Art + Culture
Experience the vibrant art and culture scene across the Eastern City.
SET Ceramics
SET Ceramics is a contemporary, community pottery studio tucked inside a former cobbler’s shop near Fenchurch Street Station. It’s a space for anyone wanting to spend meaningful time making, serving as both a genuinely affordable workspace for our members and an artist-led environment to learn, experiment, and develop work in…
Sculpture in the City
Sculpture in the City is an annual sculpture park that uses the urban realm as a rotating gallery space. The 13th Edition of Sculpture in the City is on display from 24 July 2024 – Spring 2025, and includes 17 artworks by 15 artists: Arturo Herrera, Clare Burnett, Daniel Silver,…
Infinite Accumulation by Yayoi Kusama
Transport for London (TfL), British Land and City of London Corporation unveil a monumental new sculpture by internationally acclaimed artist Yayoi Kusama at Britain’s busiest station, London Liverpool Street. Infinite Accumulation is the artist’s first permanent public artwork in the UK and her largest ever public sculpture in the world. Yayoi Kusama…
Theatre Deli
Theatre Deli’s Leadenhall Street venue exemplifies their mission of transforming unused spaces into vibrant cultural hubs. Located in the heart of the City of London, this venue offers an inspiring setting for a wide range of performances, workshops, and creative events. With its flexible, multi-purpose design, Theatre Deli at Leadenhall…
Flavours from around the world
Read HereThe Eastern City of London is a melting pot of cultures, and its dining scene reflects this rich diversity. From vibrant street food stalls to upscale restaurants, you can embark on a global culinary adventure without ever leaving this bustling area.
Start an Office Choir with Music in Offices
It’s as easy as Do Re Mi to set up an office choir with our partners at Music in Offices. Join the chorus of offices who are setting up workplace choirs across the Eastern City. By singing together in a choir at work, people build confidence, benefit from improved mental…
Library of Things Comes to the Barbican Library Easter 2026
Fed up of buying stuff you don’t use often? The Library of Things is a place where you can access useful items you don’t need to use often, from carpet cleaners to drills to projectors. Join a growing community of people renting items to save money, learn new skills like repair…
Free Self-Guided History Walks around the City of London
As part of our work with local charities and community projects, Eastern City BID recently contributed towards the creation of two free, self-guided audio trails designed for children/families to explore the City of London. The podcasts are called ‘Time Hunters’ and are roughly 2 – 2.5-hours each, including stops and…
SEEDL: Free Learning Programme for September
Welcome to this month’s learning line-up, where you can explore and register for September’s live courses on SEEDL. Tuesday 1 September 11:00am – 11:20am How to Read a Balance Sheet 2:00pm – 3:00pm Mentoring 3:30pm – 4:30pm Workplace Mental Health Support Training – Part 2 Wednesday 2…
Handbuilding: Surface and Substance Course with SET Ceramics
Whether you’re completely new to clay or looking to build confidence, this 8-week course shows you how simple shapes can be transformed into standout, one-of-a-kind pieces. Led by artist Francisco Zhan, you’ll build a solid foundation in core handbuilding methods, including pinching, coiling, slab building, and traditional Japanese kurinuki block…
Be part of a CPR World Record Attempt
Tuesday 22 – Wednesday 23 September 2026 Tower Suites by Blue Orchid Hospitality, 100 Minories, London EC3N 1JY Could you help make history – and learn a skill that could save a life? The Central London Alliance is bringing a major GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title attempt to the Eastern City,…
Take a look back through history
Read hereExploring the Eastern City offers a fascinating journey through London’s rich heritage, where modern skyscrapers stand alongside historic landmarks that tell the story of the city’s evolution. From the iconic Monument to the Great Fire of London to the charming Leadenhall Market, each site reveals layers of history that celebrate the architectural and cultural legacy of this vibrant area.
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