Art & Culture
Black Pound Market 2024
Saturday 19 October, 12-4pm, Rathbone Market.
The market promotes and spotlights Black businesses and entrepreneurs in Newham, and is part of Newham Council’s Black History Month programme.
If you’re interested in being a stallholder at the market you can find more information and apply (by 9am on Mon 9 September) here: https://www.newhamblackhistory.org/events/black-pound-market-apply-for-a-stall/
For your visit
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.
Food & Drink
Starbucks Coffee
Just off the walkway linking Custom House DLR with the ExCeL, this branch is a favourite quiet spot for students.
Community
University of East London
UEL's docklands campus is known for its state-of-the-art sports facilities and formiddable reputation.