Discover a world of contrasts on the Isle of Dogs Thames Path
Among the glass towers and shopping malls, the Isle of Dogs hides a fascinating history. Take a walk down the
Read moreAmong the glass towers and shopping malls, the Isle of Dogs hides a fascinating history. Take a walk down the
Read moreFormer Tottenham scout Kirk Whitelock on opening Poplar’s Aberfeldy Boxing Club, tackling knife crime and food poverty, and providing a
Read moreArtist Paolo Fiorentini made postcards of Poplar’s most iconic local landmarks to inspire pride in the area. “Someone bought the
Read moreNarrow Street’s Georgian terraced houses, canal boats and pebble beach make for a perfect day out surrounded by city skylines.
Read moreThe East India Company’s Poplar almshouses were built thanks to a greedy diamond trader, and housed a seaman maimed by
Read moreFrom gothic arches and white Greek columns to post-war modernist architecture, Poplar is studded with stunning churches. If you take
Read moreAberfeldy Live Talkaoke has given the community of Poplar the chance to meet, connect and natter on topics of all
Read moreThe Tommy Flowers Pub on Aberfeldy Street was originally a meanwhile space but with an extension added to its lease
Read moreThe community installation, created in a collaborative effort by Hong Kong art trio ShumGhostJohn, uses East Asian folktales and traditions
Read morePoplar’s architecture tells the story of the 20th century, from stock bricks to brutalism. Our writer Ruby Flanagan takes you
Read moreDid you know Poplar is a rising star for street art in East London? With some very cool pieces just
Read moreHave you ever wondered why there is an 80 foot mural of a Chihuahua on Chrisp Street in Poplar? Now
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