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Royal Docks Waterways recently published a new vision for Royal Victoria Dock West and has been receiving feedback from local residents, community groups and stakeholders.

Here's a selection of pictures from the engagement events so far!

Have your say on London’s largest floating destination and community Have your say on London’s largest floating destination and community.

Royal Docks Waterways has published a new vision for Royal Victoria Dock West and is inviting feedback from local residents, community groups and stakeholders.

Three priority projects will shape the first phase of delivery:

🏝Floating Park
🧘‍♀️Floating Wellness
🏙Floating Residential

Meet the Dockers: Victoria Maddox In this Meet the Dockers interview, Victoria shares how traditional Finnish sauna inspired her.

In this Meet the Dockers interview, Victoria shares how traditional Finnish sauna inspired her, why she brought the practice back to the Royal Docks, and how Sweheat Sauna creates a vibrant community blending cultural rituals, the outdoor and wellbeing.

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Celebrate Mother’s Day in the Royal Docks It’s Mother’s Day on 15 March! Make it truly special with our guide to the best gifts, days out, treats, and experiences in the Royal Docks for mums, mother figures, and even dog mums!

It’s Mother’s Day on 15 March! From free meals and afternoon tea on a luxury yacht to spa days, saunas and skyline views, discover the best gifts, days out and experiences in the Royal Docks for mums, mother figures and even dog mums!

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The UK’s first Construction Hub has launched in
@yourroyaldocks.bsky.social, ensuring construction waste is recycled instead of going to landfill♻️
The hub will become largest in Europe, supporting
@mayoroflondon.bsky.social 's ambition for the capital to be zero carbon by 2030 🌲
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East London could soon be getting a huge new floating destination – with a park, wellness hub, and residential area all built on the water A floating hub is set to make a splash at the Royal Docks, as plans to build London's first floating park have just been proposed.

With proposals for a floating park and expanded open-water swimming, Royal Victoria Dock West is set to make waves as one of the city’s most exciting new public spaces.

Dive into the plans that will help connect Londoners to our waterways ⬇️

Meet the Dockers: Tammy Gregory Tammy Gregory is the founder of Pink Pilates, a blush-toned studio built on the philosophy of wellness, not perfection. Based in Royal Wharf, it has quickly become a welcoming haven for everyone inclu...

In this Meet the Dockers interview, Tammy shares her journey into fitness, the inspiration behind opening her independent studio, and how she’s building a movement community rooted in strength and connection:

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Circular Economy Hub - site visit for community groups Join Tipping Point East for a site visit to explore the UK's first Circular Construction Hub.

The Royal Docks is leading the way in efforts to reduce waste and emissions. Join us for a site visit to Tipping Point East - our new circular construction hub, and the first of it's kind in the UK.

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Competition: Design team sought for Royal Docks floating village Design team sought for Royal Docks floating village

Royal Docks Waterways is inviting expressions of interest from design teams for a floating village in London’s Royal Victoria Dock.

UEL After Dark Festival 2026 UEL After Dark returns this winter with an electrifying evening of light, fire, circus and large-scale installations inspired by the four elements

UEL After Dark returns this Thursday with an electrifying evening of light, fire, circus and large-scale installations inspired by the four elements. Free of charge and open to everyone, the festival features awe-inspiring aerial theatre, fire performances and more!

Have your say on London’s largest floating destination and community Have your say on London’s largest floating destination and community.

Have your say on London’s largest floating destination and community!

Royal Docks Waterways has now published a new vision for Royal Victoria Dock West and is inviting feedback from local residents, community groups and stakeholders.

For more: www.royaldocks.london/whats-on/hav...

Floating park, lido and housing proposed for Victoria Dock West Early proposals include a focus on swimming, alongside a wellness centre with a sauna and spa.

The transformation of Royal Victoria Dock West will create one of the city’s most exciting new public spaces.

Cleaning up the waterway is a major opportunity for Newham, and for Londoners’ access to blue spaces.

Royal Docks Waterways announces plans for London’s largest floating destination Introducing London’s largest floating destination and community. Royal Docks Waterways has launched a new Vision for Royal Victoria Dock West, setting out plans to transform 12 hectares of water withi...

Royal Docks Waterways today announces a new vision for the future of Royal Victoria Dock West within the Royal Docks which is set to become one of the city’s most significant public spaces and the capital’s first large-scale floating park.

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Duffy London pioneers sustainable boat design in the Royal Docks Chorus, founded by acclaimed British designer Christopher Duffy, has created a new generation of low‑carbon electric boats right here in the docks.

Based in Silvertown, Chorus is developing a new generation of low‑carbon electric boats that fuse refined design, advanced engineering and environmental responsibility.

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Boost your Wellbeing in the Royal Docks If you’re looking for ways to improve your health, learn new skills and build positive habits that stick, we’ve got you covered.

If you’re looking for ways to improve your health, learn new skills and build positive habits that stick, we’ve got you covered. Read our guide to reaching your goals within the Royal Docks community!

Find out more: royaldocks.london/articles/boo...

Join us for rehearsed readings from a new play by Jonny Wooster on Friday 20 Feb, 7-9pm at the Tate Institute. Set in a gay pub in the Royal Docks in 1967, on the night partial decriminalisation was meant to be celebrated...

With the number of cycle trips in London soaring, we need to do even more to keep our roads safe for everyone.

Great to see the new bike lanes being built near Royal Docks and London's Excel Centre this morning.

Cleopatra: The Experience Cleopatra: The Experience makes its UK debut this March at Immerse LDN for a strictly limited 15-week run.

Cleopatra: The Experience makes its UK debut this March at Immerse LDN for a strictly limited 15-week run.

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Fun Things to Do in the Royal Docks this February Half Term

Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventures, creative activities, or a relaxed family stroll, the Royal Docks has plenty to offer during the February half-term break. Enjoy free activities, green spaces, local attractions, and fun experiences for all ages.

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UEL After Dark Festival 2026 UEL After Dark returns this winter with an electrifying evening of light, fire, circus and large-scale installations inspired by the four elements

UEL After Dark returns next Thursday with an electrifying evening of light, fire, circus and large-scale installations inspired by the four elements: Fire, Water, Air and Earth.

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Meet London's own private oasis 🌅

Near the hustle and bustle of the City, whilst retaining a sense of calm, the #RoyalDocks is the perfect destination to try open water swimming.

With a stunning industrial backdrop, it's no wonder the Royal Docks has become the best spot in London to take a dip. 🏊

‘Coffee is just the excuse’: the deaf-run cafe where hearing people sign to order In-person interactions break down barriers in east London, as AI startups also try to bridge communication divide

Ever ordered a latte with your hands? 👋

Our friends at Dialogue Cafe (based at the University of East London) were recently featured in The Guardian.

Instead of the usual barriers, hearing customers are invited to step into the world of British Sign Language (BSL) to place their orders:

Opportunity launched to redevelop the former Newham City Farm site in Beckton Newham is seeking partners to transform the former City Farm into a Community Farm and Green Skills Hub, supporting training, urban agriculture and community programmes.

Newham is seeking partners to transform the former City Farm in Beckton into a Community Farm and Green Skills Hub, supporting training, urban agriculture and community programmes:

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UEL After Dark Festival 2026 UEL After Dark returns this winter with an electrifying evening of light, fire, circus and large-scale installations inspired by the four elements

UEL After Dark returns this winter with an electrifying evening of light, fire, circus and large-scale installations inspired by the four elements: Fire, Water, Air and Earth.

Free of charge and open to everyone: royaldocks.london/whats-on/uel...

The London Book Fair to move to Excel in east London from 2027

The London Book Fair is to move to Excel in east London from 2027 from its current home in Olympia, west London, as part of a multi-year deal. The dates for the first fair at Excel are 16th-18th March 2027 👇 #BookSky

Meet the Dockers: Twinkle Jayakumar In our latest Meet The Dockers interview, we speak with local resident, Twinkle Jayakumar.

As part of our Meet the Dockers interview series, we spoke with local resident, Twinkle Jayakumar.

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February events at Sweheat Sauna Indulge yourself this February with a range of sauna sessions at Sweheat.

Indulge yourself this February with a range of sauna sessions at Sweheat. ♨

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New Homes launched at Silvertown Guinness Homes has launched Argenta at Silvertown, a landmark residential development at the heart of the Royal Docks.

Guinness Homes has launched Argenta at Silvertown, a landmark residential development at the heart of the #RoyalDocks, with homes now ready to move in.

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Thames Barrier Park mural: call for proposals We are looking for artists’ proposals for a new large-scale mural or wall-based artwork outside Thames Barrier Park.

ICYMI: We are looking for artists’ proposals for a new large-scale mural or wall-based artwork outside Thames Barrier Park!

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 4th February, 10am.

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Welcome Silvertown, Royal Docks & City Airport to the London #Cycleway network 💚🚲