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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Stanley Picker Gallery's exhibition - A Simultaneous Agreement
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to the Stanley Picker Gallery’s exhibition ‘A Simultaneous Agreement’ presented as part of London Rivers Week 2026. The exhibition officially runs from 22 April to 18 July 2026. \nThe Stanley Picker Gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday 11am to 5pm (during exhibitions). There’s no need to book a ticket\, just drop in. \nRooted in the Hogsmill River beside the gallery\, the exhibition traces connections between English chalk streams\, Saharan phosphate mines\, and global extraction networks\, foregrounding water as both a life source and contested infrastructure. At its centre is a functioning glass fountain that filters river water inside the gallery\, alongside wearable activated-charcoal sculptures that question the logic and limits of technological purification and circular-economy solutions. \nOperating as both exhibition and civic platform\, the gallery becomes a consultation space and site for live performance\, contributing evidence towards a campaign to designate part of the Hogsmill as bathing water. \nAll under-18s must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring a bottle of water.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-stanley-picker-gallerys-exhibition-a-simultaneous-agreement/
LOCATION:Stanley Picker Gallery\, Kingston University London\, London\, KT1 2QJ
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Tidal Tales - Walking Through Flux & Flow
DESCRIPTION:Kicking off London Rivers Week\, Thames21 will be going on a river walking adventure with artist Remiiya Badru from King Edward Memorial Park\, in Wapping\, and concluding at Blackfriars\, prior to the unveiling of a new artwork in a new exciting space developed for the public realm. \nOn our journey we will be exploring key landmarks along this stretch of river from London’s oldest pub and Captain Kidd\, key bridges and crossings plus some of the lesser known stories of our social geographies\, communities and industrial history. This multisensorial walk will also embody an opportunity to connect to the river as nature for our wellbeing as a sanctuary of sustenance. We will be weaving our way through a number of timelines through witnessing infrastructural and environmental changes. How do we see the river for the future? \nBOOK HERE \nDate and time: Saturday 23rd May. 11.30am-14:00pm \n📏 Distance: ~4.8 km (3 miles) \n📍 Route: We will meet at the new Tideway site at King Edward Memorial Park finishing at the new Tideway riverside public realm at Blackfriars. Click here to view the route we will follow. \n🕒 Duration: ~2 plus hours (give or take depending on pace & breaks) \n👟 Terrain: Flat riverside paths — nice for walking and talking \nBring: Please wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing and bring a bottle of water and snacks. \nArtist Bio: \nRemiiya Badru is a multi-interdisciplinary artist\, whose practice centres on sharing her river-walking adventures through research-informed multimedia artwork and social engagement. She seeks to undertake a multi-layered exploration of the River Thames’ forever changing palette of colour\, sight\, scent\, sound and story\, but also its silences\, omissions and hidden histories of people and place. \nIn her walking practice\, Badru seeks to commune with and responding to the river as a timeless resource from a multi-sensorial perspective\, entering an immersive and embodied meditation in motion. She externalises these experiences through mapping\, wayfinding and placemaking. The stories that Badru seeks to uncover relate to the river as a witness to infrastructural change and flux\, particularly in relation to memory\, colonial and post-colonial histories\, pre- and post-industrial change\, heritage\, natural and man-made environments. \nHer work continues to be navigated by Timehri\, her model ship who is in fact simultaneously her ‘navigator’ and ‘anchoress’ who continues to guide Badru in her travels along the river and associated bodies of water. Together they navigate these embodiments of water as ‘liquid history flowing as a continuum which synchronises the past\, present and future that connects all of us as a global conduit that carries our stories.’ \nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-tidal-tales-walking-through-flux-flow/
LOCATION:King Edward Memorial Park\, Tideway Site\, The Hwy\, London\, E1W 3HT\, King Edward Memorial Park\, London\, E1W 3HT
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: London’s Last Wilderness – Film Screening & Q&A
DESCRIPTION:As part of London Rivers Week 2026\, London’s Last Wilderness\, a visually stunning documentary by Pablo Behrens\, will be screened for free at 11:00am on Monday 25 May 2026 at the Lumière II Cinema in South Kensington. \nThe film\, shot over four years across all seasons and perspectives\, reimagines the Thames Estuary and its tributaries as a vast\, living “alien” ecosystem seen through the eyes of a visitor from another world\, revealing the extraordinary biodiversity and fragile beauty of London’s hidden waterways and making a powerful case for protecting the natural environments flowing through the capital’s doorstep. Don’t miss your opportunity to watch this exciting film.  More information to follow shortly here: https://www.institut-francais.org.uk/whats-on/#/ \n15 FREE tickets are available for London Rivers Week attendees. Please EMAIL HERE to get your free ticket. First come\, first served.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-londons-last-wilderness-film-screening-qa/
LOCATION:Lumiere Cinema II\, 17 Queensberry Place\, London\, SW7 2DT
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Balsam Bash at Ham
DESCRIPTION:Join our friends Thames Landscape Strategy for a free\, friendly\, hands‑on volunteer session helping to control Himalayan Balsam\, an invasive plant that poses a threat to riverbanks and wildlife. \nREGISTER HERE  \n📅 Date: 26th May \n⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n📍 Location: Ham Street Car Park \n🔗 What 3 words: ///slowly.rising.audit \nWhat to Expect \nYou will be working along the riverside with Thames Landscape Strategy\, to remove Himalayan Balsam before it sets seed. This simple but effective action helps protect native plants\, improves habitats for wildlife\, and keeps our local rivers healthy and resilient. \nNo previous experience is needed – just enthusiasm! \nAll tools\, gloves and guidance will be provided on the day. \nUnder 16s must be accompanied by an adult. \nThese sessions are relaxed\, sociable and open to all. Bring along a friend\, family member\, or come solo and meet like‑minded people. \nHot drinks and biscuits will be provided\, so we can relax and chat between tasks. \nWhat to Bring \nComfortable outdoor clothing (including long sleeves and trousers) \nSturdy shoes or boots \nA packed lunch and water \nSunscreen if required \nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-balsam-bash-at-ham/
LOCATION:Ham Street Car Park\, 209 Ham Street\, Richmond\, TW10 7HF
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Walk the Lambeth - Riverside Walk [FULLY BOOKED -WAITLIST AVAILABLE]
DESCRIPTION:As part of London Rivers Week 2026\, join Thames blogger Patricia Stoughton for a leisurely\, free guided walk along a step-free section of the Thames Path. The walk follows the Albert Embankment from Lambeth Bridge to Vauxhall Bridge and highlights some of the route’s most notable features\, including the giant prow of a ship\, the Art Deco Lambeth Fire Brigade HQ\, a new island below the MI6 building\, and the surprisingly little-known sculptures on Vauxhall Bridge. \nDate: Tuesday 26th May 2026 \nDistance: Less than a mile. \nStart time and start location: 11am. Meet at the Riverside Café (address Lambeth Pier\, Albert Embankment\, London SE1 7SG) \nTiming: About an hour and a quarter\, plus time for a coffee or a drink in the Riverside Pub the upstream side of Vauxhall Bridge at the end\, if wanted. \nBring: Please wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing and bring a bottle of water and snacks. Also\, please feel free to bring camera and binoculars \nAll U18’s must be accompanied by an adult. \nBOOK HERE: https://book.plinth.org.uk/e/vYwn8m4OY7t6zZYWJwJy \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-walk-the-lambeth-riverside-walk/
LOCATION:Riverside Cafe\, Lambeth Pier\, Albert Embankment\, London\, SE1 7SG
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Enfield Beaver Tours
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Enfield’s beaver site on a guided tour and learn how they transform rivers for nature during London Rivers Week. \nBOOK HERE. \nDate: Wednesday 27th May. 10.30am session (few tickets available) \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a relaxed\, family‑friendly walk at the Enfield Beaver site. Learn how beavers build dams\, create ponds and help wildlife thrive\, all right here in London. Look for beaver tracks and gnawed trees\, hear the story of the project\, and discover how these amazing animals help make our rivers healthier for people and nature. Suitable for all ages. \nWe will be meeting at Forty Hall Car Park. The tour will involve a 15-20 minute to the beaver site through some uneven ground. Please make sure you wear sturdy shoes if you will be joining us. \nU18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nPlease bring a bottle of water. \nPlease email bluegreen@enfield.gov.uk if you have any questions or require further information.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-enfield-beaver-tours/
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Evening stroll along River Crane at Mill Road\, Twickenham
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the River Crane (FORCE) for this fantastic evening walk along the River Crane. \nThis FREE guided walk will start at Mill Road Twickenham and then upstream to Willow Way looking at all the river and open space improvements works that are happening along this stretch. You will also hear talks about how FORCE is seeking to entice water voles and kingfishers into this space. You will then come back along the mill stream channel to Mill Road. \nLocation meeting point: Meet at the Stag Beetle bench. Mill Road is accessible from Staines Road or via a footpath from Lincoln Avenue. Twickenham\, TW2 5HA \nBOOK BY CLICKING LINK HERE: https://shorturl.at/ODJ5u \nBooking will open here a month beforehand. Due to safeguarding needs all children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. \nBring: Please wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing and bring a bottle of water and snacks. \nFor more info email: events@force.org.uk
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-evening-stroll-along-river-crane-at-mill-road-twickenham/
LOCATION:Crane Park\, TW2 5HA\, Mill Road\, TW2 5HA
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Brown Girls Summit Walk
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nJoin Brown Girls Summit for a free women-only guided walk as part of London Rivers Week 2026. \nBrown Girls Summit is a community committed to creating diversity in the outdoors and empowering women from all backgrounds to connect\, explore\, and thrive in nature. We believe that the outdoors should be a place where representation matters\, and women feel welcomed\, supported\, and celebrated. Our mission is to break barriers\, build confidence\, and cultivate joy — all while fostering community\, leadership\, and fearless adventure. \n🥾 About the Hike \nJoin us for a refreshing city-meets-nature walk along the Thames 🌊 through some of London’s most scenic riverside paths! This route is a beautiful mix of urban and natural views — perfect for building community and breathing in fresh air together ☀️. \n📏 Distance: ~12.2 km (7.6 miles) — a satisfying\, social walk! \n📍 Route: We will meet at the entrance to Bishop’s Park (by the church) located here. Click here to view the route we will follow. \n⚡ Intensity: Moderate — suitable for most abilities\, with gentle elevation \n🕒 Time & Duration: ~10am-1pm (3 hour walk – give or take depending on pace & breaks) \n👟 Terrain: Mostly flat\, partially paved\, riverside paths — nice for walking and talking \nBring comfy shoes\, water\, snacks\, and your fabulous self! Please note that this is 50 person limited capacity and is a women-only event\, curated to celebrate our community and encourage women to build healthy connections with nature. Let’s walk\, chat\, connect\, and explore together 💬👣💖 \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-brown-girls-summit-walk-women-only-walk/
LOCATION:Bishops Park\, Bishop's Ave\, SW6 6EA
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Guided Walk Exploring the Industrial History of the River Wandle [FULLY BOOKED]
DESCRIPTION:Led by John Sheridan of the Wandle Industrial Museum\, this FREE event starts at Mitcham\, lets you view sections of the River Wandle\, and finishes at the ‘Stableyard’ in Morden Hall Park. \nBooking essential and spaces are limited\, please email John to secure your spot: john.sheridan08@gmail.com \nThe River Wandle is steeped in history. Along this walk\, you will learn about the historical sites of brewing\, flour milling\, papermaking\, textile printing and snuff milling\, together with some former watermill buildings which are still standing. \nDate: Sunday 31st May \nMeet at the bike racks at Mitcham Tram Stop at 12pm. The walk will take approximately 1.5hrs\, will take in Watermeads and Ravensbury Park and end at the Stableyard in Morden Hall Park. \nAttendees are welcome to join for as much or as little of the walk as they choose. \nPlease be prepared with comfortable and weather appropriate clothing and shoes\, healthy snacks and plenty of water. There are toilet facilities at Morden Hall Park. \nBooking essential and spaces are limited\, please email John to secure your spot: john.sheridan08@gmail.com \nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you cajohn.sheridan08@gmail.comn’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-guided-walk-exploring-the-industrial-history-of-the-river-wandle/
LOCATION:Mitcham Tram Stop\, London Road\, London\, CR4 4BJ
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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