Art & Culture
Review: Jazz on Wick Festival 2025
Impressive debut for this all-day celebration of today’s grassroots British jazz
Autumn ’25, issue 18
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Impressive debut for this all-day celebration of today’s grassroots British jazz
A digest including loads of things to do, local announcements, special offers on #WickWednesdays, gossip and other info from the neighbourhood
The Wick presents a guide to the many opportunities that now exist in East London if you’re looking for work or training in the creative sector
London’s creative industry ambassador reveals why here and now is the best time to be pursuing a career in this exciting sector
Andrea Stark of Creative UK and a veteran of many other culture sector roles tells us how she managed to make it – and how you can too
Breaking into an arts and culture role can seem like a closed shop if you don’t know where to start, so here’s our guide to what’s out there
No less than six world class universities have now gravitated to establish campuses on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, offering an inspiring range of courses
Impressive debut for this all-day celebration of today’s grassroots British jazz
The twist and turns of post-Olympics decision-making that brought 250,000 objects to Here East
Devastating dark comedy shines a light on the many betrayals of the slave era
How developers proposing Hackney Wick’s first hotel, and a bold new co-living scheme, both reached out to the community, ensuring better results for everyone
an ambitious ‘meanwhile’ project that mixes wellness and community activities in a striking urban setting
The once historic rowing club has sat mothballed for a decade in a standoff over redevelopment and the changing use of local waterways
A brilliantly realised menu, drawing upon many local producers, elevates this sunny all-day hangout to an essential dining destination, too
The new sushi restaurant now at the iconic skyscraper’s 7th floor and terrace
Your timely reminder to go visit these amazing restaurants, bars and cafes this summer while we wait for better bridge access…
How one local visionary kickstarted a roller-skating revolution in East London
Exploring the health advantages of belonging to something bigger than ourselves
When an area changes as rapidly as Hackney Wick today, it can place a range of stresses on our wellbeing. But help is close at hand
Giving local youth a meaningful voice has been key to the Olympic legacy in East London
How Hackney’s growing textile reuse infrastructure is inspiring the eco-conscious fashion designers of tomorrow
Youth sports, mentoring and community engagement powerhouse, BADU, is a vital locally-grown success story, says proud programme graduate Shannon Latouche
The big summer music events in Victoria Park
It’s the place to find out how you can get involved in the big summer festival activity in Victoria Park
Cyclists want Caroline Woodley to make the borough even more friendly for two-wheeled travel