E2 Area Guide
A locals' guide to E2
Where do E2 locals go?
Why not explore the nearby areas of
bethnal green,
whitechapel,
shoreditch,
spitalfields,
hoxton,
dalston,
aldgate,
de beauvoir town,
hackney,
and victoria park
Did you know?
"During the 1940s, Electra House used to house Department EH which bugged foreign embassies and produced propaganda to undermine enemy operations in Europe."
Walking along Great Eastern Street, it is clear to see this area's artistic past and present.
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Andrew Phillips
Bethnal Green, with its close proximity to Shoreditch, is a popular and vibrant area where there's always something exciting going on!
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Andrew Phillips
The street art on this wall is constantly changing, which makes for a beautiful and rousing walk to work every morning. Expect the unexpected on Great Eastern Street!
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Kayleigh Harvey
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What locals say about E2
“I love Bethnal Green Gardens because there is a park inside for children and there is a spiderweb next to the park for older children Furthermore, there is a huge football pitch and a basketball area. Even though there is a football pitch and a basketball area, it is spacious. Also there is a grass hill that has dandelions all over. To add to this there is a library next to Bethnal Green Gardens. In addition, the whole area is clean, plus the community that work there are very kind, generous and helpful.”
Rehena
“I love Bethnal Green. It is situated perfectly on the central line and is great for getting around easily. Brick Lane Market on a Sunday is only a 10 minute walk away, along with the great night life in Shoreditch. It is the perfect place to really enjoy London for what it is – a busy, exciting, cosmopolitan city.”
Nicole
“I have lived in East London and have had the amazing opportunity of being born and bred in the heart of it! Bethnal Green has a lovely community and wonderful niche markets, local parks, cheap and cheerful as well as classy restaurants! If you're a fan of food look no further! Brick Lane, (which is round the corner!) has a large flea market with stalls selling antiques, clothes, bric-a-brac and all sorts of other weird and wonderful things and is famous for selling THE best Indian around! Columbia Flower Market is also round the corner! You can surprise your loved ones with beautiful giant bouquets! Bethnal green has the underground,and National Railway and a range of buses which can take you to different locations!! A lovely, warm, and sociable area! :)”
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Activities near E2
World Coda With Guests Live In London!
Gotobeat is excited to team up with Folklore Hoxton to welcome the line up curated by World Coda with Wildernesses and Menaura on Saturday, January 31st! World Coda - World Coda is a metalgaze band based in London inspired by worldviews from post-modernist philosophy and psychoanalysis. With influence from by post-metal classics (e.g. Alcest, Deafheaven) and dark heavy pop (e.g. Chelsea Wolfe, early Lana Del Rey), we create a depressive yet erotic dreamscape featuring earworm guitar melodies, ethereal female vocals, and fierce black-metal screams. Wildernesses - Wildernesses are a new shoegaze band from London, UK. The 4-piece combine emotive heaviness with ambient textures to score lyrics about the surreal realities of everyday life. Menaura - Menaura is a London-based mulitnational art-rock/shoegaze band. Ethereal soundscapes, soaring melodies and hard-hitting riffs border on the landscape of math rock to provide an intense escape for the listener. Presented by Gotobeat. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Mother Vulture
Hectic Blues Punk with a live show so chaotic it will leave you with horrific injuries. For fans of being happy, achieving your dreams and not dying.Read more
Enzo Is Burning
It’s tricky to define Enzo is Burning, the minimal tech-house musician whose artistry is anything but the genre’s status quo. They’ve DJ sets under their belt for seminal brands such as Defected, Elrow, Kaluki and ABODE and iconic festivals Boardmasters and Hideout. Add his cutting-edge, addictive productions affirming a close connection with his fanbase - all in just a year of the musical project since its rebranding - and you can confirm that Enzo is Burning is not your run of the mill producer and DJ. Initially known for his remixes - the cult-favourite edit of Aaliyah’s ‘Give It Up’ particularly comes to mind - which elevated the musician from a bedroom artist to firmly on the club circuit, we are now experiencing a shift whereby Enzo is Burning’s dedicated community can indulge in his own original work. Such tracks are already being played in fabric, Amnesia Ibiza and Space Miami to name a few with fans already including Marco Carola, Joseph Capriati, FISHER, Peggy Gou and Sosa. There is a delicate, nuanced beauty in the presentation of music, whether through productions or DJ sets. It is within this space where Enzo is Burning thrives, articulating his deep-rooted love for the art form of music - precisely, that is, on his own authentic terms.Read more
London Exotic East End Immersive Food Tour
Embark on a culinary journey around the world and celebrate the diverse culture of the most cosmopolitan city on earth. You'll taste Indian samosas and sweet Jelaby, local oysters with a glass of bubbly, understand the story of cocoa with Ghanaian chocolate and devour Jewish Beigels. No visit to the East End would be complete without some Cockney banter, so you'll also learn a bit o' rhyming slang. It's the ultimate cultural journey in London's backyard. Get your tickets now for the London Exotic East End Immersive Food Tour!Read more
Japanese Whisky Tasting with Cocktails and Tapas
Begin your Japanese whisky journey at MAP Maison, a sophisticated venue in Haggerston, perfect for lovers of fine spirits. Your experience starts with a refreshing MAP Maison whisky highball followed by a guided tasting of two premium Japanese whiskies from the legendary Nikka and Suntory distilleries. Learn the history and artistry behind Japanese whisky from an expert, and then elevate the evening with a signature cocktail and tapas plate from the menu. Whether you're a whisky enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this tasting offers a delightful mix of flavors, knowledge, and relaxation.Read more
BBE Christmas Party
Get ready to jingle and mingle with BBE at our Christmas Party - it's going to be a festive blast!
FUN DMC New Year's Eve Party: Midday is the new Midnight
Countdown to Midday + Balloon Drop + Glitter Cannons + Hip-Hop Colouring In + Face Painting + Dance competitions + Food + Full Bar + more
About E2
E2 is the postcode district in East London incorporating the areas of Bethnal Green, Haggerston, Shoreditch (part), Cambridge Heath. The local authorities covering E2 are Tower Hamlets, Hackney. The postcode area does not cover all of east London; the remainder is covered by the RM (Romford) and IG postcode areas.
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