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SUMMARY:Bermondsey Puppetry and Storytelling Festival: Free Storytelling at London Bubble
DESCRIPTION:Free family storytelling sessions with Laura Sampson. Venture into the forests of the world and get ready for our grand finale celebration in Bermondsey Spa Gardens on 12th July. In association with Bermondsey Literary Festival 2026. \nSuitable for ages 3-10 and their families. \nStorytimes: 11am \nReserve a spot \nLaura Sampson is a British-Trinidadian storyteller & writer. She loves to tell stories of big emotions\, surreal situations\, & misunderstood old ladies. She has worked with V&A\, Young V&A\, Discover Children’s Story Centre\, National Trust and many more. She is author of two collections\, Enchanted Tales (2023) & Mythical Tales (Sept 2025) published by Templar Books. https://www.laurasampson.com/ \nAbout Bermondsey & Beyond Literary Festival\nBermondsey & Beyond Literary Festival is a free community-led event that’s all about showcasing local talent and voices through literature. It’s a great chance to come together\, celebrate\, and support each other! With a variety of activities for everyone\, it’s the perfect chance to celebrate literature and the amazing talent in our community. \nBermondsey & Beyond Literary Festival is supported by Big Local Works https://www.biglocalworks.org.uk/ \n \n 
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/bermondsey-puppetry-and-storytelling-festival-free-workshop-london-bubble/
LOCATION:London Bubble\, - 5 Elephant Lane\,\, London\, SE16 4JD
CATEGORIES:Art,Bermondsey Cultural Events,Bermondsey Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T183000
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SUMMARY:Shadow Puppet Show & Tell - Bermondsey Puppet & Story Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special afterdark workshop and performances in Blue Bermondsey BID’s new workspace at The Biscuit Factory. Make your own Shadow Puppets with artist Sarah Sparkes and then join us for a special Show & Tell where you can present your shadow puppet or bring your own optical tricks and illusions to share on the screen with Magic Lanternist Frog Morris.  \nRecommended for ages 11+ / Adults \nReserve a spot \nHow to fund ARCH 616\nThe Arch\, Railway arch 616 Drummond road (enter site next to pocket storage). London SE16 4DG \nWhat 3 words : ///luxury.blaze.defeat \nGoogle map : https://maps.app.goo.gl/kxisMYzVBB9guJsX8 \n \nhttps://bermondsey.london/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WhatsApp-Video-2026-06-08-at-12.55.38.mp4\n  \n  \n\nAbout the artists….\nSarah Sparkes\nSarah Sparkes is a London-based artist whose multidisciplinary practice explores the boundaries between science\, folklore\, and the supernatural. Sarah works across installation\, sculpture\, film\, and performance as well as curating and teaching. She is the founder of live art project Chutney Preserves where puppets\, performers\, artist and the public interact in outdoor space\, including the Puppet Wars on Camberwell Green. Sarah has run many memorable activities in The Blue Marketplace\, including colouring competitions\, making christmas decorations and lantern making. \n \nFrog Morris \nFrog Morris is an artist and performers and been co-ordinating workshop and art events in The Blue Market since 2016.  Frog also is a member of the Magic Lantern Society and will bring his Magic Lantern and knowledge and experience of the history of light shows to share during the Show and Tell. Frog has preformed in many Magic Lantern Shows with Nicole Mollett\, including shows at the Barbican\, BFI\, Whitechapel Gallery and The Puppet Theatre Barge.\nhttp://www.artofthemagiclantern.co.uk/ \n \nBermondsey Puppet & Story Festival 2026\nA new family-friendly community festival is coming to Bermondsey in summer 2026. Bermondsey Puppet & Story Fest will feature free puppetry and storytelling workshops across local schools\, community venues and public spaces\, leading to a lively outdoor celebration in Bermondsey Spa Gardens on Sunday 12 July\, 12–5pm. \nThe finale will showcase community-made puppets alongside headline performances from internationally renowned storytellers including Usifu Jalloh\, Emily Hanna\, Marrianna Portello and Bernadette Russell. All events are free and open to all ages. \nExpect colour\, creativity\, and stories from across the community brought to life. \nFind out more:\nhttps://bermondsey.london/events/puppet-storytelling-festival-2026-bermondsey/
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/shadow-puppet-show-tell-bermondsey-puppet-story-festival/
LOCATION:The Arch\, Railway arch 616 Drummond Road\, London\, SE16 4DG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T104415Z
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SUMMARY:Literary Festival Bermondsey & Beyond 2026
DESCRIPTION:Bermondsey Literary Festival is a free community-led event that’s all about showcasing local talent and voices through literature. It’s a great chance to come together\, celebrate\, and support each other! With a variety of activities for everyone\, it’s the perfect chance to celebrate literature and the amazing talent in our community.
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/literary-festival-bermondsey-beyond-2026/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bermondsey Cultural Events,Bermondsey Events,Events in South London
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T180000
DTSTAMP:20260612T182509Z
CREATED:20260612T182509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T182509Z
UID:3680-1781352000-1781373600@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Susie Olczak\, To Tie You Over Exhibition
DESCRIPTION: To Tide You Over \, a solo presentation of new printmaking\, sculpture and moving image by Susie Olczak. Exploring how water connects and transforms landscapes through both natural and engineered systems\, the exhibition traces its movement across hidden and visible networks–from root systems and moisture bearing soils that quietly draw and redistribute moisture to infrastructures that manage flow and circulation. \nOlczak’s research connects Chile’s Atacama Desert with London’s waterways\, revealing how distant sites become linked through circulation and exchange. The nearby Brunel Tunnel – a pioneering Victorian underwater passage that became as much spectacle as infrastructure – exemplifies water’s dual role in shaping both practical necessity and cultural imagination\, a tension that runs throughout the exhibition. \nIn the main gallery\, Olczak’s ceramic sculptures embody the physicality of their engineering\, scratched and moulded into objects that speak to potential function as much as materiality and aesthetics. The works point to the contingent\, improvisational processes the artist uses to investigate spatial environments. Meanwhile\, moving image work in the Shed space splices together fragments of terrain\, water and light to meditative effect. \nIn proximity to the Thames\, To Tide You Over\, takes the river’s tidal rhythm as both subject and structure\, considering how adaptation offers ways of understanding shifting landscapes – where water is both sustaining and increasingly unpredictable. \nSusie Olczak is a multidisciplinary artist with a focus on sculpture. Her work considers ideas of contingent making and adaption in relation to climate change. \nExhibition\n\nJune 13\, 2026 – July 12\, 2026 \nFree Entry\nFriday\, Saturday and Sundays\n12pm-6pm\n\n 
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/susie-olczak-to-tie-you-over-exhibition-2/
LOCATION:Coleman Gallery\, 94 Webster Rd\, SE16 4DF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bermondsey Cultural Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T150000
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SUMMARY:Puppet & Storytelling Festival: Forest-Themed Drop-In Puppet-Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make and operate your own animal puppets using recycled materials with puppetmaker Gemma Kawaja (as seen at Norwich Puppet Theatre). Bring your creature creations along to Bermondsey Spa Gardens on 12 July to create a wild woodland scene for our finale celebration show. \nOur professional artist\, Gemma Kawaja\, is ready to help you make a magical puppet from tissue and rods.  All materials are provided. \nPuppets made at this event can be used at at our  grand finale celebration in Bermondsey Spa Gardens on 12th July. Put the date in your diary! \n\nAbout the workshop\nStep into a world of woodland wonder with our Forest-Themed Drop-In Puppet-Making Workshop at Bermondsey Blue Market! Presented by Crooked Timber Theatre! \nThis relaxed\, all-ages session invites you to create your own puppet inspired by the forest—think curious creatures\, tiny insects\, or anything that might be hiding among the trees. You can join at any time and take part at your own pace\, with guidance available to help you build a simple puppet structure. \nOnce your puppet has taken shape\, explore a wide range of materials to bring your woodland character to life. A selection of finished demonstration puppets will be on display to spark ideas and inspire your creations. \nPart of our puppet and storytelling festival\, this is a welcoming\, hands-on experience for all the family- come along\, get creative\, and leave with a unique puppet and a story to tell. \nGemma Khawaja – Crooked Timber Theatre\nGemma Khawaja is a professional puppeteer and folk singer and also makes puppets too. Gemma has performed in puppet shows produced by leading companies such as Norwich Puppet Theatre\, Horse & Bamboo Theatre\, Little Angel Theatre\, Monstro Theatre and Manchester’s Factory International\, as well as being a workshop leader for Norwich Puppet Theatre for many years. \nBermondsey Puppet & Story Festival 2026\nA new family-friendly community festival is coming to Bermondsey in summer 2026. Bermondsey Puppet & Story Fest will feature free puppetry and storytelling workshops across local schools\, community venues and public spaces\, leading to a lively outdoor celebration in Bermondsey Spa Gardens on Sunday 12 July\, 12–5pm. \nThe finale will showcase community-made puppets alongside headline performances from internationally renowned storytellers including Usifu Jalloh\, Emily Hanna\, Marrianna Portello and Bernadette Russell. \nFind out more:https://bermondsey.london/events/puppet-storytelling-festival-2026-bermondsey/ \nAll events are free and open to all ages. \nSupported by Blue Bermondsey BID\, Connection With Wonder and Southwark Cultural Celebration Fund\, the festival is brought to you by the team behind London Dreamtime Storytelling and Illuminate Bermondsey & Rotherhithe. \nWhat to expect from at the workshops\nFree public workshops will take place across local venues and outdoor spaces\, including weekly sessions at The Blue Market from May – July. Led by professional storytellers and puppeteers\, these hands-on sessions invite people of all ages to create puppets\, share stories and learn the techniques that bring puppetry and storytelling to life. Participants can contribute ideas and creations towards the final community celebration. No experience is needed — just curiosity and imagination. Take home your creations and then bring them along to Bermondsey Spa Gardens on Sunday 12 July 12 – 5pm and join in with our finale show!
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/puppet-story-telling-festival-workshop-5/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Bermondsey Cultural Events,Bermondsey Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T133531Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T133531Z
UID:3463-1781348400-1781366400@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:'Bark-mondsey' Square Pride and Paws
DESCRIPTION:Join us at ‘Bark-mondsey’ Square Pride and Paws\, where we celebrate the vibrant connection between our local community and our furry friends. \nProudly hosted by Lisa the Pet Sitter\, The Arzner Cinema and Bermondsey Square\, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming space for pet owners and animal lovers during Pride Month and beyond. \n\n\nAt “Bark”mondsey Square we prioritise community involvement\, LGBTQIA+ support & animal welfare through creating engaging events & programs. \nWe hope to run more events throughout the year where we can embrace these cultures. \nFind out more about our Dog-Friendly Screenings
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/barkmondsey-square-bermondsey-square/
CATEGORIES:Bermondsey Events,Events in South London
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260824T143636Z
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SUMMARY:Susie Olczak\, To Tie You Over Exhibition
DESCRIPTION: To Tide You Over \, a solo presentation of new printmaking\, sculpture and moving image by Susie Olczak. Exploring how water connects and transforms landscapes through both natural and engineered systems\, the exhibition traces its movement across hidden and visible networks–from root systems and moisture bearing soils that quietly draw and redistribute moisture to infrastructures that manage flow and circulation. \nOlczak’s research connects Chile’s Atacama Desert with London’s waterways\, revealing how distant sites become linked through circulation and exchange. The nearby Brunel Tunnel – a pioneering Victorian underwater passage that became as much spectacle as infrastructure – exemplifies water’s dual role in shaping both practical necessity and cultural imagination\, a tension that runs throughout the exhibition. \nIn the main gallery\, Olczak’s ceramic sculptures embody the physicality of their engineering\, scratched and moulded into objects that speak to potential function as much as materiality and aesthetics. The works point to the contingent\, improvisational processes the artist uses to investigate spatial environments. Meanwhile\, moving image work in the Shed space splices together fragments of terrain\, water and light to meditative effect. \nIn proximity to the Thames\, To Tide You Over\, takes the river’s tidal rhythm as both subject and structure\, considering how adaptation offers ways of understanding shifting landscapes – where water is both sustaining and increasingly unpredictable. \nSusie Olczak is a multidisciplinary artist with a focus on sculpture. Her work considers ideas of contingent making and adaption in relation to climate change. \nExhibition\n\nJune 13\, 2026 – July 12\, 2026 \nFree Entry\nFriday\, Saturday and Sundays\n12pm-6pm\n\n 
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/susie-olczak-to-tie-you-over-exhibition/
CATEGORIES:Bermondsey Cultural Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260612T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T182516Z
CREATED:20260611T174221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T182516Z
UID:3660-1781287200-1781298000@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Susie Olczak\, To Tie You Over Exhibition - Private View
DESCRIPTION: To Tide You Over \, a solo presentation of new printmaking\, sculpture and moving image by Susie Olczak. Exploring how water connects and transforms landscapes through both natural and engineered systems\, the exhibition traces its movement across hidden and visible networks–from root systems and moisture bearing soils that quietly draw and redistribute moisture to infrastructures that manage flow and circulation. \nOlczak’s research connects Chile’s Atacama Desert with London’s waterways\, revealing how distant sites become linked through circulation and exchange. The nearby Brunel Tunnel – a pioneering Victorian underwater passage that became as much spectacle as infrastructure – exemplifies water’s dual role in shaping both practical necessity and cultural imagination\, a tension that runs throughout the exhibition. \nIn the main gallery\, Olczak’s ceramic sculptures embody the physicality of their engineering\, scratched and moulded into objects that speak to potential function as much as materiality and aesthetics. The works point to the contingent\, improvisational processes the artist uses to investigate spatial environments. Meanwhile\, moving image work in the Shed space splices together fragments of terrain\, water and light to meditative effect. \nIn proximity to the Thames\, To Tide You Over\, takes the river’s tidal rhythm as both subject and structure\, considering how adaptation offers ways of understanding shifting landscapes – where water is both sustaining and increasingly unpredictable. \nSusie Olczak is a multidisciplinary artist with a focus on sculpture. Her work considers ideas of contingent making and adaption in relation to climate change. \nExhibition\n\nJune 13\, 2026 – July 12\, 2026 \nFree Entry\nFriday\, Saturday and Sundays\n12pm-6pm\n\n 
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/susie-olczak-to-tie-you-over-exhibition-private-view/
LOCATION:Coleman Gallery\, 94 Webster Rd\, SE16 4DF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bermondsey Cultural Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T174531Z
CREATED:20260202T120322Z
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SUMMARY:Puppet & Storytelling Festival: Free Bird Puppet Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Make your own winged birds with puppet and animation expert Phylida Hickish. Bring your new flapping feathered friends along to Bermondsey Spa Gardens on 12 July and join in with a performance by Brazilian storyteller Marianna Portella. \nMake bird puppet using Phylida’s templates and coloured paper that can be decorated with patterned fabric and paper offcuts and then flown around. They are very simple designs that ensure anyone of any ability or puppetry experience can join in! \nOur professional artist Phyllida Hickish is ready to help you make a magical puppet bird from recyled materials.  Everything you need will be provided. \nReserve a spot \nThe birds made at this event will be used at at our grand finale celebration in Bermondsey Spa Gardens on 12th July. \n  \nPhylida Hickish\nPhylly is a theatre maker and facilitator who loves sharing traditional crafts and puppetry with her local community! She is currently fascinated by crankie boxes\, whirligigs\, and eels. \nBermondsey Puppet & Storytelling Festival 2026\nA new family-friendly community festival is coming to Bermondsey in summer 2026. Bermondsey Puppet & Storytelling Festival will feature free puppetry and storytelling workshops across local schools\, community venues and public spaces\, leading to a lively outdoor celebration in Bermondsey Spa Gardens on Sunday 12 July\, 12–5pm. \nThe finale will showcase community-made puppets alongside headline performances from internationally renowned storytellers including Usifu Jalloh\, Emily Hanna\, Marrianna Portello and Bernadette Russell. All events are free and open to all ages. \nFind out more:\nhttps://bermondsey.london/events/puppet-storytelling-festival-2026-bermondsey/ \n  \n\nWhat to expect at the workshops\nFree public workshops will take place across local venues and outdoor spaces\, including sessions at The Blue Market and the finale in Bermondsey Spa Gardens. Led by professional storytellers and puppeteers\, these hands-on sessions invite people of all ages to create puppets\, share stories and learn the techniques that bring puppetry and storytelling to life. Participants can contribute ideas and creations towards the final community celebration. No experience is needed — just curiosity and imagination. Take home your creations and then bring them along to Bermondsey Spa Gardens on Sunday 12 July 12 – 5pm and join in with our finale show! \n\nFree drop-in workshop activity 12pm – 3pm\nAll ages welcome\nDisabled accessible\nSeating available\nMarket open with places to eat and drink nearby\n\nHow to get there?\nBy bus\n1\, 381\, P12 \nBy train\nSouth Bermondsey\, Canada Water \nBy tube\nBermondsey \nBy car\nParking on St James Road (2 hour maximum). Free street parking available at weekends\, please check signs for local restrictions. \nAccessibility \nBlue Market is an outdoor space all on one level with wide entrances\, suitable for pushchair\, wheelchairs and mobility vehicles. Seating available. Disabled access toilets in Blue Anchor Library.
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/puppet-story-telling-festival-workshop-4/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Bermondsey Cultural Events,Bermondsey Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T163000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214248Z
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UID:3332-1780144200-1780158600@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Let's Make Music and Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join UMAT for a joyful community afternoon of live music\, salsa dancing and family-friendly entertainment\, with a special musical tribute to the late Russell Dryden. Bring friends\, family and dancing shoes — we’ll see you at The Blue Market! \nEvent schedule\n\n12:45  Stephen Pierre (swing / crooner songs)\n13:00 — Salsa Oracle Dance\n13:30 — Stephane Harivelo (guitar / singer)\n13:50 — Tribute to Russell Dryden (poems / songs)\n14:00 — Kitch ’n’ Sync Community Choir\n14:30 — Salsa dance session\n15:00–15:20 — Stephane Harivello\n15:20–16:10 — Salsa Dance Finale\n\n(all times are approximate) \nAbout UMAT\nFounded in 2018 by vocalist Stephen Pierre\, UMAT (Urban Music & Arts Trust CIC) is a grassroots\, not‑for‑profit community music group based in London. UMAT champions emerging and established musicians\, promotes equality and diversity\, and creates inclusive cultural experiences. \nAccolades\n– Nominated for a Mayor of London Culture and Creative Award\n– Recipient of a Southwark Business Excellence Award \nMore from UMAT\nUMAT presents events across London — from Bermondsey Square Jazz Days to performances at Victoria Park’s Palm Tree Pub — bringing music\, community and joy together. \nMore info: www.umat.org.uk \nCall to action\nFree event — just turn up and enjoy.
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/lets-make-music-and-dance-may-2026/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T103952Z
CREATED:20260202T115947Z
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SUMMARY:Free Jumping Jack workshop & Let’s Make Music & Dance
DESCRIPTION:Make your own Jumping Jack puppet with artists and puppet maker Sarah Sparkes and dance along to live music in the Market Place with Unity Music Arts Trust. \nReserve a spot \nAll puppets made at this event can be used at at our  grand finale celebration in Bermondsey Spa Gardens on 12th July.Put the date in your diary! \n  \n \nArtist Sarah Sparkes\nSarah Sparkes is a London-based artist whose multidisciplinary practice explores the boundaries between science\, folklore\, and the supernatural. Sarah works across installation\, sculpture\, film\, and performance as well as curating and teaching. She is the founder of live art project Chutney Preserves where puppets\, performers\, artist and the public interact in outdoor space\, including the Puppet Wars on Camberwell Green. Sarah has run many memorable activities in The Blue Marketplace\, including colouring competitions\, making Christmas decorations and lantern making. \nUnity Music Arts Trust\nLet’s Make Music & Dance is a free community event with live music and dance workshops organised by musician Steven Pierre. The programme will include a community choir\, guitar/vocalist\, salsa dancing plus a special guest vocal crooner performing classic hits. This is an annual event to celebrate the memory of community hero\, musician and beloved market fishmonger Russel Dryden. \n \nBermondsey Puppet & Storytelling Festival 2026\nA new family-friendly community festival is coming to Bermondsey in summer 2026. Bermondsey Puppet & Storytelling Festival will feature free puppetry and storytelling workshops across local schools\, community venues and public spaces\, leading to a lively outdoor celebration in Bermondsey Spa Gardens on Sunday 12 July\, 12–5pm. \nThe finale will showcase community-made puppets alongside headline performances from internationally renowned storytellers including Usifu Jalloh\, Emily Hanna\, Marrianna Portello and Bernadette Russell. All events are free and open to all ages. \nFind out more:\nhttps://bermondsey.london/events/puppet-storytelling-festival-2026-bermondsey/ \n  \n\nWhat to expect at the workshops\nFree public workshops will take place across local venues and outdoor spaces\, including sessions at The Blue Market and the finale in Bermondsey Spa Gardens. Led by professional storytellers and puppeteers\, these hands-on sessions invite people of all ages to create puppets\, share stories and learn the techniques that bring puppetry and storytelling to life. Participants can contribute ideas and creations towards the final community celebration. No experience is needed — just curiosity and imagination. Take home your creations and then bring them along to Bermondsey Spa Gardens on Sunday 12 July 12 – 5pm and join in with our finale show! \n\nFree drop-in workshop activity 12pm – 3pm\nLive performance : 12.30 – 4.30pm\nAll ages welcome\nDisabled accessible\nSeating available\nMarket open with places to eat and drink nearby\n\nHow to get there?\nBy bus\n1\, 381\, P12 \nBy train\nSouth Bermondsey\, Canada Water \nBy tube\nBermondsey \nBy car\nParking on St James Road (2 hour maximum). Free street parking available at weekends\, please check signs for local restrictions. \nAccessibility \nBlue Market is an outdoor space all on one level with wide entrances\, suitable for pushchair\, wheelchairs and mobility vehicles. Seating available. Disabled access toilets in Blue Anchor Library.
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/puppet-story-fest-workshop-3/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Bermondsey Cultural Events,Bermondsey Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T102206Z
CREATED:20260413T091914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T102206Z
UID:2905-1779537600-1779548400@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Puppet and Storytelling Festival: Free Storytelling and Puppet Making
DESCRIPTION:Free family drop-in craft with storytelling. Listen to an Anansi with Storyteller Baden Prince Jr then create your own tiger puppet and find out how to bring it to life! \nFamilies can make their own fearsome Big Cat hand puppet with Frog Morris to bring to our finale event on 12 July. All materials are provided. \nStorytelling is suitable for all ages and lasts 20 minutes.  Storytimes: 12.30\, 1.30and 2.30 \nReserve a spot \nAll puppets made at this event can be used at at our grand finale celebration in Bermondsey Spa Gardens on 12th July. Put the date in your diary! \nBaden Prince Jnr\nBaden Prince Jnr is a dynamic poet\, performer and storyteller with decades of experience in live literature and an impressive reputation. His repertoire incorporates “traditional” tales from the Caribbean and all over the world\, as well as original\, self-penned material. As a writer and performer Baden engages reader and audience with a style that is warm\, self-assured with an entertaining blend of insight and humour. https://antiguanherald.com/articles/2026/02/27/antiguan-born-poet-baden-prince-earns-honorary-literary-recognition-in-uk.html \nBermondsey Puppet & Storytelling Festival 2026\nA new family-friendly community festival is coming to Bermondsey in summer 2026. Bermondsey Puppet & Storytelling Festival will feature free puppetry and storytelling workshops across local schools\, community venues and public spaces\, leading to a lively outdoor celebration in Bermondsey Spa Gardens on Sunday 12 July\, 12–5pm. \nThe finale will showcase community-made puppets alongside headline performances from internationally renowned storytellers including Usifu Jalloh\, Emily Hanna\, Marrianna Portello and Bernadette Russell. All events are free and open to all ages. \nFind out more:\nhttps://bermondsey.london/events/puppet-storytelling-festival-2026-bermondsey/ \n  \n\nWhat to expect at the workshops\nFree public workshops will take place across local venues and outdoor spaces\, including sessions at The Blue Market and the finale in Bermondsey Spa Gardens. Led by professional storytellers and puppeteers\, these hands-on sessions invite people of all ages to create puppets\, share stories and learn the techniques that bring puppetry and storytelling to life. Participants can contribute ideas and creations towards the final community celebration. No experience is needed — just curiosity and imagination. Take home your creations and then bring them along to Bermondsey Spa Gardens on Sunday 12 July 12 – 5pm and join in with our finale show! \n\nFree drop-in workshop activity 12pm – 3pm\nFree storytelling performance : 12.30\, 1.30and 2.30\nAll ages welcome\nDisabled accessible\nSeating available\nMarket open with places to eat and drink nearby\n\nHow to get there?\nBy bus\n 1\, 381\, P12 \nBy train\n South Bermondsey\, Canada Water \nBy tube\nBermondsey \nBy car\nParking on St James Road (2 hour maximum). Free street parking available at weekends\, please check signs for local restrictions. \nAccessibility \nBlue Market is an outdoor space all on one level with wide entrances\, suitable for pushchair\, wheelchairs and mobility vehicles. Seating available. Disabled access toilets in Blue Anchor Library.
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/puppet-and-storytelling-fest-free-workshop-2/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Bermondsey Cultural Events,Bermondsey Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T144430Z
CREATED:20260413T084805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T144430Z
UID:2893-1778932800-1778943600@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Puppet & Storytelling Festival: Forest Storytelling and Puppet Making
DESCRIPTION:Free family drop-in craft with storytelling. Create your own woodland puppet and find out how to bring it to life! Bangladeshi born storyteller Rez Kabir performs in the Marketplace. \nCome and hear a story from our professional storyteller blending myth and legend\, with movement\, humour and interaction. Then make and decorate a tree-spirit marionette with artist Sarah Sparkes. Suitable for all ages!\n(children must be accompanied by an adult.)\n\nRez Kabir is an actor and storyteller. He performs his own stories in English\, incorporating different languages such as Bengali. His stories are world-based and are from traditional\, as well as modern\, sources. Using songs\, movement\, mime and puppetry (Rez trained at Little Angel Theatre) to create a visual treat and a magical experience. \nSarah Sparkes works across installation\, sculpture\, film\, and performance as well as curating and teaching. She is the founder of live art project Chutney Preserves where puppets\, performers\, artist and the public interact in outdoor space\, including the ‘Puppet Wars’ on Camberwell Green. \nThis event is part of the Bermondsey Puppet and Storytelling festival 2026. More info here. \nAll ages welcome\, all materials provided. \nStorytelling is suitable for all ages and lasts 20 minutes.  Storytimes: 12.30\, 1.30and 2.30 \nAll puppets made at this event can be used at at our  grand finale celebration in Bermondsey Spa Gardens on 12th July. Put the date in your diary! \n\n \nStoryteller : Rez Kabir\nRez Kabir is an actor & storyteller based in London. Born in Chittagong\, Bangladesh\, he came to UK with his parents. He acts\, produces\, writes and works in theatre\, film and TV across the UK and internationally. He has dedicated much of his work to local communities\, young people and families to support literacy\, language and well being. He is also Artistic Director of Tamarind Theatre Co based in Whitechapel\, widening participation in the arts. https://mayaproductions.co.uk/about-maya/rez-kabir/ \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nArtist : Sarah Sparkes\nSarah Sparkes is a London-based artist whose multidisciplinary practice explores the boundaries between science\, folklore\, and the supernatural. Sarah works across installation\, sculpture\, film\, and performance as well as curating and teaching. She is the founder of live art project Chutney Preserves where puppets\, performers\, artist and the public interact in outdoor space\, including the Puppet Wars on Camberwell Green. Sarah has run many memorable activities in The Blue Marketplace\, including colouring competitions\, making christmas decorations and lantern making. \n \nBermondsey Puppet & Storytelling Festival 2026\nA new family-friendly community festival is coming to Bermondsey in summer 2026. Bermondsey Puppet & Storytelling Festival will feature free puppetry and storytelling workshops across local schools\, community venues and public spaces\, leading to a lively outdoor celebration in Bermondsey Spa Gardens on Sunday 12 July\, 12–5pm. \nThe finale will showcase community-made puppets alongside headline performances from internationally renowned storytellers including Usifu Jalloh\, Emily Hanna\, Marrianna Portello and Bernadette Russell. All events are free and open to all ages. \nFind out more:\nhttps://bermondsey.london/events/puppet-storytelling-festival-2026-bermondsey/ \n  \nWhat to expect at the workshops\nFree public workshops will take place across local venues and outdoor spaces\, including sessions at The Blue Market and the finale in Bermondsey Spa Gardens. Led by professional storytellers and puppeteers\, these hands-on sessions invite people of all ages to create puppets\, share stories and learn the techniques that bring puppetry and storytelling to life. Participants can contribute ideas and creations towards the final community celebration. No experience is needed — just curiosity and imagination. Take home your creations and then bring them along to Bermondsey Spa Gardens on Sunday 12 July 12 – 5pm and join in with our finale show! \n\nFree drop-in workshop activity 12pm – 3pm\nFree storytelling performance : 12.30\, 1.30and 2.30\nAll ages welcome\nDisabled accessible\nSeating available\nMarket open with places to eat and drink nearby\n\nHow to get there?\nBy bus\n 1\, 381\, P12 \nBy train\n South Bermondsey\, Canada Water \nBy tube\nBermondsey \nBy car\nParking on St James Road (2 hour maximum). Free street parking available at weekends\, please check signs for local restrictions. \nAccessibility \nBlue Market is an outdoor space all on one level with wide entrances\, suitable for pushchair\, wheelchairs and mobility vehicles. Seating available. Disabled access toilets in Blue Anchor Library.
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/puppet-storytelling-fest-free-workshop-1/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Bermondsey Cultural Events,Bermondsey Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260204T110106Z
CREATED:20260202T115240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T110106Z
UID:2469-1777723200-1777734000@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Millwall Match Day Face painting / Arts and crafts  /  2 May
DESCRIPTION:It’s great to see local businesses in Bermondsey coming together to support family-friendly initiatives that benefit the whole community. \nOn weekends with home fixtures\, we’ll be offering free face painting at The Blue Market. The designs don’t have to be football-themed — kids can choose anything they like. \n Where: The Blue Market Place\, Market Place\, Bermondsey\, London SE16 3UQ \n\nIn Bermondsey\, we’re lucky to have a strong network of local businesses who don’t just operate side by side\, but actively pitch in together to support the wider community. One of the clearest examples of this collaboration is what happens on Millwall matchdays. \nFootball brings energy and footfall to the area\, and we see that as an opportunity\, not just to welcome supporters\, but to create something extra for families and local residents too. By adding simple pop-up activities like face painting\, we help make matchdays feel welcoming and inclusive for everyone. \nIt’s all about collaboration. A single business might only be able to do a small thing\, but when we pool resources\, ideas\, and energy\, the result is something much bigger. Families feel welcome\, businesses see new faces\, and the area becomes a destination rather than just a route to the stadium. \nThis spirit of pitching in together is at the heart of Bermondsey’s identity. Matchdays are a reminder that when local businesses put community first\, everyone benefits; residents\, visitors\, and supporters alike.
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/millwall-match-day-face-painting-2nd-may/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Bermondsey Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T104817Z
CREATED:20260414T103642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T104817Z
UID:3035-1776510000-1776531600@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Bermondsey Latino
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for two unforgettable Saturdays filled with the energy\, warmth and celebration of Latin America right in the heart of Bermondsey. More than a market\, Bermondsey Latino is a lively cultural experience where the whole community can come together to enjoy the spirit\, flavours and creativity of Latin America in a welcoming pedestrianised square. \nExpect a joyful day packed with delicious discoveries\, colourful stalls\, live performances and free family workshops with activities for all ages – the perfect way to spend a Saturday with friends and family in South London. \nThere will also be live performances and free family workshops with activities for all ages\, creating a festive atmosphere where music\, dance and creativity bring everyone together. \nIt’s free\, it’s local\, and it’s full of corazón. Don’t miss the return of Bermondsey’s favourite cultural market! \nFOOD AND DRINK STALLS \nBermondsey Latino is a colourful celebration of Latin American culture taking place at The Blue Market. Enjoy authentic Latin street food\, live music\, dance\, and community stalls from across Latin America. \nWe highlight the cuisine and culture of a different country – from Colombian arepas and coffee to Mexican tacos and Peruvian empanadas\, this is a place to let your tastebuds explore the bold\, rich flavours of the Latin American continent. Expect upbeat music\, live dance performances\, workshops\, friendly vibes\, and a family-friendly atmosphere. \nCome hungry and curious – discover something new\, support local traders\, and be part of this growing cultural event in the heart of Bermondsey. \nPiñata ART & CRAFTS WORKSHOPS \nHelp us make a GIANT Piñata and then smash it!!! Workshop 12pm – 3pm. \n \nLIVE PERFORMANCES \nMusic and Dance from 12 noon \n \nMillwall Matchday Facepainting \nOn weekends with home fixtures\, we’ll be offering free face painting at The Blue Market. The designs don’t have to be football-themed — kids can choose anything they like
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/bermondsey-latino-3/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260412T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260204T102509Z
CREATED:20260129T144831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T102509Z
UID:2448-1775988000-1776009600@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Young Traders Market
DESCRIPTION:Big Local Works\, in partnership with the National Market Traders Federation (NMTF)\, is proud to host Young Traders Market at The Blue Market in Bermondsey in 2026. These events will take place on selected Saturdays between March and July \nWhat is Young Traders Market?\nThe project\, funded by the National Lottery Community Fund\, aims to support new aspiring market traders by providing unique\, real-life trading opportunities at our town centre market   as well as access to business skills training and networking events. \nThe Young Traders Markets offer a unique platform for aspiring entrepreneurs aged 16–30 to showcase their talents and goods to the public\, test their business ideas\, and gain hands-on experience in a market environment. \nWe have successfully run this project for the past 2 years\, and have seen more than 40 young entrepreneurs take part. This year each market event will offer up to six free stalls. Selected traders will receive a pitch\, table\, and gazebo at no cost\, removing common barriers to entry and allowing them to focus on developing their business\, building confidence\, and engaging with new customers. \nThese events offer an opportunity for visitors to discover unique local items\, support emerging entrepreneurs and enjoy the lively atmosphere of Bermondsey’s local market. \nIn addition to the market days\, Big Local Works will host regular networking events open to young traders\, market operators\, and partner organisations.
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/young-traders-market-12-april-2026/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Market
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260211T134707Z
CREATED:20260202T114935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T134707Z
UID:2467-1774094400-1774105200@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Castellers of London Calçotada
DESCRIPTION:For more info please see the main page https://bermondsey.london/events/experience-and-participate-castellers-of-london-in-bermondsey-21st-march-2026-12-3pm/
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/castellers-of-london-calcotada/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bermondsey Cultural Events,Bermondsey Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260314T150000
DTSTAMP:20260204T110111Z
CREATED:20260202T114809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T110111Z
UID:2465-1773491400-1773500400@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Millwall Match Day Face painting / Arts and crafts / 14 March
DESCRIPTION:It’s great to see local businesses in Bermondsey coming together to support family-friendly initiatives that benefit the whole community. \nOn weekends with home fixtures\, we’ll be offering free face painting at The Blue Market. The designs don’t have to be football-themed — kids can choose anything they like. \n Where: The Blue Market Place\, Market Place\, Bermondsey\, London SE16 3UQ \n\nIn Bermondsey\, we’re lucky to have a strong network of local businesses who don’t just operate side by side\, but actively pitch in together to support the wider community. One of the clearest examples of this collaboration is what happens on Millwall matchdays. \nFootball brings energy and footfall to the area\, and we see that as an opportunity\, not just to welcome supporters\, but to create something extra for families and local residents too. By adding simple pop-up activities like face painting\, we help make matchdays feel welcoming and inclusive for everyone. \nIt’s all about collaboration. A single business might only be able to do a small thing\, but when we pool resources\, ideas\, and energy\, the result is something much bigger. Families feel welcome\, businesses see new faces\, and the area becomes a destination rather than just a route to the stadium. \nThis spirit of pitching in together is at the heart of Bermondsey’s identity. Matchdays are a reminder that when local businesses put community first\, everyone benefits; residents\, visitors\, and supporters alike.
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/millwall-match-day-face-painting-14th-march/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Bermondsey Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T223000
DTSTAMP:20260409T171046Z
CREATED:20260409T171046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T171046Z
UID:2725-1772902800-1772922600@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:"Purple Reign" Art Show
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to “Purple Reign”\, a celebration of creativity\, equality\, and vision for International Women’s Day — featuring artists of all genders. \nThis immersive exhibition explores gender equality and expression through the symbolic force of purple\, showcasing powerful works by 20+ national and international artists across visual art\, photography\, sculpture\, music and live visuals. \n📅 Dates\nOpening: Saturday 7 March | 17.00-22.30 \nArt show by 20+ artists\nSpoken word & workshop “Purple Yarn Play” by @nicola_jreid\nResident DJs @ekayhouse @double_l___dj @sara_p_dj & visuals\nExhibition: Open for one month \n📍 Location\nMagazzino London. (2 entrances) Maltby Street Market or 78\, Druid street  SE1 2AN\nAn emerging arts hub and bar with yummy pizzas\, seating areas\, and DJs \n🎨 Theme\nPurple in all its shades — deep\, vibrant\, soft\, muted — leading the narrative\, with works exploring:\n• Equality\n• Empowerment\n• Denunciation\n• Body affirmation \n🎶 Programme Highlights\n• 18th March: Women DJs / VJs / artists evening — dance\, live painting & networking\n• 21st March: Workshop with @eveobrochta — “Queens of the Resistance” followed by a talk by @paigemeganhawley from @_nastygallery and women paste-up meetup \nCome celebrate\, collaborate\, and let creativity reign in purple. 💜 \nIn collaboration with @thestreetgallery25 and @synthesis.ldn supported by @inspiringcity @gend-ity @latundrarevista @magazzino.ldn\nPoster by @mouseonthetelly @apparan
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/purple-reign-art-show/
LOCATION:magazzino London\, 78\, Druid St.\, LONDON\, London\, SE1 2AN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Bermondsey Cultural Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T160000
DTSTAMP:20260129T143416Z
CREATED:20260129T143106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T143416Z
UID:2438-1772877600-1772899200@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Young Traders Market
DESCRIPTION:Young Traders Market events are back! \nBig Local Works\, in partnership with the National Market Traders Federation (NMTF)\, is proud to host Young Traders Market at The Blue Market in Bermondsey in 2026. These events will take place on selected Saturdays between March and July \nWhat is Young Traders Market? \nThe project\, funded by the National Lottery Community Fund\, aims to support new aspiring market traders by providing unique\, real-life trading opportunities at our town centre market   as well as access to business skills training and networking events. \nThe Young Traders Markets offer a unique platform for aspiring entrepreneurs aged 16–30 to showcase their talents and goods to the public\, test their business ideas\, and gain hands-on experience in a market environment. \nThese events offer an opportunity for visitors to discover unique local items\, support emerging entrepreneurs and enjoy the lively atmosphere of Bermondsey’s local market.
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/young-traders-market/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Market
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T180000
DTSTAMP:20260204T103752Z
CREATED:20260129T141534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T103752Z
UID:2436-1772290800-1772301600@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Bermondsey Wassail 2026
DESCRIPTION:Wake the Trees: Bermondsey Wassail at The Blue Market Place 3pm\nThere is a particular kind of winter hush that settles over an orchard. \nBranches sketch themselves against a pale sky. The ground is cold enough to make your boots feel honest. The trees stand quietly\, doing the long work of waiting. \nAnd then\, once a year\, people arrive—with song\, laughter\, lanterns\, and a very old idea: that gratitude has a sound\, and community can be an offering. \nThat idea is wassailing. \nOn Saturday 28th February\, Bermondsey gathers once again at The Blue Market Place for a family-friendly afternoon of music\, making\, procession\, and shared joy\, before heading together to the Rouel Estate Community Orchard to wake the trees from their winter rest. \nWhat is a Wassail?\nIn its simplest form\, wassailing is a mid-winter ritual where people come together to thank fruit trees for what they have given\, to ward off bad luck\, and to encourage a healthy harvest in the year ahead. \nIt is part celebration\, part blessing\, part collective pep talk for a sleeping orchard. \nOr\, as Ranger Lesley Wertheimer beautifully puts it:“We’re about to wassail the trees\, which is a pagan ritual to say thank you… and to also ensure that the trees grow well and provide even more apples next year.” \nIn other words: we show up\, we make some joyful noise\, and we tell the trees—quite sincerely—“Keep going. We’re in this with you.” \nA Ritual with Muddy Boots and Big Intent\nWassailing has deep roots in British folk tradition\, particularly in cider-making regions\, but what makes Bermondsey’s Wassail special is how ancient and practical it feels at the same time. \nThe Rouel Estate Community Orchard is still young. It will be years before it produces apples in any meaningful quantity. In a culture trained to expect everything instantly\, that kind of waiting is radical. \nSo the wassail becomes a promise as much as a party. \nWe are not demanding fruit yet. We are saying: take your time—and when you do give\, do it well. \nIt is a ritual that honours patience\, and makes waiting feel active. \nWhat Will Happen on the Day\nThe Wassail is joyful\, welcoming\, and deliberately noisy. \nFrom 3pm\, join us at The Blue Market Place for: \n\nMusic and singing\nLantern- and crown-making\nWhistles\, drums\, pots\, wooden spoons—anything that makes a good racket\nSome very special guests 👀\n\nAt 4.30pm\, we assemble for a lantern-lit procession to the Rouel Estate Community Orchard\, where we’ll sing to the apple and pear trees\, toast them\, and officially wake them up for the year ahead. \nThere will be non-alcoholic fruit punch and mulled cider\, shared in the spirit of warmth and celebration. \nChildren are very welcome (with an accompanying adult)\, and costumes\, crowns\, and leafy flair are strongly encouraged. \nWhy Wassail Still Matters\nIt’s easy to think of wassailing as charming folklore—nice\, but optional. \nBut in a city\, orchards need more than soil and water. They need witnesses. They need stories. They need people who feel that the trees belong to them—not in an ownership sense\, but in a sense of care and responsibility. \nLocal fruit isn’t just nostalgic. It’s a practical response to climate change\, supply chains\, and food resilience. Wassail helps people care about trees before the fruit arrives. It turns stewardship into something social\, memorable\, and fun. \nYou don’t just take.You turn up.You thank.You sing.You commit. \nCome Sing the Orchard Into Being\nIn recent years\, around a hundred people have gathered to sing to these trees. That number is its own kind of magic. It says this orchard is not just a collection of saplings—it’s a shared project\, with a chorus. \nIf you come\, you might leave with cold cheeks and warm hands. You’ll almost certainly leave with the feeling that you’ve taken part in something both ancient and urgently modern: a local answer to a global problem\, sung into the branches of a young orchard still learning how to be an orchard. \nBecause the best time to care about a tree isn’t when it’s heavy with fruit. \nIt’s now—while it is still becoming.
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/bermondsey-wassail-2026/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bermondsey Cultural Events,Bermondsey Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260204T110042Z
CREATED:20260202T114448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T110042Z
UID:2463-1772281800-1772290800@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Millwall Match Day Face painting / Arts and crafts
DESCRIPTION:It’s great to see local businesses in Bermondsey coming together to support family-friendly initiatives that benefit the whole community. \nOn weekends with home fixtures\, we’ll be offering free face painting at The Blue Market. The designs don’t have to be football-themed — kids can choose anything they like. \n Where: The Blue Market Place\, Market Place\, Bermondsey\, London SE16 3UQ \n\nIn Bermondsey\, we’re lucky to have a strong network of local businesses who don’t just operate side by side\, but actively pitch in together to support the wider community. One of the clearest examples of this collaboration is what happens on Millwall matchdays. \nFootball brings energy and footfall to the area\, and we see that as an opportunity\, not just to welcome supporters\, but to create something extra for families and local residents too. By adding simple pop-up activities like face painting\, we help make matchdays feel welcoming and inclusive for everyone. \nIt’s all about collaboration. A single business might only be able to do a small thing\, but when we pool resources\, ideas\, and energy\, the result is something much bigger. Families feel welcome\, businesses see new faces\, and the area becomes a destination rather than just a route to the stadium. \nThis spirit of pitching in together is at the heart of Bermondsey’s identity. Matchdays are a reminder that when local businesses put community first\, everyone benefits; residents\, visitors\, and supporters alike.
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/millwall-match-day-facepainting/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Bermondsey Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260204T110055Z
CREATED:20260202T114340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T110055Z
UID:2461-1771677000-1771686000@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Millwall Match Day Face painting / Arts and crafts / 21 February
DESCRIPTION:It’s great to see local businesses in Bermondsey coming together to support family-friendly initiatives that benefit the whole community. \nOn weekends with home fixtures\, we’ll be offering free face painting at The Blue Market. The designs don’t have to be football-themed — kids can choose anything they like. \n Where: The Blue Market Place\, Market Place\, Bermondsey\, London SE16 3UQ \n\nIn Bermondsey\, we’re lucky to have a strong network of local businesses who don’t just operate side by side\, but actively pitch in together to support the wider community. One of the clearest examples of this collaboration is what happens on Millwall matchdays. \nFootball brings energy and footfall to the area\, and we see that as an opportunity\, not just to welcome supporters\, but to create something extra for families and local residents too. By adding simple pop-up activities like face painting\, we help make matchdays feel welcoming and inclusive for everyone. \nIt’s all about collaboration. A single business might only be able to do a small thing\, but when we pool resources\, ideas\, and energy\, the result is something much bigger. Families feel welcome\, businesses see new faces\, and the area becomes a destination rather than just a route to the stadium. \nThis spirit of pitching in together is at the heart of Bermondsey’s identity. Matchdays are a reminder that when local businesses put community first\, everyone benefits; residents\, visitors\, and supporters alike.
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/millwall-match-day-facepainting-arts-and-crafts/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Bermondsey Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T233000
DTSTAMP:20260129T172746Z
CREATED:20260129T172746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T172746Z
UID:2389-1771527600-1771543800@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Curated and fun Singles Social Dating event in Bermondsey @Cirque
DESCRIPTION:Bonnie & Clyde is rewriting the rules of dating in London\, with curated singles events for people who want more than the ordinary. \nPlayful\, stylish\, and unapologetically social\, each Bonnie & Clyde night attracts London’s smart\, culturally curious singles who crave real connection – without the clichés. \nOur next event takes place at Cirque\, a quirky new cocktail bar in Bermondsey\, and we couldn’t be more excited. \nWill you meet your future partner? Maybe. \nWill you have a great evening with fun people? Absolutely. \nWhat to expect on the night\n  \nMeet & Greet \nFrom the moment you arrive\, our hosts will introduce you to a few new faces. Come solo or with friends – either way\, you’re instantly part of the crowd. \nBurlesque Act I \nThe fabulous Miss Giddy Heights kicks off the evening with a dazzling burlesque performance – playful\, stylish\, and the perfect way to set the tone. \nThe Game \nNext up: a hosted rotating game designed to help you meet everyone in the room\, minus the awkwardness. Think speed-dating meets pub quiz… with a mischievous side mission involving dollar bills straight from the Bank of Bonnie & Clyde. Laughter guaranteed. \nBurlesque Act II \nAnother show-stopping performance from Miss Giddy Heights to keep the energy high. \nFree Social \nAfter that\, it’s time to mingle. Our hosts stay on hand as your wingmen all evening\, helping spark conversations and making sure no one’s left on the sidelines. \nOur goal isn’t just to match partners in crime – it’s to build a fun\, welcoming community. \nSee you soon. 🔫
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/curated-and-fun-singles-social-dating-event-in-bermondsey-cirque/
LOCATION:Cirque\, 1 Bermondsey Square\, London\, London\, SE1 3UN
CATEGORIES:Events in South London
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bonnie &amp%3B Clyde":MAILTO:hello@bonnieandclyde.io
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T170000
DTSTAMP:20251121T112705Z
CREATED:20250509T124914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T112705Z
UID:1317-1764417600-1764435600@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Cockney Sing-a-long Day & Punch and Judy 2025
DESCRIPTION:ROLL UP FOR A RIGHT KNEES-UP! 🎩🎹 \nJoin us in the Blue Bermondsey Market Place for a toe tapping and foot-stomping\, all-singing celebration of Cockney spirit! \nWe’re going full on Pearly Kings\, pie & mash\, jellied eels (auntie nellies!)\, shell fish – with live piano sing-alongs\, rhyming slang fun\, and plenty of good old-fashioned London cheer. \nWhether you’re a true cockney\, here on holiday\, or just fancy a bit of London magic\, pull on your best flat cap and come have a knees-up with us! \nFREE ENTRY | All ages welcome | Saturday from 12 noon \n“Don’t dilly dally – get down the apples and pears!”
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/cockney-sing-a-long-day-2025/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Bermondsey Cultural Events,Bermondsey Events,Events in South London
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T160000
DTSTAMP:20251121T112446Z
CREATED:20251121T112446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T112446Z
UID:2143-1764414000-1764432000@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Winter Makers Market Shop small and support independent makers!
DESCRIPTION:Bermondsey will be hosting a festive showcase of independent creative talent as the Winter Makers Market returns this November. Visitors can explore a curated selection of artists and makers offering original prints\, ceramics\, jewellery\, textiles\, homewares\, illustrations\, and more—ideal for thoughtful\, one-of-a-kind gifts during the holiday season. \nThe market provides a fantastic opportunity to support local artists and small businesses\, with free entry for all. Bring friends\, browse handmade work\, and enjoy a relaxed and welcoming community atmosphere. \nEvent DetailsDate: Saturday 29 November 2025Time: 11:00am–4:00pmLocation: Drawing Room (Community Studio)\, Unit 1B New Tannery Way\, SE1 5WS\, LondonEntry: Free \nAccessibilityThe venue offers step-free access and is fully wheelchair accessible.Further accessibility information is available here: https://drawingroom.org.uk/visit-us/access/ \nTo help manage capacity and ensure a comfortable experience\, attendees are encouraged to visit during a chosen time slot. Three drop-in sessions will run between 11:00am and 4:00pm\, each providing ample time to explore the market while supporting smooth visitor flow throughout the day. \n\n\n🕚 drop in between 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM\n🕧 drop in between 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM\n🕑 drop in between 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \n\nBook free ticket here\nFeaturing artists: Katya Derksen @katyaderksen // Clover Lee @cloverleecrins // Andrea G Artz @andreagartz // Tubbing Rummy @tubbingrummy // Holly Allan @hollyallanstudio // Amy Browne and Will Powers @amybrowneishere @willpowersmakes // Halima Akhtar @limaakhtar // Alex Chilvers @alexjchilvers // Meg Henry @meghenryjewellery // Slow Down Club @slowdownclub_ // outhouse gallery @out.house.gallery // Eleanor Joanna @el.ustrates // KNEED @_Kneed_ // Molly Piper Greaves @mollypipergreaves // Annie Rose Edwards @annieroseed // Mina Fouladi @minafouladi // Sylwia Narbutt @sylwianarbutt // Caroline AreskogJones @are3kog // Toil and Trouble @ toil_and_trouble_projects //
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/winter-makers-market-shop-small-and-support-independent-makers/
LOCATION:Drawing Room\, Unit 1B New Tannery Wy\, London\, SE1 5WS
CATEGORIES:Bermondsey Events,Events in South London,Market
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T170000
DTSTAMP:20251124T172102Z
CREATED:20251124T172102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T172102Z
UID:2158-1764343800-1764349200@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:St James’ Bermondsey Larder Tree
DESCRIPTION:St James’ Bermondsey Larder Tree: Celebrating God’s Goodness\nJoin St James’ Church for a warm and creative community afternoon as we decorate our Larder Tree for the Bermondsey Advent Art Trail. This free family-friendly event brings together craft\, fun\, food\, story\, and prayer—offering a joyful start to the festive season. \nWhether you’re a regular at St James’ or simply looking for something meaningful to do with the kids\, everyone is welcome to come along\, get creative\, and help bring the Christmas tree to life. \n📅 Friday 28 November⏰ 3:30–5pm📍 St James’ Church\, Thurland Road\, SE16 4AA \nFor more information\, email stjamesandstannes@gmail.com or visit godlovesbermondsey.co.uk.
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/st-james-bermondsey-larder-tree/
LOCATION:St James’ Church\, Thurland Road\, SE16 4AA\, St James’ Church\, Thurland Road\, London\, SE16 4AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Bermondsey Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="St James%E2%80%99 Church%2C Thurland Road":MAILTO:stjamesandstannes@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T190000
DTSTAMP:20251105T131853Z
CREATED:20251105T131853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T131853Z
UID:2051-1763740800-1763751600@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:lluminate Rotherhithe & Bermondsey (Lantern Procession!!!)
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to join in on 21st November in The Blue Market\, Bermondsey. \nIlluminate Bermondsey Lantern Procession will assemble from 4pm on Friday 21st November in The Blue Market Place\, Market Traders and local businesses will be invited to be open to provide refreshments and shopping. As the sunsets at 5pm the parade will depart led by a marching band and escorted through the streets by stewards and would arrive in Southwark Park where the bandstand will be decorated with lights and live music will be played. \nhttps://illuminaterotherhithe.co.uk/illuminate-bermondsey-2025/
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/lluminate-rotherhithe-bermondsey-lantern-procession/
LOCATION:The Blue Market\, Market Place\, London\, SE16 3UQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Bermondsey Cultural Events,Bermondsey Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T160000
DTSTAMP:20251105T160312Z
CREATED:20251105T120940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T160312Z
UID:2034-1763211600-1763222400@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Welcome to the Chutney Factory Mix. Make. Imagine.
DESCRIPTION:Step Inside the Chutney Factory at The Drawing Room\nThe Drawing Room’s Community Studio is opening its doors for a very special event as part of the Bermondsey Festive Windows project — and everyone’s invited to take part! \nOn Saturday\, 1pm–4pm\, drop in any time to join The Chutney Factory\, a playful\, hands-on workshop where you can make your own drawings and collages for a new\, factory-inspired window installation. \nLed by artists Ishwari Bhalerao and Leonie Rousham (Kneed)\, this free community art project — Drawing Things Together — brings people of all ages together through storytelling\, food\, art\, and printing. Your ideas\, doodles\, and recipes will be transformed into a real chutney and a zine\, printed on the studio’s own Risograph printer. \nSo roll up your sleeves\, step into the factory\, and help create something deliciously Bermondsey! \n📍 The Drawing Room Community Studio🕐 Drop in between 1pm–4pm🎟️ Free – all ages welcome
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/welcome-to-the-chutney-factory-mix-make-imagine/
LOCATION:Drawing Room\, Unit 1B New Tannery Wy\, London\, SE1 5WS
CATEGORIES:Bermondsey Cultural Events,Bermondsey Events,Events in South London
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251110T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251110T163000
DTSTAMP:20251105T130037Z
CREATED:20251105T125611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T130037Z
UID:2044-1762781400-1762792200@bermondsey.london
SUMMARY:Illuminate Rotherhithe & Bermondsey (workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Make your own lanterns at free workshops in local schools\, libraries and community centres during October and November and then join us in The Blue Market\, Bermondsey\, from 4pm on Friday 21st November 2025 for a spectacular lantern procession to Southwark Park Bandstand. \n1.30pm – 4.30pm 10th November\nThe Shed\, London Bubble\,  3 – 5 Elephant Lane\, SE16 4JD\nTo join email : abena@londonbubble.org.uk (over 16s only)
URL:https://bermondsey.london/event/illuminate-rotherhithe-bermondsey-workshop-3/
CATEGORIES:Art,Bermondsey Cultural Events,Bermondsey Events
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