Canning Town is a feature neighbourhood at the London Festival of Architecture 2026 - a month-long programme of events from 6 - 27 June.
- Residents and visitors are invited to explore the area's transformation through guided walks, exhibitions, discussions and community events led by Newham Council, Ballymore, TfL, Cody Dock and other local organisations.
- The programme showcases how investment and regeneration is delivering over 10,000 new homes alongside new community facilities, as part of the council’s Growth Plan, and creating thriving neighbourhoods for the communities that call Canning Town home.
From 6 June, Newham Council alongside Ballymore, Tower Hamlets Council and Places for London, are hosting a series of walks, talks, exhibitions and cultural events across Canning Town and Leamouth, showcasing the area's transformation and the opportunities being created for residents and businesses.
As one of London's fastest-growing neighbourhoods, Canning Town is undergoing significant change. Over the past decade, major developments such as Hallsville Quarter have delivered new public spaces and a revitalised town centre. Future developments, including the Limmo Peninsula will continue to shape the area's future. Residents are encouraged to explore proposals and share their feedback at Limmo Peninsula public exhibition, launching at the festival.
The Council is currently developing a masterplan to deliver between 1,300 and 1,600 new homes at the Canning Town estates including 50% of these being affordable homes. Residents voted ‘yes’ to the regeneration of Canning Town Estates, and during the festival there are opportunities to discover how the regeneration proposals will bring together the existing community with those moving into the area.
The month-long programme explores this transformation through events focused on architecture, place-making, community and culture, all under this year's London Festival of Architecture theme of “Belonging”.
Mayor of Newham, Forhad Hussain, said: “Canning Town is one of Newham's most exciting neighbourhoods, with a strong community spirit and a bright future. The festival is a chance for residents and visitors alike to come together, explore the neighbourhood, and celebrate the changes taking place.”
The festival offers an opportunity to celebrate Canning Town's communities and culture. The Boat House exhibition space will be unveiled at Cody Docks as part of the festival.
The construction of Newham Heritage Centre is now nearly completed, opening at the site of Canning Town Old Library in 2027. The festival also includes several artist-led workshops for residents to get creative.
Canning Town is one of London’s best-connected neighbourhoods. The exhibition of emerging plans for the Limmo Peninsula (launching at the festival) will showcase the future riverside walkway along the River Lea. This forms part of a programme of local connectivity improvements including the Mayer Parry Bridge, where the Council recently achieved a key milestone of submitting a planning application. As part of the festival, residents will also have the opportunity to go behind the scenes of Canning Town Station.
Simon Ryan, Developments Director, Ballymore said: “This neighbourhood is a remarkable example of old meeting new in London – where a proud industrial heritage has helped shape bold and exciting contemporary architecture. The area has undergone significant transformation in recent years, and we’re proud that our own projects have played a small part in that journey. With much more to come, we’re looking forward to a Festival that celebrates the theme of ‘belonging’ and explores how architecture can bring people together this June.”
Residents and visitors are encouraged to take part in the programme and discover how Canning Town is evolving. View the full event programme below:
Canning Town Feature Neighbourhood, London Festival of Architecture 2026 Event Programme:
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Saturday 6 June, 10am – 12pm |
Empty site to New Neighbourhood
Walking tour exploring the relationship between City Island and Limmo Peninsula.
Led by: Howells, Spacehub, Ballymore |
Meeting point: Hopewell Square, Leamouth Peninsula, London E14 0SY |
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Thursday 11 June 2pm – 4pm |
Canning Town: Co-designed Estate Regeneration in practice
Tour of the council-led Canning Town Estate Regeneration programme.
Led by: Newham Council Place Making |
Meeting Point: Grow Box, Vincent Street, London E16 1LS |
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Thursday 11 June 4.30pm – 6pm |
Canning Town Station Walking Tour
A guided walk exploring Canning Town Station’s role as a place of connection and belonging within the wider neighbourhood.
Led by: TfL |
Meeting point: Canning Town Station, Silvertown Way,
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Thursday 11 June, 7pm – 9pm |
Perceptions of safety: a walk and discussion
Explore how design, movement and environment shape perceptions of safety in and around Canning Town.
Led by: Ballymore, Places for London |
Meeting point: Costa inside Canning Town Station
Unit 1 & 2 Booking Hall,
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Monday 15 June, 2pm – 4pm |
Canning Town: Co-designed Estate Regeneration in practice
Tour of the council-led Canning Town Estate Regeration programme.
Led by: Newham Council Place Making |
Meeting Point: Grow Box, Vincent Street, London E16 1LS |
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Wednesday 17 June, 6pm – 9pm |
Belonging: Food for Thought Evening of exploring BELONGING through shared meals, guided conversation, and diverse community voices
Led by: Make:Good, Newham Council Place Making, meanwhile space, Belong Kick, Community Clay Newham, Deliciously Rooted, Sign Up Now CIC |
Grow Box, Vincent Street, London E16 1LS |
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Saturday 20 June, 11pm – 6pm
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Cody Dock’s Summer Festival
Live performance, workshops, exhibitions, show gardens, walks and talks.
Led by: Cody Dock |
Cody Dock 11c South Crescent
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Tuesday 23 June, 8.30am – 10am |
Evolving Newham: connecting new district with established communities
This panel discussion will explore how major regeneration projects - from Canning Town and the Royal Docks to London City Island and the emerging plans for the Limmo Peninsula, are shaping Newham’s future.
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NLA – The London Centre, 3 Aldermanbur,London EC2V 7HH |
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Saturday 27 June, 10am - 12pm
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The Line – Wellbeing Walk
Join us for a guided wellbeing walk along a section of The Line, where participants will encounter up to 13 public artworks set against the backdrop of the River Lea and East London’s waterways.
As you move through the landscape, the group will pause to explore artworks, notice local wildlife and changing surroundings and take part in gentle mindful activities designed to encourage reflection and presence.
Completed at a gentle pace, the walk lasts approximately 2 hours with opportunities to stop and rest if required.
Led by: The Line, Ballymore
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Meeting point: The Stephenson Street exit of DLR Star Lane Station, Stephenson Street
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Saturday 27 June, 1pm – 5pm |
Limmo Pensinula: a new neighbourhood for Canning Town
Launch of the public exhibition exploring plans to transform the vacant Limmo site into a new neighbourhood!
Led by: Ballymore |
Canning Town Library (Daisy Parsons Room) 18 Rathbone Market, |
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Every Friday/Saturday in June |
YoungMinds Garden
YoungMinds Garden is a space for the local community to foster connections and alleviate loneliness.
Led by: SD Projects
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63 Fords Park Road E16 1NP |
For more information, visit the London Festival of Architecture website >
View our Newham Growth Plan and Investment Prospectus >
