Rekindling

Royal Docks Originals

Rekindling

French fire alchemists, Compagnie Carabosse and Royal Docks communities combine to create Rekindling, an evocative fire installation on land and water. Featuring sounds, music and stories from around the docks, Rekindling will reflect on memories of the past and hopes for Royal Docks’ future.

Rekindling explores the metamorphosis of the Royal Docks. Built during the Industrial Revolution as the largest enclosed docks in the world, Royal Docks aided London’s growth as a global city. Now the area is reemerging as a centre for enterprise, innovation and culture powered by its diverse communities, pioneering spirit, and global links.

One of France’s most important street arts groups, Compagnie Carabosse have delighted thousands of visitors across the world. Rekindling will be the company’s first visit to the capital since the London’s Burning event in 2016, which marked 350 years since the Great Fire of London.

This event will be just as spectacular - don’t miss it!

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Time & date

Thursday 25 September and Friday 26 September
from 6.30pm until 10pm

Location

Royal Victoria Dock (next to City Hall), Kamal Chunchie Way, London, E16 1ZE

Tickets

Free - no booking required

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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Food & Drink

Tapa Tapa

Tapas at this red-bricked Spanish place just inside the ExCeL comes traditional or with a modern twist.

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Activities

The Quad Club & Spa

This spa, swimming pool and gym in the Crown Plaza Hotel offers calming treatments and classes.

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