Royal Docks Area Guide
A locals' guide to Royal Docks
Where do Royal Docks locals go?
Run or Dye
The most fun you can have with a pair of trainers, never mind the mad dashing through colour stations where you're attacked with sachets of dye. There's also a music festival of colour! Run or Dye takes place not only in London, but all around the country and world.Read more
Swing Patrol Victoria Park
I love the beginner swing dance classes at The Royal Inn on the Park every Tuesday. The classes are fun, the teachers and students are friendly and the dancing is great! A great way to meet new people, get some exercise and, of course, learn to dance.Read more
Why not explore the nearby areas of
woolwich,
north greenwich,
Woolwich Riverside,
charlton,
upton park,
plaistow,
Woolwich Common,
poplar,
west ham,
and upton
Did you know?
"The largest sound ever heard in London was purportedly from an explosion from Brunner Mond Chemical Works in Silvertown near West Ham, where 50 tonnes of TNT exploded - a blast so large that it blew the windows of the Savoy hotel and almost overturned a taxi in Pall Mall."
Woolwich is affordable, it has great transport links, fantastic people and the new General Gordon Place is extraordinary.
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Michael Schult
Limehouse is a stunning residential gem between the City and Canary Wharf...
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Asim Naim
Rotherhithe has a rich industrial history, so expect to find architectural gems amongst modern residential developments in this area.
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Thomas Holmes
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What locals say about Royal Docks
“You can gaze over the shimmering water of the great, historic dock in the morning in a five minute walk to the DLR station. There are new restaurants, bars and shops appearing every week and it is fast becoming a bustling young community. Cross Rail is coming and the buzz is growing - it's fantastic.”
Clive
“I love how tranquil it is along the Thames, whilst having a great amount of contemporary art and history nearby.”
Matthew
Activities near Royal Docks
Jewellery Making Workshop
Create your own jewellery piece with the Stooki Craft Makers. Get an insight in to the jewellery making process. A wax ring or pendant master to customise with your own design. A tutorial covering a range of jewellery making techniques. This workshop will be focused around the creation and personalisation of rings and pendants and led by Stööki's jewellery technologist Nadia Abbas. Important: The ticket only includes a wax piece. Prices to get jewellery made are as follows: Silver ring (£80) Brass 18k gold-plated ring (£95) Silver pendant (£85) Brass 18k gold-plated pendant (£100) Sterling silver curb necklace (£20) Solid 9k / 18k Gold (Quote given on request. We will weigh your finished piece and calculate the cost using current gold value prices at the end of the session.) Please note that these prices include the wax to make a ring or pendant the maximum size of the template provided at the workshop (6mm width). If you would like to receive a bigger template we are happy to provide you with one on the day. At the end of the session we will weigh your finished wax creation and charge you based on the extra weight of the chosen metal, plus an additional £5 casting fee. Presented by Stooki. This is an all ages event.Read more
Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition
Step into Ancient Egypt like never before at Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition in London! A stunning hi-tech production featuring an 8m high 360-degree video mapping room, a world premiere Hologram of the full mummification process, a VR walk through of the Valley of the Kings, not to mention TWO treasure rooms full of original artefacts, replicas and curated Egyptian historical displays. This limited 14-week run in London is not to be missed, an exceptional day out for fans of culture, technology, history, school groups, families and those interested in being immersed in a huge experiential and unique production.Read more
Easter Jewellery Making Workshop
Are you looking for unique and family friendly Easter gifts in London for 2025? Hop into the festive spirit at our fun Easter Jewellery Making Workshop in London! Why not treat someone specia to an unforgettable experience where they can learn new skills, relax and unleash your creativity at a Stööki Jewellery Making Workshop? Create your own jewellery piece with the Stooki Craft Makers. Get an insight in to the jewellery making process. A wax ring or pendant master to customise with your own design. A tutorial covering a range of jewellery making techniques. This workshop will be focused around the creation and personalisation of rings and pendants and led by Stööki's jewellery technologist Nadia Abbas. IMPORTANT: The ticket only includes a wax piece. Prices to get jewellery made are as follows: 925 Sterling Silver Ring (£80) 925 Sterling Silver 22k Gold-Plated Ring (£105) 925 Sterling Silver Pendant (£85) 925 Sterling Silver 22k Gold-Plated Pendant (£110) 925 Sterling Silver Silver Curb Necklace (£20) Solid 9k / 18k Gold (★Quote given on request. We will weigh your finished piece and calculate the cost using current gold value prices at the end of the session.) ★Please note that these prices include the wax to make a ring or pendant the maximum size of the template provided at the workshop (4mm width). If you would like to receive a bigger template we are happy to provide you with one on the day. At the end of the session we will weigh your finished wax creation and charge you based on the extra weight of the chosen metal, plus an additional £20 casting fee. Presented by Stooki. This is an all ages event.Read more
The Friends' Experience: The One in London
Step into the heart of everyone’s favourite TV show, at the European flagship of The Friends™ Experience. The Friends™ Experience: The One in London promises a taste of New York City, and never-before-seen content including “London, baby!” and Friends™ Station. Immerse yourself in recreated sets; dance in front of the fountain, peep through the iconic purple door at Rachel and Monica’s apartment, play foosball at Joey and Chandler’s, and take a selfie on the orange couch in Central Perk. The Turkey Head – we have it. Phoebe’s New York cab – we have it. The 18-page letter – we have it (front and back!) Hang out in the Friends™ Station for even more photo opportunities, snacks, and of course, coffee before hitting up the Friends™ Retail Store. And yes, we’ve got Hugsy and the famous yellow frame waiting for you. Oh.My.Gawd! The Friends™ Experience: The One in London. Friends and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.Read more
Michael Ball & Alfie Boe
Musical star Michael Ball and popular tenor Alfie Boe join forces to tour around the UK.
Grand Designs Live
Could your garden shed be a luxury sauna or your tree house a self contained eco pod? This contemporary home show based on the Channel 4 series provides plenty of innovative ideas for interiors, gardens, home improvement, self-build and renovations.Read more
Cutty Sark Afternoon Tea in London
Prepare for an extraordinary and unforgettable adventure! Picture yourself indulging in a delightful afternoon tea, surrounded by scrumptious treats, beneath the iconic copper hull of the world's sole-surviving tea clipper - the legendary Cutty Sark. Discover the splendor of this magnificent ship, either before or after your tea time, and be sure to secure your booking in advance while informing them of any dietary preferences. This rare and delectable experience is one not to be missed! Get your tickets now to Cutty Sark Afternoon Tea in London!Read more
About Royal Docks
The Royal Docks comprise three docks in east London - the Royal Albert Dock, the Royal Victoria Dock and the King George V Dock. They are more correctly called the Royal Group of Docks to distinguish them from the Royal Dockyards, Royal being due to their naming after royal personages rather than Crown ownership. The three docks collectively formed the largest enclosed docks in the world, with a water area of nearly 250 acres (1.0 km2) and an overall estate of 1,100 acres (4.5 km2). This is equivalent to the whole of central London from Hyde Park to Tower Bridge. Transport for London is continuing to develop the transport infrastructure of the Royal Docks with a further extension of the Docklands Light Railway.
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