Events
Missing Medals: Unearthing Invisible Seafaring Histories of Empire'
A walking tour exploring migration and British imperialism. Asif Shakoor, will tell the story of his migrant grandfather, Mahomed Gama, who enlisted in the Mercantile Marine and arriving on SS Khiva at the Royal Victoria Dock in December 1917 and his search for his grandfather’s missing war medals. He will unearth the invisible seafaring histories of Empire touring hidden sites around the vicinity of the Royal Victoria Dock.
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Bio:
Asif Shakoor is an independent scholar. He grew up in Manor Park and studied at the University of East London. His grandfather, Mahomed Gama, enlisted in the Mercantile Marine and arrived at the Royal Victoria Dock in December 1917. He has presented research at national conferences and local events.
For your visit
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IFS Cloud Cable Car
This cable car flying between the Royal Docks and North Greenwich offers panoramic views of the river.
Food & Drink
Tapa Tapa
Tapas at this red-bricked Spanish place just inside the ExCeL comes traditional or with a modern twist.
Activities
NASSA Sport
Community basketball club for 8 to 18 year-olds from Newham, in partnership with UEL.