Roman Road LDN is your guide to Roman Road in East London. We bring you the best kept secrets about your neighbourhood from what’s on to places to visit. Find the best shops, restaurants, bars, coffee places and local attractions in Bow, Mile End, Victoria Park, Globe Town and Stepney. Be the first to know about things to do locally, from events and exhibitions to courses and workshops. And discover the rich culture and heritage of our local neighbourhood, from East End Cockneys, East London Suffragettes, Bow Grime music to British Bangladeshi.
Roman Road’s famous Roman Road Market in Bow operates on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from about 9am to 3pm. Find the real east end and experience a traditional street market that has stayed true to its roots and offers fantastic bargains. Find more information on opening times and how to get to Roman Road Market here
‘The Stepney Doorstep Society’ book review
The Stepney Doorstep Society, written by journalist, ghost-writer, and novelist Kate Thompson, is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the East End, and particularly its women. The book is clear about... READ MORE
Chocolate Chai recipe from the ‘Brick Lane Cookbook’
This chocolate chai is a twist on the classic masala chai recipe inspired by the vibrant cuisines of Brick Lane and it is featured in the Brick Lane Cookbook written by Dina Begum. Originating in... READ MORE
New Year’s Eve parties in East London
Forgot to book your weekend-gateway on the slopes? Stuck in gloomy London for yet another New Year’s Eve? There is nothing a good party can’t fix. Forget about vegging out in front of... READ MORE
Mae + Harvey – cool kid on the block
Home-made comfort food, effortlessly cool design, and a cosy living room vibe – that’s Mae + Harvey on Roman Road. At first glance Mae + Harvey, with its dark blue exterior walls and... READ MORE
The red hands of William Gladstone’s statue
Take a walk down Bow Road and you will meet a man with red hands. Draped in a dusty Victorian frock coat, right arm outstretched, the statue of William Gladstone has stood before... READ MORE
The Eleanor Arms pub – Bow’s very own French Quarter
The Eleanor Arms has been selling beer on Old Ford Road for almost 150 years, but the last 11 under Frankie Colclough’s stewardship have been as busy as any. The pub has hosted... READ MORE