Silvertown: A Sailor's Story

At the Docks

Silvertown: A Sailor's Story

Part of Open House Festival, explore Silvertown on a free guided walking tour uncovering stories of trade, industry, protest and regeneration along the Thames and Royal Docks.

Led by architectural designer Georgia Green as part of Open City's Golden Key Academy programme, this tour explores Silvertown's industrial heritage and ongoing transformation. Along the way, you'll discover stories of maritime trade, innovation and community action, and learn how old buildings and materials can be reused instead of thrown away.

The tour ends at Tipping Point East, Silvertown's circular economy hub, where visitors can see how materials are reused and repurposed in construction projects.

Please note: Tickets must be booked in advance. To book, visit the Open House Festival website.

Make the most of your Open House Festival visit by exploring more buildings, places and projects across the Royal Docks. Explore more Open House Festival events in the Royal Docks.

Time & date

11am - 1pm, Tuesday 15 September 2026

Location

Meeting point: outside the front entrance of City Hall, Kamal Chunchie Way, E16 1ZE

Tickets

Free, booking required

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For your visit

Business

Tate & Lyle Sugars

This refinery on the banks of the Thames has been producing sugar by the tonne for over 140 years.

Silvertown
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Community

Britannia Village Hall

A hall-for-hire that holds 200; home to multi-faith activities, exercise classes, English lessons, and more.

Silvertown
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New Arrival

Food & Drink

Perky Blenders

Everything about Perky Blenders x Goodvibes is upbeat and friendly, from the name and the decor all the way to its coffee.

Royal Victoria Dock
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