals
Compressor House Warming
***Please note on Saturday 4th October there is no DLR service this no service between Prince Regent and Beckton. A replacement bus service DLR2 operates between Prince Regent and Gallions Reach via Royal Albert, Beckton Park, Cyprus and Beckton. Compressor House is approx. a 15min walk from Price Regent DLR.
You can plan your journey via the TfL website: https://tfl.gov.uk***
Come inside, celebrate and explore this iconic building following its refurbishment (thanks to the London Borough of Newham’s Levelling Up funding). Now home to a 3D model of the Royal Docks, join us for a series of talks and discussions on the future of the area as this historic industrial landmark is reimagined as a space for creativity and community.
Join us for our Compressor House Warming events:
Compressor House Warming: Arrivals + Departures
Mon 29 Sept - Sat 4 Oct
An artwork by YARA + DAVINA that explores birth, death and the journey in between.
Compressor House Warming: Charabancs and Cadillacs
Mon 29 Sept - Sat 4 Oct
Open a magic time capsule to discover Newham’s transport history and its impact on people’s lives.
Compressor House Warming: River of Hope
Mon 29 Sept - Sat 4 Oct
A showcase of film and art inspired by reflections of the river
Compressor House Warming: Unearthing Invisible Seafaring Histories of Empire
Mon 29 Sept
An art installation and screening to commemorate 19th and 20th sailors at the Docks
Compressor House Warming: Model Talk Series
Thurs 2nd - Sat 4th Oct
Learn about the stories of the Royal Docks – past, present and future and delve into the heritage of the area, as told by the community!
Compressor Housewarming: Royal Docks Reimagined
Thurs 2nd - Sat 4th Oct
Bring your creative energy, crafty fingers and friends and family to reimagine the Royal Docks neighbourhoods, green spaces, water ways and community centres.
Compressor House Warming: The Newham Plays
Mon 29th - Fri 3rd Oct
See a series of powerful plays on film by writer and lecturer, James Kenworth.
Browse the full Royal Docks Originals programme
For your visit
Activities
Royal Docks Adventure
Power boats, rowing boats, dragon boats, canoes – everything you need for an afternoon on the water.
Places To Stay
Moxy London ExCeL
Marriott's boutique brand, Moxy, offers a laid-back alternative with cheerful colours and cheaper rates.
Food & Drink
Yi-Ban
This Chinese restaurant occupies a floor of the London Regatta Centre overlooking the Docks, meaning diners can plane-watch over a plate of dim sum.