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August 17, 2026August 19, 2026

Emerge East is set to return to Barking Riverside on September 12

One-day festival features free live music and entertainment alongside a makers’ market, street food, drinks and wellbeing activities

Emerge East is set to take place at Barking Riverside on Saturday, September 12, 2026 - image supplied by Barking Riverside Limited — Emerge East is set to take place at Barking Riverside on Saturday, September 12, 2026 – image supplied by Barking Riverside Limited

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One of the benefits of the regeneration of London is the number and variety of free events organised by the developers and housing associations to attract new residents to their schemes and to entertain those who have already moved in.

There are currently around 7,000 people living at Barking Riverside, a significant cohort, albeit less than a fifth of the 50,000 inhabitants that will call the development home should all 20,000 homes be built on the 443-acre site.

Come Saturday, September 12, 2026, they and visitors to the area are set to welcome back Emerge East, a one-day event featuring live music, food traders, art, “wellbeing experiences” and workshops.

Organised by Barking Riverside Limited, a joint venture between housing association L&Q and the Mayor Of London – which are delivering the scheme alongside Bellway London, TfL and Uber Boat By Thames Clippers – the festival is set to run from 11am-9pm promising its “biggest line-up yet” as the annual event turns five.

“Emerge East is a chance for visitors from across the capital to discover this distinctive part of east London,” said Sarah McCready, director of social infrastructure at Barking Riverside Limited.

“Whether you come for the music, food, art, wellbeing, or for a family day out, the festival delivers an electric atmosphere where Barking Riverside’s diverse and creative spirit takes centre stage.

“We have some really exciting announcements ahead, including revealing the headline DJ and Luke Jerram’s new installation, so we’re encouraging everyone to sign up via Eventbrite to be among the first to hear more.”

The festival will feature street food and a makers' market - image supplied by Barking Riverside Limited — The festival will feature street food and a makers’ market – image supplied by Barking Riverside Limited

highlights to look out for

While the full programme – co-curated with HemingwayDesign, known for its work organising Urban Village Fete on Greenwich Peninsula for many years – has yet to be revealed, we do know that The Home Cooks’ Taste Of Barking Riverside will be transforming residents into street food chefs for the day as they share family recipes with visitors.

There will also be a Riverside Sauna with cold plunges and a Wellness Zone for attendees to unwind in.

Another highlight will be the Emerging Makers Market in Station Square, with traders offering locally made products.

Perhaps the two biggest attractions, however, will be a “major new interactive installation” commissioned by Creative Barking And Dagenham in partnership with Barking Riverside Limited from artist Luke Jerram – known for his inflatable versions of the Earth and the Moon – and the return of the Barking Riverside Block Party.

The latter promises a live music takeover of the development with an open air stage featuring a mix of local performers, emerging talents and a closing set from “a very well-known DJ”.

Barking Riverside is easily accessed via the Thames Clippers’ river bus service to Barking Riverside Pier or via Overground services on the Suffragette line to Barking Riverside station.

The quickest route from Canary Wharf is to take the Elizabeth Line to Woolwich, then the river bus to Barking – a journey of around 22 minutes.

For those interested in moving to Barking Riverside, L&Q is currently offering shared ownership properties at the scheme from £66,250 for a 25% share of a one-bed and incentives for reserving before September 12.

Bellway is marketing apartments for private sale at the scheme with prices starting at £250,000.

Emerge East promises a programme of free live music to enjoy - image supplied by Barking Riverside Limited — Emerge East promises a programme of free live music to enjoy – image supplied by Barking Riverside Limited

key details: Emerge East

Emerge East is set to take place on Saturday, September 12 from 11am-9pm at Barking Riverside.

The event is free to attend, with the full programme set to be unveiled in due course 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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December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

Prime Point unveils 19th-floor show homes in North Greenwich

Properties at L&Q’s development can be viewed by appointment. Prices at the scheme start at £399,950 for a studio apartment

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

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A pair of show homes are set to be unveiled on Greenwich Peninsula as developer and housing association L&Q turbo-charges its marketing efforts to sell apartments at Prime Point.

Studios, one, two and three-bedroom properties are now available for private sale in the two bronze-framed towers, which rise to 29 storeys.

The new show homes, which can only be viewed by appointment, are located on the 19th floor and allow prospective buyers a glimpse into what life at Prime Point is like.

L&Q is also offering a 5% deposit contribution on selected private sale homes to boost affordability for buyers.

“Prime Point has been created with comfort, style and everyday living in mind,” said Claire Brenlund, sales and marketing director for L&Q.

“From the bespoke kitchens to private outdoor spaces and selected homes offering panoramic views, every detail has been considered to offer buyers a home they’ll love coming back to.

“What really sets Prime Point apart is the lifestyle it unlocks – waterside walks, cultural experiences, brilliant local amenities and unbeatable transport links.

“It’s a development that brings together design, convenience and a strong sense of place, making it an exciting choice for anyone looking to put down roots in Greenwich Peninsula.”

The show apartments are available to view by appointment – image supplied by L&Q

Prime Point connections

Located in the Brickfields area of the 150-acre Greenwich Peninsula masterplan, Prime Point is an eight-minute walk from North Greenwich station.

Connections from there put commuters in Canary Wharf in two minutes, in London Bridge in eight minutes and at Westminster in 13 minutes.

An extensive selection of bus routes also connect residents to a multitude of south-east London destinations.

Properties at Prime Point themselves include bespoke, handleless fitted kitchens with quartz worktops and integrated Siemens and Bosch appliances.

Each apartment boasts private outdoor space with many enjoying views over the surrounding skylines.

Facilities at the development include a concierge service, a residents’ lounge and landscaped communal spaces.

The area around the development continues to see significant regeneration work, building on the legacy of key attractions such as The O2, the IFS Cloud Cable Car, Design District and Ravensbourne University.

Greenwich Peninsula is becoming an increasingly desirable place to live, thanks to the arrival of a range of local amenities.

These include bars, restaurants and stores– especially the flourishing outlet shopping centre in The O2.

The Dial, a new sports bar and microbrewery, has also just opened its doors in the area, marking Meantime’s return to brewing beer in the borough.

Properties feature private outdoor space including some with views over the Thames - image supplied by L&Q — Properties feature private outdoor space including some with views over the Thames – image supplied by L&Q

key details: Prime Point

Prices for a studio apartment at Prime Point start at £399,950. Deposits start at £19,998.

Shared ownership properties can also be reserved at the scheme and London Living Rent homes will be launching in due course.

Tours of the new show homes can be arranged online by registering your details.

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June 30, 2025June 30, 2025

Kidbrooke Village celebrates affordable homes milestone

Berkeley Capital and L&Q have delivered 645 affordable apartments as part of their regeneration of the Ferrier Estate in south-east London

The Kidbrooke Village project will see 5,400 homes built on the site of the Ferrier Estate in south-east London - image by L&Q — The Kidbrooke Village project will see 5,400 homes built on the site of the Ferrier Estate in south-east London – image by L&Q

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When the tools finally go back in the van, Berkeley Capital will have delivered around 5,400 new homes on the site of the Ferrier Estate in south-east London.

Spread over 86 acres, the project is one of the larger regeneration schemes in this part of London, kicking off in 2010.

It includes Cator Park (recognised with the Sir David Attenborough award for enhancing biodiversity), two schools, a nursery, a health centre and a range of commercial spaces that have attracted the likes of Sainsbury’s, YoHome and Starbucks. It even has its own pub in the shape of The Depot on Pegler Square.

Since work began, Berkeley has delivered some 1,400 affordable homes as part of the development including 645 built in partnership with the Royal Borough Of Greenwich and housing association L&Q.

Recently council leader Cllr Anthony Okereke joined representatives from the developers and local residents to mark this milestone and officially open the latest apartments.

The properties are split between London living rent, London affordable rent and shared ownership to cater for a range of needs.

Cllr Anthony Okereke celebrates the completion of 645 affordable homes with L&Q and Berkeley at Kidbrooke Village - image by Berkeley Capital / L&Q — Cllr Anthony Okereke celebrates the completion of 645 affordable homes with L&Q and Berkeley at Kidbrooke Village – image by Berkeley Capital / L&Q

marking delivery at Kidbrooke Village

“We’re hugely proud to complete our 645th affordable home and it’s fantastic to see more households settle in,” said Justin Tibaldi, managing director of Berkeley Capital.

“Kidbrooke Village is a compelling example of successful long-term urban regeneration and has made a hugely positive difference to this part of Greenwich.

“Partnership working has been key to that success and shows what can be achieved through a shared vision and commitment to delivery.”

Neil Davis, development delivery director at L&Q, said: “At L&Q our mission is to combine our social purpose and commercial drive to build homes and neighbourhoods everyone can be proud of and we are very proud of what this partnership has created at Kidbrooke Village.

“While this event celebrated the completion of the 645th affordable home in this superb community and almost six years of working in partnership locally, as a housing association, we will be managing these homes for decades to come.

“So we look forward to watching the community grow even further and we will continue to provide support and exemplar services for residents.”

One and two-bed shared ownership homes are currently available - image by Berkeley Capital / L&Q — One and two-bed shared ownership homes are currently available – image by Berkeley Capital / L&Q

shared ownership options

Currently one and two-bedroom properties are available through L&Q at Kidbrooke with three-beds expected to be released soon.

Apartments feature open-plan design and full height glazing to allow plenty of natural light in.

Locally there’s an extensive children’s playground by APES (which built the award-winning facilities at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park) and a concierge service for residents.

The development is also well connected, with an on-site rail link connecting directly to the likes of Lewisham, London Bridge, Waterloo East and Victoria. Canary Wharf is about 25 minutes away with a change onto the DLR.

Cyclists can reach the likes of Lewisham and Greenwich in 16 minutes and 21 minutes respectively.

A show home interior at Kidbrooke Village - image by Berkeley Capital / L&Q — A show home interior at Kidbrooke Village – image by Berkeley Capital / L&Q

key details: Kidbrooke Village

Shared ownership homes are currently available at Kidbrooke Village through L&Q.

Prices start at £93,750 for a 25% share of a one-bed based on a full market value of £375,000.

Find out more about the properties here

Properties come with outdoor space - image by Berkeley Capital / L&Q — Properties come with outdoor space – image by Berkeley Capital / L&Q

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