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What's on in Bow

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Community

Muay Thai (Mixed adults)

Martial Arts fosters self confidence, discipline, focus and develops physical and mental wellbeing. For more information, E-mail- https://www.radojunkie.com/

Wed 22 JulSt Paul Old Ford(0.3mi)

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Community

Muay Thai

Martial Arts fosters self confidence, discipline, focus and develops physical and mental wellbeing. For more information, E-mail- https://www.radojunkie.com/

Wed 22 JulSt Paul Old Ford(0.3mi)

via St Paul Old FordCurated

Community

Muay Thai (Men only)

Martial Arts fosters self confidence, discipline, focus and develops physical and mental wellbeing. For more information, E-mail- https://www.radojunkie.com/

Wed 22 JulSt Paul Old Ford(0.3mi)

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Sports & Fitness

Pilates

St Paul Old Ford is putting on Pilates and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Wed 22 JulSt Paul Old Ford(0.3mi)

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Community

Tom's Toe Tapping WEDNESDAY / Learn more

Wed 22 Jul Tom's Toe Tapping WEDNESDAY / Learn more 22 Jul 2026, 19:00 – 21:00 London, 49 Ridley Rd, London E8 2NP, UK TOM'S TOE TAPPING WEDNESDAY Step, shuffle, and scoot the right way by dancing in regimented lines to vaguely country music Open to all! 7pm-8:30pm ish Share

Wed 22 JulRidley House(0.9mi)

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DanceLive Music

Dance This Mess Around / Learn more

Wed 22 Jul Dance This Mess Around / Learn more 22 Jul 2026, 21:00 – 23 Jul 2026, 02:00 London, 49 Ridley Rd, London E8 2NP, UK D’LULU presents an all vinyl night of manic 80’s oddities and 70’s floor fillers. An eclectic mix of songs that are made for dancing. We’ll swing from hi-NRG 80’s, to post-punk, to pure Disco, to synth-pop, to funk, and sometimes we’ll even land on northern soul. Share

Wed 22 JulRidley House(0.9mi)

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Likely freeWellness & Wellbeing

Mindfulness Based Addiction Recovery (MBAR) Training

Deepen your understanding of addiction and recovery through mindfulness. This MBAR facilitator training explores mindfulness-based tools for working with addictive and compulsive behaviours — in your personal life, workplace, or community. Ideal for professionals, people in recovery, and those training to become MBAR facilitators.

Wed 22 JulTramshed Community Centre(1mi)

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Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes

Creative Writing Workshop

Open to everyone from beginner to experienced writers, whether you want to write a story/a play/lyrics or poetry, join our weekly workshop.

Wed 22 JulPoplar Union(1.1mi)

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Community

Create, Draw, Meet

A relaxed, informal, creative meet up for all! Join us for a cuppa, biscuit and chat whilst delving into a creative pursuit including drawing, painting, collage and textiles.

Wed 22 JulPoplar Union(1.1mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Social Wednesday

Your new mid-week escape. From chess and board games to crochet, quilting, and a cosy reading corner—our spacious studio will be buzzing with friendly faces and positive energy.

Wed 22 JulPoplar Union(1.1mi)

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Community

Daytime Art Cafe

Wednesday 22nd July, 2-4pm Join us for an extra special day-time Art Cafe as part of our Discover Festival. in The Gallery Cafe

Wed 22 JulSt. Margaret's House(1.2mi)

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Community

Social Gardening

The St Margaret’s House garden has been redeveloped over the past two years. Last year saw the installation of the RHS gold medal winning 'Talitha Arts Garden', and this year has seen landscaping work to make the garden fully accessible.

Wed 22 JulSt. Margaret's House(1.2mi)

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Community

the colts pub quiz

Join us for our fortnightly Colts Quiz There will be unique challenges, entertaining themes and a cash jackpot prize! Book a table (choose quiz as booking type) £2 entry per person! (this goes straight into the jackpot)

Wed 22 JulThree Colts Tavern(1.3mi)

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Community

Dinner & DJ's

Mid week (Tuesday~Thursday) we invite friends to play records during dinner (from 8~11pm). Whilst it’s a more chilled out affair than Fridays and Saturday, you can still expect a killer selection of soul, disco and rare cuts.

Wed 22 JulBambi(1.4mi)

via BambiLocal gem

Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes

A Life Drawing Class by North London Life Drawing (Longer Poses)

Wednesday 22 July 2026 -

Wed 22 JulJamboree - Live Music Venue(1.5mi)

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Community

Afternoon Show: TJ Johnson's Peak of the Week

Wednesday 22 July 2026 -

Wed 22 JulJamboree - Live Music Venue(1.5mi)

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Community

Bosko Baker's Do Makers

Wednesday 22 July 2026 -

Wed 22 JulJamboree - Live Music Venue(1.5mi)

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Venues with events near Bow

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

St Paul Old Ford0.3 miles away Poplar Union1.1 miles away Jamboree - Live Music Venue1.5 miles away

More about Bow

Greater London, England

Bow sits in the heart of East London and manages to feel like a proper neighbourhood rather than just another stop on the tube line. The Nunnery Gallery has been showing off local talent for years, while the occasional craft stall means there is usually a bit of colour near the station. It does not take much to turn a Tuesday into a treat if you know where to look. Pub nights and community events keep the streets lively without needing a festival banner everywhere. Near Here pulls together the best bits so you do not waste time scrolling through endless lists on your phone. Just walk out the door and see what is waiting around the corner.

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