jonmassey, Author at Wharf Life

May 22, 2026May 22, 2026

Upper East Apartments deliver new chapter for Bromley-By-Bow

Developer Muse is offering 274 apartments in its 25-storey tower as well as giving historic Stroudley Walk a new lease of life

Upper East Apartments' 25-storey tower in Bromley-By-Bow - image supplied by Muse — Upper East Apartments’ 25-storey tower in Bromley-By-Bow – image supplied by Muse

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“The showstopper is the roof terrace on top of the building with 360º panoramic views over London,” said Isabelle Asante, development director at Muse.

“You can see Canary Wharf, The Shard and the city skyline all around.”

We’re talking about the developer’s Upper East Apartments scheme – a 25-storey tower beside Stroudley Walk housing some 274 properties that are on sale now.

The studios and one and two-beds on offer all come with private balconies, as well as access to communal residents’ terraces on the top and first floors.

Prices start at £325,000.

“I’ve been working on this project for about the last five or six years and I’ve seen it all the way through from design to delivery, which is really exciting,” said Isabelle.

“We’re genuinely proud of what we’re delivering here.

“The product here is fantastic and the prices are very competitive for the area.

“Since launch we’ve seen a lot of people coming to look at the development from Canary Wharf because this area is a more affordable proposition than the options directly around the estate.

“The development is on a site that was formerly occupied by council flats and single storey shops.

Isabelle Asante, development director at Muse - image supplied by Muse — Isabelle Asante, development director at Muse – image supplied by Muse

“We’ve worked with Poplar Harca to deliver it and it’s a great example of urban regeneration.

“It’s taken a while to get it off the ground, but we always believed we could do it, we kept believing and it’s been such a labour of love.

“Working in this sector, you go into places like this because you want to change things for the better and provide a tangible benefit to the public.

“Thanks to Poplar Harca we’ve engaged with more than 500 people on the plans and we’re delivering a real mixed community here which is what will make the place somewhere really interesting and successful.

“As part of the scheme we’re reopening Stroudley Walk and delivering a new pocket park and public spaces for people to use as well as some retail units on the ground floor.

“There are even plans for a community cafe.”

All properties at Upper East Apartments come with private balconies - image supplied by Muse — All properties at Upper East Apartments come with private balconies – image supplied by Muse

an historic site

Reportedly the site of leading suffragette, Sylvia Pankhurst’s debut speech in the East End, Stroudley Walk is set to get a new lease of life as a connection between Bromley High Street and Bruce Road, benefiting both existing residents and those moving into the new scheme.

As for the apartments themselves, Isabelle said buyers could expect well sized homes that were “bright and airy”.

She said: “They’ve been designed for lots of entertaining with social space and open-plan kitchens and diners that open out onto balconies.

“From about the sixth floor up you get really great views over London and the layouts make it feel as though you’re bringing them inside with you.

“All of the properties are a good size – the studios are equivalent to a typical one-bed and they should really appeal to owner occupiers.

“Now construction has reached the stage it has, people will be able to come and see the exact apartment they’ll be buying, which is really valuable.

“The area is really vibrant. Many people locally have lived in the community for years and we really want to build on that.

“It’s a wonderful part of London.”

Upper East Apartments is located a four-minute walk from Bow Church station which offers direct DLR trains to Canary Wharf in 16 minutes. Stratford is two stops to the north.

The development is also within walking distance of Bromley-By-Bow and Bow Road stations for District and Hammersmith And City line services.

The scheme includes a rooftop terrace with views across the London skyline - image supplied by Muse — The scheme includes a rooftop terrace with views across the London skyline – image supplied by Muse

at a glance: Sustainability

Muse’s scheme includes the following planet-friendly measures

LED Lighting

High Performance Glazing

Smart Meters

Communal Heat Network Using Air Source Heat Pumps

Proposed Solar Arrays

Water Efficient Plumbing

Cycle Storage

Residents’ Allotments

Extensive Planting On-Site

key details: Upper East Apartments

Upper East Apartments by Muse is currently offering studio, one and two-bedroom apartments to buyers.

Prices start at £325,000 for a studio. Contact the sales team to arrange a viewing or visit the scheme’s website here.

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May 22, 2026May 22, 2026

Prime Point homes offer amenities on the doorstep in Greenwich

Apartments by developer and housing association L&Q

An artist's impression of Prime Point - image supplied by L&Q — An artist’s impression of Prime Point – image supplied by L&Q

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Buyers considering a move to Greenwich Peninsula have, in many senses, got everything laid out before them.

The area is home to the The O2 – the world’s most successful indoor arena, as measured by ticket sales – and it’s exactly these kinds of local facilities that make it an increasingly attractive place to put down roots.

Homes are currently on sale at Prime Point – a development by housing association L&Q located on West Parkside between Mary Magdalene All Through School and Central Park.

The scheme includes two bronze towers with the largest topping out at 29 storeys as well as lower rise brick-clad buildings.

Inside properties range from studios to three-bedroom apartments with prices starting at £399,950.

Buyers can expect floor-to-ceiling glazing, private outdoor space for all apartments and fully fitted kitchens with integrated Siemens and Bosch appliances.

The development also boasts a private roof terrace with views over the surrounding area, a lounge and a concierge service.

Located on Greenwich Peninsula, the homes are surrounded by an ever-growing complement of amenities - image supplied by L&Q — Located on Greenwich Peninsula, the homes are surrounded by an ever-growing complement of amenities – image supplied by L&Q

Prime Point has been ‘well received’

“We’re delighted to be delivering more new homes in Greenwich Peninsula – an exciting, fast-growing destination neighbourhood,” said Claire Brenlund, L&Q sales and marketing director.

“Sales at Prime Point have been well received and we expect continued strong demand here.

“Residents will have everything they need right on their doorstep, with many enjoying spectacular views of the City and beyond – making this the perfect place for a mix of local people, city workers and professionals to call home.”

There are multiple ways to secure an apartment at Prime Point, with L&Q offering those who reserve a property before May 31, 2026, a contribution of up to £29,750 towards stamp duty and £10,000 towards buying costs.

The housing association also offers a Rate Reducer scheme aimed at bringing down monthly mortgage costs.

Perhaps the greatest incentive to consider an apartment at Prime Point, however, is the location itself.

Well connected, the development is about eight minutes’ walk from North Greenwich Tube station, offering rapid connections to Canary Wharf, Stratford and the City via the Jubilee line.

The Peninsula is also well served by Uber Boat By Thames Clippers’ river bus services and the IFS Cable Car which takes passengers over the river to Royal Docks.

As the regeneration of the area continues, residents will benefit not only from the entertainment, shopping and drinking and dining venues in The O2, but a succession of other venues.

Design District delivers on street food and workspace alongside recent arrival The Dial, a microbrewery that’s seen Meantime return to making beer in the borough.

Other notable local attractions include luxury hotel complex Intercontinental The O2, cultural hub the Firepit Gallery and sailing venue the Greenwich Yacht Club.

The development also benefits from plentiful open space with multiple pathways, parks and locations to explore, all bounded by the Thames with views across to Royal Docks, Blackwall, the Isle Of Dogs and Canary Wharf to enjoy while out and about.

Buyers can expect fully fitted kitchens with integrated Siemens and Bosch appliances - image supplied by L&Q — Buyers can expect fully fitted kitchens with integrated Siemens and Bosch appliances – image supplied by L&Q

key details: Prime Point

Homes at Prime Point on Greenwich Peninsula are on sale now through L&Q. Prices start at £399,950 for a studio apartment.

Full details of incentive packages can be found online here.

Shared ownership properties and London Living Rent homes are also available at the development.

Properties at Prime Point range from studios to three-bedroom apartments - image supplied by L&Q — Properties at Prime Point range from studios to three-bedroom apartments – image supplied by L&Q

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May 20, 2026May 22, 2026

Hawksmoor Wood Wharf is all set for season of summer parties

The brand’s Canary Wharf branch offers indoor and outdoor spaces for groups and catch-ups with a maximum capacity of up to 330 guests

Hawksmoor Wood Wharf is moored off Water Street - image supplied by Hawksmoor — Hawksmoor Wood Wharf is moored off Water Street – image supplied by Hawksmoor

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where’s this?

Hawksmoor Wood Wharf. The restaurant is located on a floating barge off Water Street, close to the Jubilee line station’s east exit.

for summer parties?

Absolutely. Both the restaurant and its bar on the lower floor have indoor and outdoor spaces that can be enjoyed as the weather warms up.

The venue's bar on its lower level boasts a terrace on the water - image supplied by Hawksmoor — The venue’s bar on its lower level boasts a terrace on the water – image supplied by Hawksmoor

tell me more

Hawksmoor is fully equipped to deal with events of all shapes and sizes.

The venue’s private dining room is named Queenie Watts after the Isle Of Dogs singer and publican and can accommodate up to 21 guests around its brass-topped dining table.

Downstairs, the Hawksmoor Bar can be hired with a maximum capacity of up to 330 guests in the summer months including its terrace.

Inside, the space can fit 90 for dining with an option for semi-private hire accommodating 60 guests.

what about the facilities

The venue is well versed in events with the team able to arrange everything from appropriate food and drink to entertainment and DJs.

The venue has a private dining room called Queenie Watts – image supplied by Hawksmoor

what’s on the menu

Hawksmoor offers both canapés and bowl food options for organisers to consider, as well as a wide selection of drinks.

Sample menus can be found on the venue’s website, with parties able to take advantage of the team’s flexible approach.

all kinds of everything

The restaurant and bar are able to host not only summer parties, but networking events, business presentations, team nights out and private dinners as well as weddings for up to 100 people.

Menus are built around the brand’s steaks, seafood and seasonal sides, with plenty of options to suit all dining requirements.

The venue can cater for events with up to 330 guests - image supplied by Hawksmoor — The venue can cater for events with up to 330 guests – image supplied by Hawksmoor

key details: Hawksmoor Wood Wharf

Hawksmoor Wood Wharf is open daily for lunch and dinner.

Email party enquiries to events@thehawksmoor.com or visit the venue’s website here

The restaurant also has a terrace for summer dining - image supplied by Hawksmoor — The restaurant also has a terrace for summer dining – image supplied by Hawksmoor

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May 20, 2026May 20, 2026

Interplay set to present four dances at Sadler’s Wells East in June

Phoenix Dance Company returns to the East Bank venue as artistic director Marcus Jarrell Willis curates a quartet of works for 2026

Interplay features four works including Next Of Kin by Marcus Jarrell Willis - image by Drew Forsyth — Interplay features four works including Next Of Kin by Marcus Jarrell Willis – image by Drew Forsyth

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Collaboration is the word at the heart of Interplay, a series of works set to be presented at Sadler’s Wells East in June.

Leeds-based Phoenix Dance Company returns to the East Bank venue, following the sell-out success of Inside Giovanni’s Room last year, to showcase a programme of four pieces.

“Interplay is all about artistic expression – what we wanted to do was to produce works that were varied and that ask what it means to express ourselves in different ways with specific reference to the idea of duality,” said Marcus Jarrell Willis, artistic director at Phoenix.

“The key is in the title we’ve given the show – it’s a way for us to remember that, while this is a dance programme with a unified theme, we don’t always have to take everything so seriously.

“Yes, there are meaningful messages in the different works featured, but it’s also about simply offering a full palette of dance so audiences can take what they want from it.

“I don’t have any intention of trying to prove anything with that, I just want it to be something that people can connect to.

“People may love all the works, just one or none of them.

“I just hope those watching feel something, that they are impacted by what they see and that they receive something.”

Phoenix Dance Company artistic director Marcus Jarrell Willis – image by Hugo Glendinning

choosing the works

For Interplay, Phoenix, which operates as a rep company, will present Marcus’ Next Of Kin, Ed Myhill’s Why Are People Clapping?!, Travis Knight and James Pett’s Small Talk and a new collaboration between Marcus and choreographer Yusha-Marie Sorzano entitled Suite Release.

Some are duets while others are ensemble works.

Marcus said: “The programme actually came together quite seamlessly.

“With one selected, immediately it tapped into my brain and I’d think of a complementary work to go with it – it all gelled.

“Small Talk came first – I’d been following Travis and James’ work already, connected and had a conversation.

“A year prior to them creating, I just invited them into the studio to have a jam session, to play and to see how they related, with no real expectation.

“Straight after that, there was something there, which led me to commission the work.

“I’d seen Ed Myhill’s piece years before in different iterations.

“He grew up in Leeds and has been a dancer for a long time in the National Dance Company Of Wales.

“When I first came to the UK to focus more on creating dance I was based in Cardiff and I’d viewed Why Are People Clapping?! digitally during lockdown and then seen it on stage.

“It’s set to Steve Reich’s Clapping Music, so people’s hands are the driving force that create the rhythm for the dancers.

“It’s really interesting to see something so unusual, but also about who is coming to our company.

“I’ve known Ed for a long time and I knew he’d bring a great energy to our studio and the culture of Phoenix.

“From there, I knew I wanted to restage Next Of Kin, which I choreographed and originally danced with a dear friend many years ago.

“I was quite precious about it at first, but I realised I wanted it to be reimagined with this company because there are such special relationships between the dancers and this is a work that draws on those.”

Ed Myhill's Why Are People Clapping? features in the programme - image by Drew Forsyth — Ed Myhill’s Why Are People Clapping? features in the programme – image by Drew Forsyth

a step into the unknown

“Finally, there’s Suite Release, which has been an incredible project. It’s my first time co-creating,” said Marcus.

“I’ve cooperated on many projects but never with another choreographer and it was about recognising that, while I have responsibilities and expectations, I’m still learning as well.

“So, I dug deep into what that might look like, picked up the phone and called Yusha-Marie. We have a 25-year-plus journey together.

“We danced together and have been friends for many years and we have seen each other grow.

“I wanted to make sure that it was with someone who I felt comfortable with but who would still push me and that I could push.

“We’d spent all these years in different companies, continuously trying to enhance and perfect our crafts, with all these different styles and techniques.

“Our piece is about why we started dancing in the first place.

“She was a young girl, born in Trinidad who migrated to Miami, with her dad DJ-ing and I grew up in Houston, Texas with hip hop, r’n’b, house music and soul.

Phoenix Dance Company members perform Suite Release - image by Drew Forsyth — Phoenix Dance Company members perform Suite Release – image by Drew Forsyth

“I danced at the barbecues with my family and that’s where the moving started.

“So Suite Release is a big party.

“It allows the dancers to break free from all expectations.

“They know it’s on stage, but they have to dance like there’s nobody watching.

“Collaborating was really great, actually and I will admit I was a bit nervous.

“I hoped it wouldn’t ruin a friendship, but many of our ideas just pinged off each other.

“We do have our own singular ways of approaching our practice as creators, but we have a common goal.

“It was nice to be in the studio and work in that way.

“One of the other really lovely things was that the dancers in the company got to see me in a different light.

“We work and play hard in the studio, and so we always have openness.

“Having someone come from my beginnings into the space allowed them to see young Marcus hanging out with a friend, which then opened them up and made them more ready to go.

“It’s amazing and the four dancers have really held that essence throughout the tour we’ve taken Interplay on.

“It’s also been an experience that’s made me want to collaborate more.

“Even now I’m tapping into colleagues and friends that are trying to be involved in the more dramaturgical side of things.

“I feel I’ve opened up a whole new layer on how we, as a company, can collaborate too – we know how to bring creative people into the room, but what happens when we start producing?”

Small Talk by Pett Clausen Knight - image by Drew Forsyth — Small Talk by Pett Clausen Knight – image by Drew Forsyth

key details: Interplay

Interplay is set to run at Sadler’s Wells East for four performances from June 24-27, 2026.

Shows start at 7.30pm and last an hour and 50 minutes including an interval. Tickets start at £15.

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May 9, 2026May 9, 2026

One Eden project brings further urban renewal to Canary Wharf

Plans approved for transformation of 33 Canada Square shows sustainable direction of travel as estate sees extensive refurbishment

An artist's impression of how One Eden will look under the plans for its renewal - image supplied by Canary Wharf Group — An artist’s impression of how One Eden will look under the plans for its renewal – image supplied by Canary Wharf Group

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Regeneration was very much the word when the Canary Wharf project was starting out.

But 35 years after One Canada Square was officially opened, it’s renewal and evolution that are everywhere.

Quietly, across the estate, structures that have stood for most of the last three decades have been refurbished and improved.

Some have been less obvious – 25 Cabot Square and One Cabot Square don’t look all that different from the outside but have enjoyed internal improvements.

Similarly, Citi’s £1billion refit of 25 Canada Square is also largely an internal affair that won’t massively alter the skyline.

But that’s not the only approach.

30 South Colonnade, once home to Reuters, has been transformed into YY London with glass and metal preferred as a much more open facade to the dated white marble cladding.

This striking glow-up was enough to attract Revolut as anchor tenant with Deutsche Bank and Until as neighbours.

25 North Colonnade has also had a polish, a rebrand as Cargo and may soon be back on the market for £250million having been fully let by owner Blackstone.

Canary Wharf Group itself is currently consulting on plans for a radical overhaul of 8 Canada Square, currently occupied by HSBC and possibly in line for a new life as a mixed use scheme with chunks carved out of its upper levels.

Canary Wharf Group development manager Sarah Moss is part of the team working on One Eden - image by Jon Massey / Wharf Life — Canary Wharf Group development manager Sarah Moss is part of the team working on One Eden – image by Jon Massey / Wharf Life

a new identity: One Eden

But perhaps the poster-child for the estate’s latest rebirth – a process that’s clearly playing a part in the rush of companies relocating to or within the Wharf – should be One Eden.

Located right opposite YY London, there are plans to take 33 Canada Square, originally part of Citi’s cluster, and give the structure its own identity at the head of Eden Dock.

The project recently won planning permission, but will only go ahead when tenancies are agreed, with earliest possible completion around 2030.

The reason for this is that Canary Wharf Group’s approach to urban renewal schemes of this kind is significantly more complex than simply getting out the paint pots and laying some new carpet.

To find out more, Wharf Life sat down with development manager Sarah Moss, part of the team working on One Eden.

“With this kind of project, it’s about looking at an existing building with really brilliant bones and asking how we can transform it into a sustainable office space suitable for companies to use today and in the future,” she said.

“It’s my job, day-to-day, to deal with the architecture, that sustainability mission and to engage with occupiers so we can bring all these things together and make a really great product for our stakeholders.

“At present, Citi staff are using the building as they prepare to move into the tower next door when it’s refurbished so we’re gearing up to redevelop One Eden so a new occupier can move straight in.

“With schemes like this, it’s always a decision to be made – do you let the building as-is, do you do a light refurbishment or a major reinvention?

“We’ve looked at the market, at Canary Wharf and what we want this asset to be. It’s right in the middle of the estate and has such great potential to be a better class of building.

“Responding to occupier demand, we think we can deliver something really great for our customers.

“Our conclusion is that it’s a really well-structured building that can be made more sustainable.”

energy and regeneration

Originally from Australia, Sarah has spent the last eight years working in development in various roles for Lendlease, which brought her to the UK in 2022.

She joined Canary Wharf Group after a spell at British Land about seven months ago.

“Britain has these incredible regeneration projects and to be involved in them as part of my career was a real drive for me to come here,” she said.

“Canary Wharf was always somewhere we looked at when I was studying and working in Australia and I love the vibrancy of London.

“There’s always something to do and the drive to get things done.

“Everyone seems really engaged and excited to do things whether that’s working on projects like this or their social lives.

“I love the energy that the city brings.”

It’s not too much of a stretch to say that Canary Wharf Group’s plans for One Eden are squarely aimed at bringing fresh energy into the building.

Sarah said: “One of the really innovative features that we’re intending to bring to the tower is opening up an entrance on its lower level – so it’s right there when you emerge from the Jubilee line.

“It should really help the building come alive, creating new connections and allowing people to walk through.

“One of the things about the building is that it’s so well situated and we’re looking at including three retail spaces in the face of the building.

“That activation of the ground floor will be great – we know our occupiers value the friendliness it brings to a building and we want their staff and clients to feel that as well as making the spaces more permeable.”

retain and reuse

In addition to the changes on the lower levels, the plans include an extra floor with a pavilion structure and terrace, capping off the existing tower.

Sarah said: “We’re also looking at making the building a really functional space with end-of-trip facilities such as showers and bike storage for commuters coming in.

One of the most important things is that we’re modernising the structure in a sustainable way, re-using 97% of the substructure and superstructure.”

The plans would see One Eden become fully electric, with 62,000 tonnes of existing concrete retained in the structure and 47% less carbon produced in construction when compared with a new-build.

The project is targeting BREEAM Outstanding certification and will include 25,575sq ft of internal balconies and terraces laced with greenery as well as 19,644sq ft of outdoor terrace space.

Overall, One Eden comprises 545,000sq ft of workspace.

future-proofing the project

Making a space for workers of the future is also an opportunity to keep an eye on the future.

Undertaking this project has meant Canary Wharf Group delving into its paper archives to understand the existing structure so, as part of the renewal, much better records of the scheme will be created to aid similar refits in the decades to come.

Sarah said: “While the existing materials we have are excellent, we’ve been taking this opportunity to implement a really structured system of building information management.

“Everything is now 3D-modelled and tracked so we know we have really accurate information about what’s been built so that if people want to change part of the structure they will have those details instead of having to undertake fresh investigations.

“One of the questions we ask ourselves on projects like this is how we make these buildings last longer.

“What we hope is that, by collecting this information comprehensively, it will make it easier to redesign and refit in future.”

key details: One Eden

Occupiers interested in taking space at One Eden can find more information and contacts on Canary Wharf Group’s website here.

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May 9, 2026May 9, 2026

Tender review: A flaccid mishmash of nonsense in a posing pouch

Dave Harris’ latest play flirts with deconstructing masculinity but only mentions a succession of topics without much comment or depth

Dex Lee as Geoff, one of the real Dancing Bears in Tender at Soho Theatre – image by Alex Brenner

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Through no fault of the cast – who very nearly perform their jockstraps off – Tender is a mess.

The problem with Soho Theatre’s latest show is that it tries to have it both ways and comes up short.

On the one hand, its production design, complete with consent paddles (“red means no and green means go”) and stickers over phone cameras, is intended to prime the audience for a raunchy male strip show – ironically the kind of depressing spectacle you might find for real just down the street.

On the other, it desperately wants to be a hard-hitting, subversive exploration of the dancers’ masculinity and vulnerability – the kind of thing critics might write the words “brave satire” about.

In the end, despite some solid direction and decent performances from the cast, it winds up being neither.

It flirts with a bunch of serious topics, but doesn’t have much to say about them. In no particular order, topics covered include penis size, sexuality, domestic violence, women’s desire, child estrangement, sex work, commitment, romantic dislocation, performative masculinity, consent and the potential for revenge porn.

Writer Dave Harris brushes up against these ideas in his script, but rarely dwells on them and offers little in the way of meaningful comment or conclusion. They just exist.

Darren Bennett as deadbeat dad and domestic violence perp Donny - image by Alex Brenner — Darren Bennett as deadbeat dad and domestic violence perp Donny – image by Alex Brenner

For want of a better word, what we’ll call “the story” has the following premise.

Dancing Bear porn – where actors pretend to be male strippers and have sex with other actors pretending to be their audience – is popular online.

Recognising this, former porn performer, Margie, has set up a New Jersey club with three blokes offering audiences the offline experience – strippers who actually have sex with them.

These are Trae, Donny and Geoff and they are the real Dancing Bears.

But, pretty quickly, their tawdry show is under threat from a bunch of guys with larger cocks and better choreography. How will they save their club?

Despite Trae – the more sensitive of the three – having already explained at some length that his life leaves him dead inside (despite and, perhaps because of, the endless sex and adulation), each member of the trio is plunged into a kind of crippling, existential anxiety.

One of them cries mid-performance and everything so – you know – it’s heartfelt.

An unlikely saviour appears in the form of the literally virginal B, dispatched by her estranged mother Margie to sort out the show.

We discover her special skill is that she’s able to orgasm at will simply by shutting her eyes and thinking about her special planet.

This talent, along with her lack of interest in sex, renders her immune to the dancers’ charms as proved in a lengthy session where they press themselves all over her. She laughs at them.

Jessie Mei Li as B, left, with Donny, Kwami Odoom as Trae and and Geoff - image by Alex Brenner — Jessie Mei Li as B, left, with Donny, Kwami Odoom as Trae and and Geoff – image by Alex Brenner

Perhaps Harris thinks this makes her the ideal interrogator of their masculinity, but it also makes her a dubious choice as a fixer for an ailing sex club.

Suffice to say her prescription – that the guys just need to focus on their own pleasure and come up with a new presentation – feels flimsy.

That their efforts are rewarded with her first eyes-open orgasm from the midst of the crowd is a risible conclusion to what is a pretty silly play.

There’s a degree of fun in the execution. The chaps – played by Darren Bennett, Kwami Odoom and Dex Lee – squeeze every inch of humour out of the gags.

The latter pairing also thrill with muscles popping as they twirl and flex on the poles and at the audience.

It’s fair to say director Matthew Xia has his cast make the most of the set and do what they can with the text.

Even Jessie Mei Li has her moments as brittle construct B, a part that must be tough to scrape empathy out of.

But in the end, the feel is a play built on an uncontrolled brainstorm – a list of ideas about men, women, desire, lust, vulnerability masculinity and life – that just hasn’t been refined.

There’s only so much that good acting can achieve if the source material is a flaccid mishmash of topics thrust into a neon posing pouch and jiggled about in a bid to entertain.

For a genuine happy ending, perhaps the Real Dancing Bears ought to be allowed to quietly go out of business.

2/5

key details: Tender

Tender runs at Soho Theatre until June 26, 2026. Tickets cost £15 and can be booked here

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May 9, 2026May 9, 2026

Excel London thriving on investment, innovation and sports events

CEO Jeremy Rees talks infrastructure and tribal behaviour as the Royal Docks venue reports strong performance with the likes of Hyrox

Excel has hosted the London T100 Triathlon in various forms for 25 years - image supplied by Excel London — Excel has hosted the London T100 Triathlon in various forms for 25 years – image supplied by Excel London

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Following the successful completion of a mammoth project to extend Excel London by 25%, the venue is enjoying something of a purple patch as it attracts new shows and ever-increasing numbers of visitors.

But, if anything, the appetite to forge on and drive things to the next level among the team operating the exhibition, conference and immersive experience hub is greater now than ever.

“Everything we do needs to be looked at through the lens of how we get to be the best event destination in the world,” said Jeremy Rees, who joined Excel in 2010 as sales director and took over as CEO in 2017.

“That comes from standards and values, but also from investment.

“It’s something we will strive to achieve every single time we improve something.

“For example: ‘Is our Wi-fi and 5G technology equal to what the best event destination in the world would offer?’.

“I would say today the answer is no, it needs to improve.

“We’ve assessed what it should be and have invested many millions of pounds, which means in a few months our new system will be up and running.

“When that happens, we will be the world’s most technologically-enabled event destination.

“We’re taking this approach across Excel.

“Our extension is world class and we’ve invested a lot in Immerse LDN, but we’ve also addressed a wide range of things in areas visitors don’t always see.

“We want to make it as easy as possible for our customers to have as good an experience as they can, so we’ve been improving the wider infrastructure behind the scenes and the visitor facilities to help achieve that.

“Every week we fixate on how we can make marginal changes to the inside and the outside of our buildings to make them as good as they can be.

“It’s also about being open to feedback and, in the events business, we’re lucky because we constantly get that from visitors and organisers.

“Then we have a framework in place for our teams to think about how we can respond to an issue and in what time scale.

“It might be something we need to plan ahead for, perhaps one, two or three years in the future, but what we have is a constant programme of change and development that asks how we can do things better.

“Expectations are constantly rising and we need to always be thinking about how we rise to meet them.”

Hyrox London has grown to see more than 40,000 competitors take part - image supplied by Excel London — Hyrox London has grown to see more than 40,000 competitors take part – image supplied by Excel London

shifting the dial

This process of consistent, iterative improvement – never standing still – is perhaps why the venue is busier than ever, recently attracting 250,000 visitors over just seven days from April 19-26, 2026.

Despite much of the capital slowed by a Tube strike, the east London venue hosted 10 events in the period, with the Elizabeth Line unaffected and playing a solid part in helping the exhibition centre record one of its busiest weeks since the 2012 Olympics.

Around 40,000 of those visitors travelled to Excel to collect their registrations for the 2026 London Marathon, with the venue noting that sport and fitness are playing an increasing role in its success.

“It’s an important part of what we do – it’s a sector that’s passion-led, tribal and one that reflects society,” said Jeremy.

“People are thinking more carefully about what they eat and how they look after their bodies and their minds.

“Two or three years ago brands like Hyrox were on their journey to growth.

“Now it’s gobsmackingly astonishing that last year more than 40,000 people took part in Hyrox London at Excel and this year more people will be doing it here than running the marathon.

“It’s a triumph, an event where people at any level can take part and compete for themselves while improving their fitness.”

Hyrox, which sees participants take on a succession of exercise challenges interspersed with 1k runs, held its first event at Excel in 2021 with 650 contestants.

Now hosting events across the globe, the brand has achieved enormous success and its 2026 edition – scheduled for December 5 and 6, 2026, in east London – will also feature Youngstars, its contest for those aged eight to 15.

Formula E returns to the venue this summer - image supplied by Excel London — Formula E returns to the venue this summer – image supplied by Excel London

a destination for competition

“That’s been one extreme, but sports and fitness in a broader sense have long been important for us,” said Jeremy.

“We’ve been hosting the London T100 Triathlon in various forms for 25 years and last year that saw around 6,000 athletes taking part and 25,000 fans attending the event.

“Formula-E has also been astonishing and will return this August.

“Technically it’s a great show and it’s been amazing to have cars break the indoor land speed record while racing through our building.”

On a wider point, Jeremy said it was Excel’s flexibility – the ability to become a race track while also having the likes of Gym Race, Turf Games, ATHX, Nike’s After Dark Tour and the London International Horse Show on its calendar – that was most attractive to organisers.

“This place is a global trade hub, a centre for ideas – somewhere people want to come to listen and learn,” he said. “Then they take those ideas away with them all around the world.

“I’ve been pleasantly surprised by how much of an impact our extension has had – building a space organisers were asking for has seen them vote with their feet in the corporate market it was designed to serve.

“Large-scale technology events that once booked one year in advance are now booking three or even five years ahead because they know that our space fulfils their requirements.

“They’ve seen the results and they know there’s going to be even greater demand for it in the future.

“There’s also a real benefit for shows when they become associated with a venue – events such as the World Travel Market, for example.

“For those top tier brands, Excel offers an established ecosystem and the Elizabeth Line enables visitors to access that.

“Take Canary Wharf, for example, which is now three minutes away and has such an amazing selection of bars, restaurants and facilities.

“It’s that quality that is helping us attract these events to London.”

Excel London hosts the London International Horse Show, which is set to return to the venue from December 7-21, 2026 - image supplied by Excel London — Excel London hosts the London International Horse Show, which is set to return to the venue from December 7-21, 2026 – image supplied by Excel London

key details: Excel London

You can find out more about events at Excel London on the venue’s website here.

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May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

Plant And Person delivers workshops and plants in Canada Water

The business sells a wide range of flowering species and plants with bright foliage as well as offering terrarium building at Corner Corner

Plant And Person founder Will Daltrey at his Canada Water stall in Deal Porter Square - image by Jon Massey / Wharf Life — Plant And Person founder Will Daltrey at his Canada Water stall in Deal Porter Square – image by Jon Massey / Wharf Life

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Growing up in Cumbria – three miles from the nearest village – Plant And Person founder, Will Daltrey, became accustomed to chatting with the neighbouring cows for company.

“If you stand at the gate of a massive field and wait about 10 minutes, you’ll find they all come over to you slowly,” he said.

“My dad left when I was quite young, although still lived nearby, but it was quite lonely, so I shared much of my upbringing with them.

“You can definitely sense what they’re thinking and I knew they were interested in me because they’d keep on coming over.”

As we’re talking at Plant And Person’s regular weekday stall in Canada Water’s Deal Porter Square, customers drift over to make purchases – a colourful rhododendron, a hanging basket of ivy, a jazzy potted maranta.

Each is treated to Will’s gentle advice and guidance. Some tell tales, other ask earnest questions.

Patiently, he dispenses suggestions and answers.

Slowly it dawns on me that this steady flow of patrons serves very much the same purpose as his bovine mates of old – the warmth of community.

Having studied computer science at Newcastle University, an institution he and his friends described as “a place of drinking with a learning problem”, he became a teacher, relocating to London to train and then work.

He spent 15 years in the profession when the pandemic prompted a change.

“In some ways, lockdown was a good time because we were looking after the wellbeing of the children – teaching them values for life,” said Will.

“But then it felt like the plug was pulled and we were back teaching to the tests again.”

Will had grown up around his parents’ gardens and vegetable plots but had “never realised” he liked gardening until the pandemic provided an opportunity.

“I have a large balcony and, with that extra time, I started growing plants on it,” he said.

“I created a real jungle – tunnels, waterfalls and plants all along the railings and trained over the ceiling. There’s even a grape vine.

“I really enjoyed learning about the different species and looking after them, seeing the cause and effect of my actions and how they responded to it.

“I could spend hours just dead-heading – it was very mindful.

“What was in my head at the time was the idea that the plants were looking after my mental health.

“That’s really the idea behind the name Plant And Person.

“Initially the big idea for the business was about doing workshops to make terrariums – miniature gardens in glass containers.

“My wife also started selling them and found out there wasn’t much money to be made doing that.”

Plant And Person runs terrarium building workshops at Corner Corner in Canada Water - image by Plant And Person — Plant And Person runs terrarium building workshops at Corner Corner in Canada Water – image by Plant And Person

helping others build tiny gardens

But the creativity persisted and Plant And Person has also branched out into retail with Will selling plants from a stall at Canada Water and at Wapping Docklands Market on Saturdays, just across the river.

“We’re currently running workshops at Corner Corner in Surrey Quays Shopping Centre in partnership with British Land,” he said.

“People come from all over London and they really get the wow factor when they arrive here.

“We set everything out on long tables. There’s a tutorial and everyone gets 90 minutes to build their terrarium.

“There’s loads of different materials to choose from, with different sizes and colours of stones.

“Then we have a variety of soils and mosses as well as trinkets.

“The price includes three plants, so I need 90 for a class, but I bring about 500 so everyone gets exactly what they want.

“That’s only workable because I can sell the ones that are left over on the stall.

“I never do a demo because then people would copy it, but you see everyone collecting what they want to use and taking inspiration from each other.

“They come up with some amazing ideas.

“I do miss being a teacher, so I really value the opportunity to get up in front of people and talk about something I’m interested in.

“Selling plants on the stall is really lovely when it’s the summer and the weather is good. It can be more of a slog in winter, of course.

“But you get to know all the people locally and that’s absolutely wonderful. I’ve been doing it for three years and I’ve made loads of friends.

“It’s also really lovely to be approached by strangers and then to see them come back over time.”

Will's favourite plant is the Prayer Plant, Maranta Fascinator, available from Plant And Person for £7 - image by Jon Massey / Wharf Life — Will’s favourite plant is the Prayer Plant, Maranta Fascinator, available from Plant And Person for £7 – image by Jon Massey / Wharf Life

selling plants in east and south-east London

Will sources his plants from Holland, Belgium and the UK, offering a wide, ever-changing variety.

In addition to the succulents and small plants used in the terrariums, he sells much larger specimens.

On the day of our interview, the stall is a riot of early summer colour with pots of vibrant flowers and plants sporting exotic-looking foliage.

There are fuchsias, a relative of the jasmine and lavenders already starting to come out.

“My favourite is the maranta fascinator or prayer plant with its beautiful green and pink leaves,” he said.

“It’s really the species that got me into decorative foliage and house plants and it’s absolutely stunning.

“The most important thing for me though, is that the plants I sell work for the people I sell them to and fit what they’re looking for.

“If people are looking for something that’s easy to care for I’ll often recommend the snake plant – dracaena trifasciata – which is a really popular choice and very low maintenance.

“Another really good option is a zamioculcas or ZZ plant, which are really easy to care for because it’s happy in all sorts of conditions indoors.

“It can even go without water for a while.

“I’m always learning myself, but I love when people ask for advice or suggestions so I can help them find the plants that work for them.”

A low maintenance option, the Snake Plant, Sansevieria Trifasciata, available from Plant And Person for £12 - image by Jon Massey / Wharf Life — A low maintenance option, the Snake Plant, Sansevieria Trifasciata, available from Plant And Person for £12 – image by Jon Massey / Wharf Life

key details: Plant And Person

Plant And Person’s next Terrarium Building Workshop is set to take place at Corner Corner on May 26 at 7pm.

Tickets cost £38.62 including all materials and fees. Bookings can be made here.

You can find Will selling plants and dispensing advice at Deal Porter Square in Canada Water most weekdays and at Wapping Docklands Market on Saturdays.

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May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

The Harder They Come returns to Stratford East for a summer run

Blockbuster reggae show is back from May 16, 2026 and features music by Jimmy Cliff, star of the 1972 film, as well as new songs by Suzan-Lori Parks

Natey Jones in The Harder They Come at Stratford East in 2025 – image by Danny Kaan — Natey Jones in *The Harder They Come* at Stratford East in 2025 – image by Danny Kaan

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The Harder They Come is set for a blockbuster return to Stratford East this summer, after playing to packed houses at the venue last year.

Based on the 1972 film of the same name, which starred reggae legend Jimmy Cliff in the lead role of Ivan, the show is a story of poverty, music, love, religion and crime.

The Harder They Come features classic reggae hits from Cliff, Desmond Dekker and Toots And The Maytals and has been adapted for the stage by Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Suzan-Lori Parks who also wrote new songs for the piece.

For the latest production, Natey Jones returns as Ivan alongside Madeline Charlemagne as Elsa, with Chanice Alexander-Burnett taking over that role from June 8, 2026.

The story follows an aspiring singer who arrives in Kingston, Jamaica, determined to live out his dreams on his own terms and make it as a music superstar.

After cutting a record deal with a manipulative music mogul, he learns that the game is rigged and becomes increasingly defiant.

As his star rises, he finds himself topping the charts and the most-wanted list of criminals.

This show transports audiences to 1970’s Jamaica and asks what the cost of fighting against systemic injustice really is?

Natey and Madeline Charlemagne are both returning for the latest run - image by Danny Kaan — Natey and Madeline Charlemagne are both returning for the latest run – image by Danny Kaan

a hit comes back

“As the DJ says in The Harder They Come: ‘It’s a hit because you people made it a hit’ – and it turns out that isn’t just a line in a play, it’s exactly what happened at Stratford East,” said director Matthew Xia.

“Coming back now feels like a celebration of Jimmy Cliff’s legacy and of the audiences who showed up and claimed this story.

“I’m thrilled and as proud as rum punch that The Harder They Come is returning, just as big, bold, and revolutionary as before.

“There’s something rare about bringing a show like this back to the building where it belongs.

“This is a piece that lives in the exchange between the stage and audience – a summer reggae party driven by Cliff’s music, the energy of this fantastic company and the people in the room with us each night.”

Audiences can expect top quality reggae including Cliff’s timeless hits You Can Get It If You Really Want, Rebel In Me and Many Rivers To Cross.

Tickets for the show are already selling quickly - image by Danny Kaan — Tickets for the show are already selling quickly – image by Danny Kaan

key details: The Harder They Come

The Harder They Come is set to run at Stratford East from May 16 to July 4, 2026, with performances times varying depending on the day.

Tickets range from £10 to £53.50 and are on sale now.

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May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

Wharf Wellness returns with a packed programme in June 2026

The health and wellbeing festival is back in Canary Wharf with classes, activities and offers showcasing the depth of the estate’s offering

Arc in Crossrail Place will be bringing people together for contrast therapy during the festival - image supplied by Canary Wharf Group — Arc in Crossrail Place will be bringing people together for contrast therapy during the festival – image supplied by Canary Wharf Group

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A festival of health is set to nurture the minds and bodies of workers, residents and visitors to Canary Wharf.

Wharf Wellness returns to the estate in June with a packed programme designed to showcase the breadth and depth of what’s on offer locally.

Taking in sports, fitness, recovery, beauty and nutrition, the festival offers Wharfers the chance to engage with the likes of Third Space, Barry’s, Arc, Padium and many more.

Early booking is advised and, to help you plan your diaries, we’re listing the more than 20 events and pop-ups already announced in full.

All bookings can be made via canarywharf.com:

Padium will be hosting both social and beginner events as part of Wharf Wellness - image supplied by Canary Wharf Group — Padium will be hosting both social and beginner events as part of Wharf Wellness – image supplied by Canary Wharf Group

the 2026 wharf wellness programme

Roof Garden Pilates – £25

THE ISLAND STUDIO, June 3, 8am, Crossrail Place Roof Garden

Join the Wood Wharf-based studio for a pop-up class in the leafy surroundings of the Crossrail station’s rooftop park for a chance to move, stretch and reset. Suitable for all levels.

Win A Mini Facial – Pop-Up

WEATHER + PALETTE, June 3-4, Canada Place

Visit this pop-up and play for a chance to win a range of prizes including a Mini Facial, 20% off facial treatments, samples and more from the Jubilee Place store.

Run Club – FREE

TRIBE LONDON CANARY WHARF, June 4, 11, 18, 25, 6pm, 15 Water Street

Taking place every Thursday in June during Wharf Wellness, Tribe London Canary Wharf will be hosting a free Run Club. The guided 5k leaves from the hotel’s main reception with finishers receiving a protein bar and vitamin drink to help them refuel. Places can be booked in person at the hotel or via DM on Instagram to @tribe_londoncanarywharf

After Dark – £20

ARC, June 5, 7pm, Crossrail Place

Promising a “more social, high-energy” way to experience contrast therapy through music, this session allows participants to move between the heat of the sauna and the chill of its cold plunges at their own rhythm in a community atmosphere.

Big Club Social – £20

PADIUM, June 6, 20, 9am, Bank Street Park

Meet other padel enthusiasts in a fun, social setting where players take on a series of 15-minute matches, moving up or down a court based on wins and losses. There are two dates to choose from over the month.

Reformer Taster Sessions – FREE

FREEDOM CLINICS, June 8-12, 9am, Canada Place

Treat yourself to a free Reformer Pilates class, open to all levels. Those booking should select One Pilates Class Pass and then enter code WHARFWELLNESS when reserving to reduce the cost to £0 for the 9am sessions. These will likely sell out fast.

Intro To Padel – £20

PADIUM, June 8, 22, 5pm, Bank Street Park

These early evening classes have been designed for first-timers with the aim of helping participants learn all the fundamental rules, techniques and strategies to allow them to play padel tennis. All equipment is provided.

Atis Moves Run Club – £6.50

ATIS, June 9, 6.15pm, Canada Place

Enjoy a 5k around Canary Wharf followed by a bowl from the salad chain. Runners should arrive in their kit with filled bottles ready for a 6.30pm start. Spaces are limited so book early.

Swing Social – FREE

PITCH WHARF, June 10, 6pm-9pm, 30 Churchill Place

Sip low and no alcohol drinks and indulge in a bit of active wellness at the golf simulator venue. Those attending can expect Nearest The Pin challenges, pro-led swing clinics and plenty of virtual holes. Admission is free, but online registration is required.

A Moment Of Hygge – FREE

SØSTRENE GRENE X OLE & STEEN, June 9, 10, 11, Jubilee Place

Søstrene Grene and Ole & Steen are set to collaborate on a series of bookable one-hour workshops where participants can create personalised memory jars, paint and decorate flower pots or design and embellish candles. Each session includes Danish refreshments and pastries.

In2Sports at Wood Wharf will be running Let's Get Moving events - image supplied by Canary Wharf — In2Sports at Wood Wharf will be running Let’s Get Moving events – image supplied by Canary Wharf

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Mat Pilates – £5

THIRD SPACE, June 10, 17, 24, 7.30am, Eden Dock

Join these intimate morning classes to explore the discipline in a slower format with a strong focus on proper alignment and posture. What a way to start the day. Book early.

Health Optimisation – Pop-Up

LE CHALET CRYO, June 10, 11, Canada Place

Find out about whole-body Cryotherapy and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and get the chance to win a free session.

Let’s Get Moving – FREE

IN2SPORTS, June 12, 19, noon-4.30pm, 40 Harbord Square

These community-focused events are aimed at promoting active and connected lifestyles with participants getting access to a range of sports during each session. Tickets need to be booked online.

First-Timer Class – FREE

BARRY’S, June 13, 3pm, Crossrail Place

Experience the delights and challenges of the red room with a session exclusively open to first-timers. Expect high-energy interval training making full use of the treadmills and gym equipment.

No experience is needed for this session, which will feature the brand’s signature combo of pumping beats, positive vibes and supportive coaching.

Outdoor Class – £15

BARRY’S, June 16, noon, Canada Square Park

Enjoy a special pop-up class in the sunshine with Barry’s trainers who promise to get you moving and sweating with a full body workout in the open air. Expect to burn up to 1,000 calories with plenty of upbeat encouragement.

Wellness Week – £10

SPACE NK, June 21-27, Cabot Place

Book a slot and pop into the beauty store for a 15-minute makeover. Refresh your look and get plenty of advice from the brand’s beauty advisors. The £10 is redeemable against purchases.

Wharf Wellness – Pop-Up

YUMMZY, June 25, Canada Place

Enjoy complimentary tastings and exclusive offers as the vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free eatery brings its products to the heart of the Wharf.

Contrast + Journalling – £20

ARC, June 28, Crossrail Place

With timings yet to be announced, this slower session features guided contrast therapy in the venue’s sauna and ice baths as well as breathwork and journalling to help participants reconnect with what they’re processing and what might need to shift. Bookings open May 28.

Friday Night Lights is set to team up with Third Space - image supplied by Canary Wharf Group — Friday Night Lights is set to team up with Third Space – image supplied by Canary Wharf Group

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Friday Night Lights x Third Space

FRIDAY NIGHT LATES + THIRD SPACE, June 24, from 6pm, Canada Square Park

Canada Square Park is set to be transformed into a space for outdoor fitness on June 24. From 6pm-9pm, Friday Night Lights and Third Space will be running a programme of classes aimed at everyone from seasoned gym-goers to complete beginners.

First up is Yoga at 6pm, with participants guided to move from one pose to another in tune with their breath. At 7pm it’s Pilates on the mat with trainers on hand to ensure proper posture and solid alignment.

Finally, at 8pm, it’s Bodyweight HIIT, featuring a mixture of plyometric, multidimensional, sport-based exercises to help develop stability, muscular endurance and overall fitness.

Each class costs £5 and bookings are open now. Friday Night Lights is also the organisation behind popular 5k event Run The Wharf, which returns to the estate in September.

Book via Wharf Wellness here

Former Olympic swimmer Katy Sexton will be hosting two sessions at Sea Lanes Canary Wharf

Swim With An Olympian

SEA LANES CANARY WHARF, June 25, 5.30pm, 6.30pm, Eden Dock

Olympic swimmer and former world champion, Katy Sexton, will be on hand to deliver two guided open water coaching sessions at Sea Lanes Canary Wharf in Eden Dock on June 25.

Running at 5.30pm and 6.30pm, the sessions will see swimmers work on “pacing, positioning and efficiency in a relaxed, supportive environment” guided by lane coaches.

Designed for swimmers looking to build confidence and refine their technique in open water, the structured sessions are an opportunity to learn from one of the sport’s most accomplished swimmers. Tickets for the classes cost £15 and must be pre-booked online.

Sea Lanes Canary Wharf is a new floating lido, sauna and events complex that’s set to open in June in Eden Dock. Founder memberships are now available for £75 per month over a year. Individual swim sessions will cost £10.

Book via Wharf Wellness here

key details: Wharf Wellness

Wharf Wellness runs throughout June 2026 in Canary Wharf.

All activities and classes can be booked via this link, with tickets for some released closer to the festival

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