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Should Hackney Wick have it's own money?

How an alternative currency might work for you, plus all the usual inspiration for the long, summery days ahead

Aug 5, 2026

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6 min read

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'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.

Aug 4, 2026

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2 min read

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Join us for social drinks tonight at No.90 🌞

It's the new midweek CIG from 4pm, with a bumper bar tab on the waterside terrace afterwards, plus we've got loads of ideas for your week ahead, too

Jul 29, 2026

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7 min read

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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

Jul 29, 2026

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2 min read

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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

Jul 28, 2026

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4 min read

Archive

Should Hackney Wick have it's own money?

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

Join us for social drinks tonight at No.90 🌞

Gwenda brings craft cocktails & Italian small plates to Schwartz Wharf

The Entrepreneur: Josh Bowles on building Two More Years

This Is…
The Wick

The Wick is a weekly cultural newsletter, quarterly print title & IRL events series

Archive

Should Hackney Wick have it's own money?

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

Join us for social drinks tonight at No.90 🌞

Gwenda brings craft cocktails & Italian small plates to Schwartz Wharf

The Entrepreneur: Josh Bowles on building Two More Years

This Is…The Wick

The Wick is a weekly cultural newsletter, quarterly print title & IRL events series

This Is…
The Wick