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Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes

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

Wednesday 22 July 2026 -

Wed 22 JulJamboree - Live Music Venue(0.4mi)

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Afternoon Show: TJ Johnson's Peak of the Week

Wednesday 22 July 2026 -

Wed 22 JulJamboree - Live Music Venue(0.4mi)

via Jamboree - Live Music Venue

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Bosko Baker's Do Makers

Wednesday 22 July 2026 -

Wed 22 JulJamboree - Live Music Venue(0.4mi)

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INDY

Presented by James Seabright By Daniel Clarkson and Brendan Murphy Three performers. One fedora. And a whole lot of snakes. Join a trio of amateur archaeologists as they attempt to recreate the legendary Indiana Jones trilogy – live on stage! Armed with homemade props, shadow puppets, and sheer misplaced confidence, can this heroic adventure avoid […]

Wed 22 JulWilton's Music Hall(0.7mi)

via Wilton's Music HallLocal gem

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The Feminist Art of Walking in Whitechapel, with Morag Rose

The Feminist Art of Walking celebrates women transforming walking into works of art and activism, whilst sharing a manifesto for more equitable streets.

Wed 22 JulWhitechapel Gallery(0.9mi)

via Whitechapel GalleryLocal gem

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East End Voices: Community, Activism and Identity

One for the diary — East End Voices: Community, Activism and Identity at Whitechapel Gallery. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Wed 22 JulWhitechapel Gallery(0.9mi)

via Whitechapel GalleryLocal gem

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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(1.1mi)

via Three Colts TavernCurated

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Learning from the past to inform a safer future

By examining historical evidence, from accidents and near misses to successful interventions, we can better understand risk, human factors and the effectiveness of past responses.

Wed 22 JulInstitute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology(1.1mi)

via Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and TechnologyLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Southwark Volunteering Network

Join others organising volunteers in Southwark for an in person meeting at the Southbank Centre, Belvedere Rd, London SE1 8XX

Wed 22 JulCommunity Southwark(1.3mi)

via Community SouthwarkLocal gem

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(1.3mi)

via Tramshed Community CentreLocal gem

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(1.3mi)

via Poplar Union

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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(1.3mi)

via Poplar Union

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(1.3mi)

via Poplar Union

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Yo Poppa & Yo Momma

We're bringing you stone-cold throwback classics, performed by a handpicked selection of young guns. Kicking off with duo Yo Poppa, they'll be followed by the full band Yo Momma at 10pm. Led by superstar bassist Digby Lovatt, this 5-piece has credits that include Emeli Sande, Becky Hill and Jack Garratt to name a few. Come and get down!

Wed 22 JulEastcheap Records(1.4mi)

via Eastcheap RecordsLocal gem

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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(1.4mi)

via St. Margaret's HouseLocal gem

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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(1.4mi)

via St. Margaret's HouseLocal gem

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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(1.5mi)

via Ridley HouseLocal gem

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Venues with events near Shadwell

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

Jamboree - Live Music Venue0.4 miles away Poplar Union1.3 miles away Whitechapel Gallery0.9 miles away

More about Shadwell

Greater London, England

Shadwell is part of London, with quick links into surrounding neighbourhoods. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as St Paul's Shadwell, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Shadwell events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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