James Kaguima has played a key role in shaping inclusive, creative opportunities across the Royal Docks. In this Meet the Dockers interview, we caught up with James to hear more about his journey, his hopes for the area, his work on Docks Factor, and why creativity rooted in community matters.
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.
Got an hour in your schedule or want to explore on your own time? Check out this list of activities always on as part of the festival.
Rekindling is most mesmerising after night fall so it will be lit around 7.15pm. Arrived early? Great! Here are some great things to do in Royal Victoria Dock while you wait for the enchanting Rekindling experience to begin and even afterwards!
Robert de Jong, Director of the Royal Docks Centre for Sustainability at UEL, brings over 20 years’ experience in urban regeneration. In this Meet the Dockers interview, he reflects on his journey and the centre's role in promoting innovation, skills, and community engagement through initiatives like Discovery Day, part of the Royal Docks Originals festival.
Looking for a fun family day out this autumn? We've got you covered
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.
