What do you think about the threat to the Lord Napier pub that having residential units right up against its garden could bring? Have you signed the petition? Let us know your thoughts... and 30-mins of Lime bike credit is yours!

https://www.instagram.com/p/DdoQGussMuS/

InstagramRob Star on Instagram: "The @lordnapierstar is under threat from a development immediately next door to the pub, that proposes to have balconies overlooking our backyard and will dwarf our roof terrace. We are not against positive development in the area, but this is a very real threat to our late license, as it will inevitably lead to complaints from new residents moving in. Please help us by sharing this post and emailing [email protected] quoting reference : PA/26/00990/A1 with your objections to this development #itsthepeoplethatmakethepub #supportlocalpubs #londonpubs #hackneywick"3,817 likes, 239 comments - robstar_pubs on September 23, 2026: "The @lordnapierstar is under threat from a development immediately next door to the pub, that proposes to have balconies overlooking our backyard and will dwarf our roof terrace. We are not against positive development in the area, but this is a very real threat to our late license, as it will inevitably lead to complaints from new residents moving in. Please help us by sharing this post and emailing [email protected] quoting reference : PA/26/00990/A1 with your objections to this development #itsthepeoplethatmakethepub #supportlocalpubs #londonpubs #hackneywick".

Lime bikes are so fun

Love this new development. Very happy to meet up with fellow Wickers. We offer T-shirt printing workshops for venues, offices, events. Hit me up if you want to talk

I'd like to invite our local community to Plexal’s Coworking Week, taking place from Monday 14th September to Friday 18th September 2026 at our Stratford headquarters. Coworking Week is a free week of coworking in our innovation workspace, with a packed schedule of events to help you network, connect and grow your business.

This isn't just free desk space - it's a week of opportunities to grow your business and network with other innovators in our space. Plexal has a network of over 1,600 businesses and has contributed £915m to the UK economy in the last five years, while delivering over 90 innovation programmes.

We have put together a dynamic schedule of events for you to get involved in. From Monday 14th – Friday 18th September, discover:

🤖 AI building and tech testing sessions
🍽 Networking lunches and member events
⚖ Legal advice for your business from LawLynq
💪 Fitness classes at F45 and FS8
🧑‍⚖ A silent office auction
🎓 Workshops and founder meetups
🏢 Full access to our innovation workspace
.... all completely free of charge for Coworking Week attendees!

During the week, you'll have the flexibility to choose from a range of workspaces, whether it's a private office or a vibrant coworking area. You'll also be surrounded by a diverse network of professionals, including leaders from government, academia and the investment community. And if you enjoy the experience, we're offering an exclusive discount for joining Plexal after the week is over.

📍 Here East, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Plexal, London E15 2GW.
📅 Mon 14th - Fri 18th Sept

Spaces are limited. Register now to secure your free week at Plexal: https://www.plexal.com/coworking-week/

We hope to see you next week!

Cheers,

Dan

PlexalCoworking Week at Plexal | PlexalJoin us on Monday 14th - Friday 18th September for a free week of coworking in our innovation workspace. Coworking Week is an opportunity to network with other businesses and bring your team together in Plexal's innovation workspace in Stratford.

We have a new week day meal deal, starting this week, 11-3pm. We would love to see you for lunch xx

Our friends at Voices Radio are offering The Wick Community members half price entry to this weekend's hot ticket - the second edition of the Jazz on Wick festival, which is taking over venues throughout the neighbourhood this Sat 5th Sept.

Just use this special locals discount code link which will apply the 50% discount at the checkout, brining a anytime entry tix from £57.60 down to just £28.80

The Pirate Radio Crew are back on the water this Friday (28/08) and it looks like an essential way to start the biggest party weekend of the year...

See you by Barge East 🍻

InstagramArt Club on Instagram: "PUBLIC FREE BOAT GIG AUGUST 28TH. Next Friday @the.art.club.collective and @pirate.radio.crew are hosting a FREE gig off a boat on River Lee next to Barge East for the launch of @harrymold new single ‘LOCO’ From 5pm we will have sets from @itsconniesworld , @joohill and @airsupportband with free drinks from @casamoxjo & @jubelbeer So we can keep on top of numbers, reserve a free spot via a link in our BIO. Looking forward to seeing you for the best gig to send off summer. Graphics by @dylqn_j Logo designed by @iinddiaaa"234 likes, 11 comments - the.art.club.collective on August 22, 2026: "PUBLIC FREE BOAT GIG AUGUST 28TH. Next Friday @the.art.club.collective and @pirate.radio.crew are hosting a FREE gig off a boat on River Lee next to Barge East for the launch of @harrymold new single ‘LOCO’ From 5pm we will have sets from @itsconniesworld , @joohill and @airsupportband with free drinks from @casamoxjo & @jubelbeer So we can keep on top of numbers, reserve a free spot via a link in our BIO. Looking forward to seeing you for the best gig to send off summer. Graphics by @dylqn_j Logo designed by @iinddiaaa".

Now we've got this community space with its own CIG channel, and as the meetings are (thankfully!) no longer hybrid tech dramas on Meet, if you can't make it along to a CIG but have a pressing question for one of the speakers or on one of the topics, you can post them here. This month is a HW&FI nightlife special, plus more. Here's the line-up:

- Nostalgia Nights CIC (U-Shirt) - Will Oakley

• - All My Friends update - Stuart Glen & Eugene Wild

• - Algha’s Plantroom - Thea Arde

• - Night Time Economy - Sam Mathys (LB Hackney)

• - Complementary currency project - Les Moore

• - Paul Dowling - Being Human Living Sandbox

• - Fish Island Village public realm - Agatha Yerbury (Fish Island Books)
  
  Post your questions below or see you on The Milk Float at 4pm om Wednesday - one click RSVP below
  

  
  luma.comAugust CIG & Social: Nightlife Special · LumaThis month's CIG takes place aboard the lovely Milk Float, moored right next door to Barge East and Moo Canoes. Our agenda (full details to follow) includes…