Tower Hamlets Council have decided that the Art Pavilion in Mile End Park is to be used for weddings instead of Art exhibitions every year from June to August inclusively and perhaps running into May and September.

This decision was made in a closed session of the King George’s Field Charity Board (which is a committee consisting of the Mayor … read more

The canal towpaths of east London are an important resource and are becoming increasingly popular with walkers, fishermen, cyclists, joggers and boaters. In some places, and at peak times, this can lead to congestion. To help manage growing demand the Canal and River Trust (formerly British Waterways) are working to improve the streets surrounding the canal for cyclists and pedestrians.… read more

Well what a day! This year’s Dog Show and Fair has been the hardest one yet to organise. Cancelled in July and almost again two weeks ago for reasons beyond our control and yet the PDSA stepped in at the last minute and rescued the event.

The weather really was horrid at times, although not as bad as last year. … read more

Michael Rowan, Head of Tower Hamlets Parks and formerly Director of Mile End Park, has recently left Tower Hamlets Council after nine years. Although many millions were spent redeveloping our park as part of the UK’s Millennium celebrations, to my mind it was Michael’s appointment as Director that had the biggest impact. There isn’t an inch of the park that … read more