Newham
Heritage Week
Discover Newham’s rich heritage through a week long
series of exhibitions, talks, walks and activities. From
poets to politicians, from the Blitz to boat building, find out
about the history that made Newham one of the most
diverse places in Europe.
Exhibitions
Monday 24-Sunday 30 October
Eric Dawson: The Originals Very rare opportunity to see an exhibition of artist Eric Dawson’s Original
Water Colours, painted locally in Newham. The first 50 visitors to the
exhibition who show this booklet, or a copy of the Newham Mag (issue
351), will receive a free copy of the book Looking Back by Eric Dawson, a
fascinating memoir of growing up in West Ham, packed full of beautiful
water colours depicting what life was like back in the early 20th century.
11am-7pm Monday to Friday
The Gate Library
Forest Gate Faces Revealing exhibition detailing the story of Forest Gate residents from the
1890s onwards. The first 50 visitors to the exhibition to show this leaflet
will receive a free copy of The Newham Story, a wonderful 26 page
history of Newham spanning periods from 4000BC to the present day
and packed full of fabulous historic facts and photos.
See venue opening times
The Gate Library
The Changing Face of Forest Gate Informative exhibition about the changing face of Forest Gate from the
nineteenth century onward. See venue opening times
The Gate Library
Keir Hardie Exhibition Exhibition about the life and times of legendary Newham politician Keir Hardie.
The first 50 visitors to the exhibition to show this booklet will receive a free
copy of The Newham Story. See venue opening times
Beckton Globe Library
Newham’s Poets and Writers
Learn about Newham’s literary history and its most famous poets and
writers including legendary Victorian poet Gerard Manley Hopkins. See venue opening times
Beckton Globe Library
Black Saturday Find out about what happened to Newham during the Blitz on Black
Saturday. The first 50 visitors to the exhibition who show a copy of the
Newham Mag, issue 351, will receive a free copy of The Newham Story
– while stocks last.
See venue opening times
Canning Town Library
Newham Sporting Life
Revealing exhibition about Newham’s sporting heroes.
The first 50 visitors to the exhibition who show a copy of this booklet will
receive a free copy of The Newham Story - while stocks last.
See venue opening times
Stratford Library
Newham’s Great War
Fascinating insight into the part played by Newham and its brave soldiers
during World War One. The first 50 visitors to the exhibition who show a
copy of this booklet will receive a free copy of The Newham Story - while
stocks last.
See venue opening times
East Ham Library
I Belong to Newham
Famous faces from the London Borough of Newham come to life in this
informative and inspiring exhibition. The first fifty visitors to the exhibition
who show a copy of this booklet will receive a free copy of The Newham
Story - while stocks last.
See venue opening times
Manor Park Library
Eric Dawson: The West Ham Exhibition Captivating exhibition about local artist Eric Dawson and his images of
the West Ham area. The first 100 visitors to the exhibition who show this
booklet will receive a free copy of either The Newham Story or Looking
Back by Eric Dawson – while stocks last. See venue opening times
Green Street Library
Bengali East End Heritage Society Exhibition Art Exhibition by local artist and curator Saif Osmani and the Bengali East
End Heritage Society. The art exhibition looks at boundaries, community
and spaces in a changing and developing East London.
24-30 October See venue opening times
Stratford Library
Women and Protest Informative Eastside Heritage exhibition about women and their part in
protest movements which have affected Newham.
The first 50 visitors to the exhibition to show this booklet will receive a free
copy of The Newham Story – while stocks last.
See venue opening times
North Woolwich
Faith in Newham Exhibition Highly engaging exhibition about the history and impact of the churches,
mosques, synagogues and temples of Newham over the past one
hundred years.
See venue opening times
East Ham Library
Activities
Heritage Themed Coffee Morning
Chat about the past and learn about the fascinating history of the area
over a nice hot brew and some scrumptious nibbles. You can also pick
up free copies of the Newham Story and our special Heritage Week
postcards, bespoke to your area - while stocks last.
All welcome
Thursday 20 October, 10-11am
East Ham Library
Pearlie, Pies and Pints
Pie & Mash, a cockney sing-a-long and a tea dance
All welcome, limited capacity so arrive early to avoid disappointment
Friday 21st October, 7.30-10pm
North Woolwich Learning Zone
78 Albert Rd, E16 2DY
Great War, Craft Activity
Children are invited to this craft session dedicated to our Newham’s
Great War exhibition on display in East Ham Library. Children will create
ration cards and war time posters and learn what it was like to be living
in Newham at the time of the Great War.
Ages 7-11
Friday 21 October 5.30-6.30pm
East Ham Library
Great War, Drama Workshop
As part of our Newham’s Great War Exhibition on display at East Ham
library, children are invited to participate in a workshop to recreate the
sounds and drama of the Blitz.
Ages 7-11
Friday 21 October 6.30-7.30pm
East Ham Library
Children’s Drawing Workshop
Artist Eleanor Pearce will lead children through this fun and engaging
heritage themed workshop, where children will learn to draw heritage
buildings and objects using a variety of materials such as pastels,
charcoal and drawing pens. Ages 7-11
Saturday 22 October, 4-6pm
The Gate Library
Heritage Themed Lego Club Have a go at recreating heritage landmarks with Lego.
Ages 5-11
Saturday 22 October, 3-4pm
The Gate Library
Shakespeare in the Square
Experience historic Theatre Square Stratford like never before with Signed by
Shakespeare in this Deaf-led production celebrating Shakespeare with
outdoor performances of his sonnets, scenes and soliloquies in Stratford’s
Theatre Square. It is part of the 400 year centenary of William Shakespeare’s
death and will reinterpret his works in a contemporary setting and format for
Newham Heritage Week, rendering it more relevant to diverse communities
& young people. Sign language, mime and dance will be merged into
physical theatre to make the performance particularly accessible and
enjoyable for people with hearing impairments and small children.
Delivered by The New Black Film Collective in partnership with Deafinitely
Theatre, Artistic Directors of the Future, Dandy Theatre Associates and
The Hip-Hop Shakespeare Company with support from Theatre Royal
Stratford East and Newham Council.
Saturday 22 October, 2-3pm
Theatre Square, Stratford, E15 1BX
Heritage Week 2016 launch Event Dive in and Indulge With the Rich Heritage of Newham. Very rare
opportunity to see Eric Dawson’s original art works of Newham, local
exhibitions, meet heritage professionals and enthusiasts and pick up
your free copy of The Newham Story - whilst stocks last.
All welcome
Monday 24 October, 5-7pm
The Gate Library
Museum on Wheels
Celebrate and enjoy Newham’s heritage through Eastside Heritage’s
unique museum on wheels.
Monday 24 October, 11am-1pm
Little Ilford Learning Zone, 1 Rectory Rd, E12 6JB
Free Entry
Heritage Games Come along and play heritage games from the early 20th century.
All welcome
Monday 24 October, 1.30-4.30pm
North Woolwich Library
The ASTA Trail, Silvertown: Trains, Planes and Graffiti Walls
An audio trail of Silvertown, created by young people at the ASTA Centre
and composer Jo Thomas featuring original music and interviews with
local residents – a unique insight in to the history of Silvertown.
Monday 24 October, 3.15-5.15pm
Meet: DLR ticket office/machines London City Airport DLR station
Email Dr Toby Butler [email protected] Limited Places – Booking Essential
Led by Dr Toby Butler and students of UEL
House Mill Daily guided tour of two floors of the Grade I Listed House Mill. Tours at
2-3pm. Lasting approximately 30 mins.
Monday 24 October to Friday 28 October, 2-4pm
House Mill, Three Mill Island, Bromley by Bow, London, E3 3DU
Free to Newham residents, please bring proof of address. The cafe in
the Miller’s House will be open, serving tea and cake.
River Christian Centre
Chance to see Grade II Listed Chapel with stained glass windows and
architectural features. Exhibitions on Canning Town from the World War
One to the 1980s. Monday 24 October to Friday 28 October, 10am-1pm. Also Tuesday
25 and Thursday 27, 6-8pm
River Christian Centre, Vincent Street, Canning Town, E16 1LZ
Doreen Macintosh: [email protected]
London Personally Heritage Walks - How E15 became E20
No part of London has gone through more changes than Stratford. Its
history and struggles and the effect of bringing the Olympics to the area
with stunning new architecture and the Queen Elizabeth Park will all be
taken in on this walk.
Tuesday 25 October, 2pm
MEETING POINT: Outside Stratford Station by the Robert Engine.
FINISH POINT: Pudding Lane DLR Station
Stan Harris – [email protected]
£10 per head. To book: http://tinyurl.com/gqj7emj
House Mill: From Gin and Vice to Tea and Temperance
A talk by Eleanor Bloom, a senior volunteer at House Mill, a registered City
Guide and member of London Historians. Eleanor will talk and present the
story of this important episode in London’s social history, during which we
will be pleased to offer tea and biscuits; but not gin and vice!
Tuesday 25 October, 4-5pm
House Mill, Three Mill Island, Bromley by Bow, London, E3 3DU
Children’s Heritage Themed Greeting Card Workshop
Rosetta Arts will work with and guide children in the creation of their very
own heritage themed greeting cards adorned with places and faces
from Newham’s rich history.
Ages 5-11
Tuesday 25 October, 11am-1pm
Plaistow Library
Heritage Themed Coffee Morning
Chat about the past and learn about the fascinating history of the area
over a nice hot brew and some scrumptious nibbles. You can also pick
up free copies of The Newham Story and our special Heritage Week
postcards, bespoke to your area.
All welcome
Tuesday 25 October 11am-12.30pm
Custom House Library
West Ham Oral Histories (Children)
If you are a young West Ham fan then this is for you. In this one day
workshop you will learn the unique skill of recording oral histories and
take part in an intergenerational workshop to record memories from the
Boleyn and beyond.
Booking essential. Please contact Stratford Library.
Ages 9-11 years
Tuesday 25 October, 10am-3.30pm
Stratford Library
West Ham Oral Histories (Adults)
Do you have a long list of memories and experiences from your time as a
Hammers fan? If so come along to this intergenerational workshop and share
your most treasured moments. These memories will be recorded for future
generations and become part of West Ham United’s archives. Please bring
along a treasured piece of your West Ham memorabilia to show and tell.
Booking essential. Please contact Stratford Library.
Ages 30+ years
Tuesday 25 October, 1-3.30pm
Stratford Library
The North Woolwich Trail: Deep Water
An audio trail featuring the sound and voices of the River Thames and
Newham Docklands as you follow a route through the 3 former Royal Docks.
Wednesday 25 October ,1-3.30pm
Meet: King George V DLR station.
Email Dr Toby Butler [email protected] Limited Places - Booking Essential
Audio equipment provided. Distance of 3.5km. Guided by Dr Toby
Butler and students of UEL.
Heritage Walking Tour: Olympic Park
A walk of approximately 1.5 hours using oral histories.
Tuesday 25 October, 11am and Friday 28 October, 11am
Meet at Mocha East Vue Tube.
To book email Eastside Heritage: [email protected]
Free but pre-booking essential.
West Ham Football Club Reminiscence Session
Join Eastside Community Heritage and share your memories of all things
West Ham. Wednesday 26 October, 4pm
Forest Gate Learning Zone
1 Woodford Rd, E7 0DH
Free
Museum on Wheels
Celebrate and enjoy Newham’s heritage through Eastside Heritage’s
unique Museum on Wheels.
Wednesday 26 October, 2-4pm
Beckton Globe Library
Free Entry
Faith in Newham
Dr Colin Marchant presents a lecture about the historic faith buildings of Newham.
All welcome
Wednesday 26 October, 5.30-7.30pm
East Ham Library
Growing Up in Plaistow
Plaistow South Big Local in partnership with Eastside Community Heritage
will be launching their Growing Up in Plaistow exhibition at Plaistow Library.
The exhibition is the result of an oral history project involving NewVIc College
students interviewing older residents of South Plaistow. The exhibition will be
touring local venues and schools over the next 6 months.
Plaistow Library, Wednesday 26th October 11am-2pm
Glen Road Community Mural
Plaistow South Big Local with the support of Newham University Hospital,
New VIc College and Plaistow Neighbourhoods will also be launching a
mini arts trail where you can sample the upcoming Glen Road
Community Mural which is due to be completed and mounted on the
hospital outbuildings next spring.
Plaistow Library, Wednesday 26th October 11am-2pm
Children’s Heritage Themed Greeting Card Workshop
Rosetta Arts will work with and guide children in the creation of their very
own heritage themed greeting cards adorned with places and faces
from Newham’s rich history.
Ages 5-11. Wednesday 26 October, 1.45-6pm
Green Street Festival, taking place in Queens Market
Heritage Themed Coffee Morning
Chat about the past and learn about the fascinating history of the area
over a nice hot brew and some scrumptious nibbles. You can also pick
up free copies of the Newham Story and our special Heritage Week
postcards, bespoke to your area.
All welcome. Wednesday 26 October, 11am-12.30pm
The Gate Library
House Mill: Sharing Stories
House Mill resident storyteller Shamim Azad, a Bangladeshi born British
bilingual poet, storyteller and writer will be with us for this unique event.
Shamim is part of the East End storytelling group, which invites local
residents to join in sharing some the stories brought together by the East
End’s rich, diverse history of immigration. We invite Newham’s older
residents (50+) to hear Shamim’s stories and to tell your own.
Wednesday 26 October, 3-4pm
House Mill, Three Mill Island, Bromley by Bow, London, E3 3DU
Forest Gate: Growth of a Victorian Suburb Lecture by local historians Peter Williams and Mark Gorman.
Wednesday 26 October, 6.45pm
The Gate, Forest Gate Library, 6-7 Woodgrange Road, E7 0QH
Entry by Free Ticket - available from The Gate. Refreshments on sale. House Mill: Guided Tours of House Mill with Gin Tasting
Join us at House Mill to tour this spectacular Grade I Listed building, to learn
about its role in the 18 Century Gin Craze and to sample a range of London Gins. Thursday 27 October, 6.30-8pm
House Mill, Three Mill Island, Bromley by Bow, London, E3 3DU
To reserve a place please email: [email protected]
There is a token charge of £5 per person. Numbers are limited.
Children’s Heritage Themed Greeting Card Workshop
Rosetta Arts will work with and guide children in the creation of their very
own heritage themed greeting cards adorned with places and faces
from Newham’s rich history.
Ages 5-11
Thursday 27 October, 1-3pm
Canning Town Library
Heritage Themed Coffee Morning
Chat about the past and learn about the fascinating history of the area
over a nice hot brew and some scrumptious nibbles. You can also pick
up free copies of the Newham Story and our special Heritage Week
postcards, bespoke to your area.
All welcome
Thursday 27 October, 10.45am-12noon
Canning Town Library
Building Beckton’s Industrial Heritage
Children will review archival images and present day photographs of the
Beckton Sewage Works, The Chimney plus Cyprus Estate and in response
they they will recreate the buildings using papier mache, card, and paper
to create a display and mini exhibition.
Ages 8-11 years with parents welcome Thursday 27 October, 11am-5.30pm
Beckton Globe
The West Silvertown Trail: Gun Powder, Flour And Flood An exciting audio trail which includes the beauty of Barrier Park, the
horror of the biggest explosion ever to rock London and first hand
accounts of working lives in the riverside factories and flour mills.
Thursday 27 October, 2-4pm
Meet: Main entrance Excel Centre (Custom House DLR station)
Email Dr Toby Butler [email protected]
Limited Places - Booking Essential
Audio equipment provided.
Distance 2km walk guided by Dr Toby Butler and students of UEL.
Film Screening and Discussion - Foreign Pickers by Kathrin Bohm
(My Villages) for Company Drinks, in collaboration with Sue Giovanni.
This screening will be accompanied by a talk by Kathrin Bohm and Dr Toby
Butler, University of East London, discussing the history and heritage of hop
picking and Kathrin’s ongoing project, Company: Movements, Deals and Drinks.
Screening will be at 7pm on Thursday 27 October
University of East London, University Square, 1 Salway Road,
Stratford, E15 1NF
Further details: [email protected]
Free. No need to book.
Talk: A Brief History of Theatre Royal
Built in 1884, renovated by Frank Matcham in 1902, and home to Joan
Littlewood’s world-famous Theatre Workshop Company, Theatre Royal
has been entertaining audiences for 131 years. Murray Melvin, Theatre
Royal Stratford East’s Honorary Archivist and Member of Joan Littlewood’s
Theatre Workshop, gives a special talk on the history of this much loved
Grade II Listed building in the heart of Stratford. Thursday 27 October 11am (lasts approximately 30 mins + short Q&A)
Theatre Royal Stratford East (auditorium stalls),
Gerry Raffles Square, London, E15 1BN
Free. Booking: Theatre Royal Stratford East box office on
02085340310 (some places available on the day on a first come, first
served basis).
Open Archive
A chance to see some of Theatre Royal’s Archive Collection, with Murray
Melvin, Theatre Royal Stratford East’s Honorary Archivist and Member of
Joan Littlewood’s Theatre Workshop.
Thursday 27 October, 1-2pm
Theatre Royal Stratford East (Murray Melvin Meeting Room)
[email protected]
Free. Places limited to 10 on a first come, first served basis.
Booking: [email protected] or 020 8279 1131
London Personally Heritage Walks - Monks, Sewage and Iron
Stan Harris O.B.E. will be leading a series of walks on behalf of London Personally
for Newham Heritage Week and this walk broadly along the River Lea and West
Ham explores how Newham developed from rural countryside to East London’s
industrial heartland. Next to the gritty industrial history , stories of ancient
monasteries and London’s finest example of Victorian engineering you will also
be able to enjoy much of the Art Trail on this part of the Lea and have a rest and
refreshments at a riverside community café at Cody Dock.
Thursday 27 October, 1.30pm
Start Point Bromley-by-Bow Station (District and City and Met line.)
Finishing Point Star Lane Station (DLR)
Stan Harris - [email protected]
£10 per head.
To Book: http://tinyurl.com/gmm6fvb
Brick Lane Music Hall Open Morning
A chance to see the Brick Lane Music Hall - a Grade II Listed building and
learn about the history of music hall in East London from Vincent Hayes
MBE the founder and director of Brick Lane.
Thursday 27 October, 11am Brick Lane Music Hall, 443 North Woolwich Road, North Woolwich
E16 2AA (500m from Pontoon Dock DLR station)
Booking Essential. Email [email protected].
Refreshments provided.
Silvertown and North Woolwich
Share your memories of Silvertown and North Woolwich.
Thursday 27 October, 6pm
Shipman Youth Centre, 286 Prince Regent Lane, E16 3JH
Organised by Eastside Community Heritage
Free
Silvertown Explosion Talk by historian Gram Hill on the Silvertown Explosion.
Thursday 27 October, 7pm
Shipman Youth Centre, 286 Prince Regent Lane, E16 3JH
Organised by Eastside Community Heritage
Free
Children’s Heritage Themed Greeting Card Workshop
Rosetta Arts will work with and guide children in the creation of their very
own heritage themed greeting cards adorned with places and faces
from Newham’s rich history.
Ages 5-11
Friday 28 October, 11-1pm
Manor Park Library
Children’s Heritage Themed Drawing Workshop
Artist Eleanor Pearce will lead children through this fun and engaging
heritage themed workshop, where children will learn to draw heritage
buildings and objects using a variety of materials such as pastels,
charcoal and drawing pens. Ages 4-6
Saturday 29 October, 1-3pm
The Gate Library
Children’s Heritage Themed Greeting Card Workshop
Rosetta Arts will work with and guide children in the creation of their very
own heritage themed greeting cards adorned with places and faces
from Newham’s rich history.
Ages 5-11
Saturday 29 October, 12noon-4pm
East Ham Library
Children’s Heritage Themed Greeting Card Workshop
Rosetta Arts will work with and guide children in the creation of their very
own heritage themed greeting cards adorned with places and faces
from Newham’s rich history.
Ages 5-11
Sunday 30 October, 2-4pm
Stratford Library
Heritage Themed Lego Club Have a go at recreating heritage landmarks with Lego.
Ages 5-11
Saturday 29 October, 3-4pm
The Gate Library
Abbey Mills Pumping Station
Built between 1865 and 1866, it is often described as the Cathedral of
Sewage. A rare opportunity of a guided tour of this magnificent building.
Saturday 29 October at 11am, Noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
Sunday 30 October at 11am, Noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm.
Abbey Mills Pumping Station, Abbey Lane, E15 2RW
Pre-booking required prior to 5pm on Monday 24 October.
To book email Kevin at [email protected] stating preferred
date, time and number of spaces required.
East Ham Heritage Walk
Take an entertaining and insightful journey back in history with local
resident and professional walk leader Sue Sinton Smith.
During this gentle two hour stroll the knowledgeable Sue will regale you
with tales from the Norman era, to the history of Central Park and on to
the present day. The walk starts at East Ham tube station(High St North) at 1pm and
ends at 3pm at the oldest Norman Church in London, Mary
Magdalen (1 Norman Road E6 6HN).
There is a short break in the walk and warm beverages will be
provided in East Ham library at the end of the walk.
Those who prefer can meet in the library at 12.45 and will be
escorted to the start point. Please dress according to the weather and wear comfortable shoes
Sat 29 October, 1-3pm
Booking is recommended – email [email protected]
Newham Heritage Awareness Day
Something for all ages and interests including information stalls,
exhibitions, pop up museum.
Saturday 29 October 12noon-4pm
East Ham Library
Kevin Jenkins: [email protected]
Free Entry
House Mill: Guided Tours Guided tours of the Grade I Listed House Mill. Visit four of the floors of
House Mill with one of our trained volunteer guides. You will learn of
House Mill’s history and the Trust’s plans for its future.
Sunday 30 October, 11am-4pm
House Mill, Three Mill Island, Bromley by Bow, London, E3 3DU
Please bring proof of Newham residency to enjoy the tour free of charge.
The cafe in the Miller’s House will be open throughout, serving a
range of fresh foods and drinks.
Free copy of The Newham Story
Ever wondered about the history of the borough you live in?
What happened in the past? What shaped us? Learn about the rich
history of Newham and see how the past looked in this fabulous
production, free to residents whilst stocks last. 24-30 October See venue opening times
All Newham libraries
Community Neighbourhoods Historical Postcards
Each Newham Library will be distributing three unique postcards depicting
their local area in archived images. Available on request whilst stocks last.
24-30 October See venue opening times
All Newham libraries
Postcard Collectors Prize Draw Collect all 30 heritage postcards, three from each of Newham’s ten
libraries, and be entered into a prize draw for a yearly English Heritage
family membership (for two adults and up to 12 children) plus a wealth of
heritage themed goodies.
24-30 October
All Newham libraries
See venue opening times
Newham’s
libraries
Beckton Globe
1 Kingsford Way, E6 5JQ
020 3373 0853
Monday-Saturday Sunday 10.30am-8pm
Closed
Custom House
Prince Regent Lane, E16 3JJ
020 3373 0855
Monday, Tuesday, Saturday 9.30am-5.30pm
Thursday
1pm-8pm
Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Closed
Forest Gate
6-8 Woodgrange Road, E7 0QH
020 3373 0856
Monday-Saturday Sunday 10.30am-8pm
Closed
Manor Park
685-693 Romford Road, E12 5AD
020 3373 0858
Monday-Saturday Sunday 103 Barking Road, E16 4HQ
020 3373 0854
Monday-Saturday Sunday 10.30am-8pm
Closed
East Ham
328 Barking Road, E6 2RT
020 3373 0827
Monday-Friday Saturday Sunday 9am-8pm
9.30am-8pm
Closed
Green Street
337-341 Green Street, E13 9AR
020 3373 0857
Monday-Saturday Sunday 10.30am-8pm
Closed
Plaistow
North Street, E13 9HL
020 3373 0859
Monday, Tuesday, Saturday 9.30am-5.30pm
Wednesday, Friday
9.30am-5pm
Thursday
1pm-8pm
Sunday
Closed
North Woolwich
5 Pier Parade, E16 2LJ
020 3373 0843
Monday, Tuesday, Saturday 9.30am-5.30pm
Thursday
1pm-8pm
Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Closed
10.30am-8pm
Closed
Stratford
3 The Grove, E15 1EL
020 3373 0826
Monday-Saturday Sunday Canning Town
9.30am-8pm
1pm-5pm
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[email protected]
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