Art & Culture
Doodling the Docks Drawing class
Learn to sketch local landmarks in this fun workshop where you will create your very own dock landscape with local artist Matt Ponting.
Beckton based Artist and Illustrator Matt Ponting specialises in colourful architectural drawings that bring the local area to life. His artwork has been used on jigsaws and chocolate bars.
Instructions and materials for participants to prepare: To doodle along with the video, you’ll need pens, paper, and felt-pens/colouring pencils.
For your visit
Art & Culture
Making Space: Go the Distance
Installation artwork by Jessie Brennan, created with Peacock Gym by collecting images from the archive of this renowned community boxing hub.
Places To Stay
Connaught House Hotel
This Grade II-listed building provides comfortable rooms and classic pub dining.
New Arrival
Food & Drink
The Royal Standard
The Royal Standard has re-opened under new management as a family-run pub that welcomes everybody, including children until 6pm.
