Black History Month
Black History Month is a time for us all to celebrate and learn about the histories, stories and experiences of
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Shopping
Picture framing shop Workshop 353 opens in Bow
‘The most popular request I have are just everyday people wanting to get photos of their family members framed,’ says Maschio. ‘Grandparents who want nice images of their grandchildren, for example.’
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Will Covid-19 be the death or rebirth of the high street?
If we can retain our appreciation of local businesses out of goodwill and loyalty, and a newfound appreciation of our high street as an important part of our community, then we can hold on to hope.
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How to stay fit and well during lockdown
Our guide to the best local fitness, yoga and mindfulness classes during lockdown, including ways to get creative and stay busy with useful tips and courses.
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Suffragette printers and jellied eels: Roman Road’s oldest shops
Roman Road is home to many family-run businesses, whose trades have been handed carefully down through the generations. As a
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Roman Road Shops during Lockdown: Open, Delivery or Collection
Confused about where exactly to get your groceries and other essential goods from? Roman Road has changed a lot recently,
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ánimo: new yoga and meditation studio opens
Half way between Roman Road’s cafes, Semz and HiLAND Cafe, you will spot a tiny, green-grey-painted shop front – the
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Where to celebrate this New Year’s Eve 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
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The best fitness classes around Roman Road
They may be tucked away in unexpected places, but Roman Road offers a range and quality of fitness classes that
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The jolliest Christmas events in East London
Whether you are the type to start singing Christmas carols and buying gifts in early October or you are more
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Guide to East End Christmas Markets in 2019
Every year the concrete metropolis fills up with twinkling lights, festive decorations, tiny stalls, pop-ups, and a merry atmosphere to
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Where to buy Christmas trees in East London
What would a Christmas be without a beautiful Christmas tree? Cheaper, for a start, but the smell of fresh spruce,
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