Creative Careers at the Docks

Royal Docks Originals

Creative Careers at the Docks

Aged 18 – 30? Kickstart your creative career

The creative economy is one of the fastest growing in the UK and one in five jobs in London are creative ones! We’ll give you practical knowledge of the roles available in the creative and cultural industries, and how best to access them.

There will also be employer-led workshops, near-peer creative discussions and an interactive marketplace with job opportunities. Presented by the Royal Docks Team in partnership with award-winning charity, A New Direction.

It’s free, but booking is required.

Time & date

Thurs 25 Sept 2025

12 – 5pm

Location

Good Hotel, Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock, London, E16 1FA

Tickets

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For your visit

Food & Drink

Starbucks Coffee

Just off the walkway linking Custom House DLR with the ExCeL, this branch is a favourite quiet spot for students.

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Places To Stay

Travelodge London ExCeL

A good budget choice, eight minutes walk from the ExCeL centre.

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Food & Drink

Waterfront Street Kitchen & Bar

Waterfront Street Kitchen & Bar serves up a street food inspired menu packed full of flavours.

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