London Rivers Week 2026 Webinar: Stories of the Thames – Life, Memory & Community in East London
Join us for a special free London Rivers Week 2026 webinar, where three local experts will bring to life powerful stories from the past and present, exploring what it means to grow up in East London along the River Thames.
📅Thursday 28th May. 12pm-1pm.
Hear from Andy Green, co-founder of the Modern Cockney Festival, as he shares insights from his East London upbringing and reflects on Cockney identity and the communities shaped by their connection to the river.
Local historian Jane Parker will delve into the rich history of the Docklands, tracing its transformation and exploring how the river has shaped life, work, and identity in East London.
Historian Richard Yeboah will offer thoughtful perspectives on Hackney’s social history, highlighting community influence, change, and lived experience across generations.
Together, they will weave a compelling picture of place, memory, and change along the Thames from heritage to modern life.
All our events and activities are open to communities.
Corporate groups, please book with Thames21 using our corporate volunteering page