Made In London: Manufacturers and Makers of East London
20 September, 14.00 – 16.00
Address: Yonder, 6 Hooker's Road, London E17 6DP
Tickets: £7.50. Book here.
Walthamstow's Creative Business Community Hive Collective in collaboration with Yonder Workspace, will celebrate and shine a light on East London's vibrant manufacturing and making industry.
The event will feature two passionate and expert speakers - Professor Mark Brearley, who has spent a decade cataloguing London manufacturers who will discuss the industry's current landscape and future prospects. And Harriet Warden, Director of Blackhorse Workshop, who will be speaking about the importance of the workshop in Walthamstow and preserving essential skills.
Additionally, talented local makers will demonstrate their unique processes and tools, offering attendees insight into their craftsmanship.
This event will showcase photographs of local makers, taken by Carmel King from 'Made In London', a book Mark and Carmel collaborated on together.
Come along, have some drinks and network whilst celebrating local manufacturing and making, ensuring these remain a vital part of London's economic and cultural fabric.
Presented by Hive Collective and Yonder.
About Hive Collective
Hive Collective CIC is a community of creative and independent business owners in Waltham Forest. We host fun, informal and inclusive events for businesses owners to meet, share advice, collaborate, swap skills and learn from other within the collective.
At the core of Hive is connection – we believe that creating a connected network of businesses and organisations alone can increase the success of all the individual companies across the Borough. Our values are openness, sharing, and inspiration - we encourage the business owners to step outside their comfort zones and be bolder.
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About Yonder
Yonder is more than meets the eye. A community-led facility with indoor climbing, co-working, studio space and a café and bar, we don’t doubt that you’ll find something for you here.
A space for people to work, play, create, and unwind, providing a focal point for all aspects of the local community.
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www.instagram.com/yonder.community
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This event is part of the William Morris Design Line open weekend. Between 20-22 September 2024 makers and creatives across across Blackhorse Lane and Argall Industrial Area are opening their doors to celebrate design, craft and making. The event programme is part of London Design Festival and Open House Festival 2024.