Royal Docks Originals

Yara + Davina's Pet Balloon Service

How did you decide what to name your pet? From places to locations, the process of turning a word into a name can have a fascinating tale and artist duo YARA + DAVINA want to hear them. For this joyful public artwork, they’re giving away balloon animals in the Royal Docks in exchange for stories about why people name their pets.

Locations:

16 October – Royal Victoria Dock (close to Oiler Bar E16 1AG)
23 October – Thames Barrier Park E16 2HP
30 October – Royal Docks Originals Family Weekender at RAW Labs (close to Well Bean Café E16 2GU)

Suitable for all ages.

Time & date

16,23 & 30 Oct
11:30am till 4:30pm each day

Location

23 October: Thames Barrier Park E16 2HP. 30 October: RAW Labs (close to Well Bean Café E16 2GU)

Tickets

Free - just show up!

For your visit

Art & Culture

Lightship 93

A photo shoot location like no other: a meticulously-preserved lighthouse vessel.

Silvertown

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Food & Drink

Cafe Bonane

Down-to-earth cafe serving fried breakfasts and hearty lunches on the dockside.

Royal Victoria Dock

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Food & Drink

Sainsbury's Local

Open every day 7am til 11pm.

Silvertown

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