Royal Docks Area Guide
A locals' guide to Royal Docks
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What locals say about Royal Docks
“Canning town is somewhat overlooked by most buyers, but it has some of the best transport links in London, DLR, Jubilee Line, CrossRail (soon) the Emirates Airline and City Airport - so for access to London it offers excellent value to potential property buyers. And with the new high street, shops, facilities and general improvements (including London City Island.) With a lot of new houses and flats, this can only bring more retail and business to the area, so it's a place to keep an eye on. Zone 2/3 and on the night service, buses to everywhere and the Excel is nearby too so it's a bustling place when any exhibitions are on too. I have also heard that the new properties at Royal Gateway are aiming to become a Borough Market of East London - that would be amazing... ”
Mark
“The underground and DLR station is nearby. Also the entire Dockland area starts from here; Holiday Inn, Excel Centre, Cable car, City Airport all are nearby. Co-operative to McDonalds all are here.”
Sheikh
“I love how tranquil it is along the Thames, whilst having a great amount of contemporary art and history nearby.”
Matthew
Activities near Royal Docks
Grand Designs Live
Could your garden shed be a luxury sauna or your tree house a self contained eco pod? This contemporary home show based on the Channel 4 series provides plenty of innovative ideas for interiors, gardens, home improvement, self-build and renovations.Read more
Lost Frequencies Open Air
Lost Frequencies makes his UK open air debut, as he takes over London's much loved The Cause terrace on July 11th. Following a sell out UK tour earlier this year, the global dance phenomenon is back for a sun soaked summer session in East London. With billions of streams and a catalogue of multi-platinum hits including “Are You With Me” and “Where Are You Now”, Lost Frequencies has become one of the most recognisable names in dance music, blending uplifting hooks with feel good, festival ready energy. Now, for the first time in the UK, his sound meets the open air, dancing in the sun with the London skyline as the backdrop. Pre-sale goes live March 27th at 10am, exclusively to those who sign up. Sign up is essential. Presented by Labyrinth Events. This is an 18+ event. Photo ID required.Read more
Natural & Organic Products Expo
Organiser: Diversified Communications UK
Big London Tattoo Show
The Big London Tattoo Show will feature 500 of the very best tattoo artists from the UK, Ireland and abroad. Watch as they create amazing masterpieces on skin, or dive in and get tattooed by the best and compete in competitions. Add in FREE fairground rides all weekend, art exhibitions, sideshows, vaudeville experiences, fire performances, alternative markets, interactive entertainment, and more to be announced, this event promises to be something very special. The Big London Tattoo Show will be held in the London's biggest indoor event space, The Excel, an outstanding purpose built venue set against the famous skyline of London's docklands. Whether you are a seasoned tattoo enthusiast, someone looking for inspiration in getting their first tattoo, or just want to enjoy all the vibrancy and colour of this hugely creative event, there is for everyone. A fascinating entertaining weekend for all the family, come to The Big London Tattoo Show 2026 for the biggest and best edition yet!. We cannot wait to welcome you!Read more
Cloonee Presents Hellbent
Hell returns to London as Cloonee brings Hellbent to The Cause on June 19th for an extended set on The Cause’s sun-kissed terrace. The UK tech-house titan lands in East London with his signature blend of rolling grooves, funk-laced rhythms and no-nonsense energy. From powerhouse productions including ‘Sippin’ Yak’ and his latest release ‘XTC’, to commanding stages from Miami to Manchester, Cloonee has built a reputation for pure dancefloor impact. Now, the Hellbent Records founder brings the heat to The Cause terrace for an extended set. A very hot June 19th awaits... Joining Cloonee, is UK rising star Ethan Walsh, whose breakthrough track “Look Good” has amassed over 7 million streams. Pre-sale March 11th at 10am, exclusively to those who sign up. Presented by Labyrinth Events. This is an 18+ eventRead more
Sync - London
Bridging sounds from Afro, Latin, South Asia, SWANA and third culture diasporic dance music. Four collectives taking over a stage each at The Cause this summer. SYNC speaks many languages but evokes a shared feeling. Moving with rhythm through different cultures to land at the centre of your very own community. SYNC is the intersection Unapologetically yourself, confidently together A sharing of stories through unique traditions and collective experiences. \[You must arrive within the timeframe stated on your ticket to guarantee entry\] Presented by SYNC This is an 18+ eventRead more
House of Dreamers London
An immersive experience built around the emotional and motivational power of dreams. House of Dreamers invites visitors into a magical world through 16 interactive installations that blend design, colour and technology, with the goal of reconnecting people with their imagination, inner child and aspirations. For London, the experience becomes even more interactive and personalized through the use of new technologies and AI-powered experiences.Read more
About Royal Docks
The Royal Docks comprise three docks in east London - the Royal Albert Dock, the Royal Victoria Dock and the King George V Dock. They are more correctly called the Royal Group of Docks to distinguish them from the Royal Dockyards, Royal being due to their naming after royal personages rather than Crown ownership. The three docks collectively formed the largest enclosed docks in the world, with a water area of nearly 250 acres (1.0 km2) and an overall estate of 1,100 acres (4.5 km2). This is equivalent to the whole of central London from Hyde Park to Tower Bridge. Transport for London is continuing to develop the transport infrastructure of the Royal Docks with a further extension of the Docklands Light Railway.
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