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Grab 'em while you can! New print issue drops today 💥

Sneak preview of our next pull-out poster, info for the launch party at The Gun, and loads more to do this week...

Ellie Waterhouse

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Aug 19, 2026

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LATEST FEATURES

Gwenda brings craft cocktails & Italian small plates to Schwartz Wharf

Hackney Wick's beloved hole-in-the-wall hangout, the Pirate's Hub, has morphed into an exciting new venture, just across the water

Tom Kihl

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Jul 29, 2026

How (and why) we ran a fake magic mushrooms delivery service

Two local film-makers hope to develop their drug caper script into a mini-series – by posing as dealers themselves

Jessica McCarrick

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Jul 22, 2026

The top Pilates studios in Hackney Wick 2026

As new spots continue to open, each offering something a little different, here's our current round-up

Carolyn Owlett

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Jul 22, 2026

Mul creates street art with heart

His emblematic lovehearts can be seen running all through the neighbourhood, so what's the story behind them?

Marcus Barnes

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Jun 23, 2026

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LATEST REVIEWS

Review: Philosophy of the World

The Yard Theatre returns with a bang

Samuel Charlton

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Jul 20, 2026

Review: Our Mighty Groove at Sadler's Wells East

Vicki Igbokwe-Ozoagu and Uchenna Dance bring nightlife energy to the park

Ellie Waterhouse

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Jul 3, 2026

Review: Ava Joe, Her Big Beautiful Mess

Inside the world of rising musician Ava and her new EP

Callum Smyth

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Jul 1, 2026

Review: Jeanine, live at Well Street Common Festival

A strong showcase set from this band-to-watch on a sunny day out in the local park

Callum Smyth

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Jun 17, 2026

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OUR NETWORK

The Artist: SHEM on creativity, resilience and finding space

The self-taught artist discusses his upbringing, the experiences that shaped his work and finding sanctuary in Bow

James Sandoval

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Aug 18, 2026

The Entrepreneur: Fish Island Books founder on building community through reading

Agatha Yerbury discusses the shop’s beginnings, the struggle to secure premises and her aim of building a network around books.

James Sandoval

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Aug 17, 2026

The Artist: Edy Ferguson on art, survival and staying true to herself

The Bow Arts studio holder discusses her Chicago childhood, early work in New York, concerns about the gallery system and a planned immersive project.

James Sandoval

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Aug 10, 2026

'Hackney is legendary': Artist Gionatan Scali on a decade of music and abstract art

The Italian-born artist and musician reflects on his 10-year journey through East London’s creative scene and his evolution from a self-taught guitarist to abstract rock composer and painter.

James Sandoval

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Aug 4, 2026

The Entrepreneur: Josh Bowles on building Two More Years

The co-founder discusses his journey from Mormon upbringing to establishing a community hub in one of London’s most creative districts

James Sandoval

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Jul 28, 2026

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Grab 'em while you can! New print issue drops today 💥

OUT THIS WEEK

EVENTS CALENDAR

Gwenda brings craft cocktails & Italian small plates to Schwartz Wharf

How (and why) we ran a fake magic mushrooms delivery service