This walking tour will follow the course one of the earliest public infrastructure projects in London, the 400 year old New River aqueduct. Explore a history of innovative public housing developments in one of the most densely populated parts on London and end at New River Head, a striking example of public utility architecture now being repurposed for arts and culture.

The Rosemary Branch Theatre is a pub theatre located in Islington. Previously a Victorian Music Hall which once hosted the likes of famed Music Hall singer Marie Lloyd, it has a rich history in the London theatre community.

Periscope is a spatial design agency focused on regenerative design and public architecture. We welcome visitors to join us through a day of workshops and talks around some of the practice's recent works, stimulating conversations on green and blue infrastructures, master planning and urbanism, public realm and landscape.

Periscope, 2019

Bradbury Works in Gillett Square, Dalston, has re-opened its doors. The new award winning building includes the refurbishment of 600m2 of existing affordable workspace, the replacement of ten mini retail units, and the provision of almost 500m2 of extra workspace in a two-storey extension. Bradbury Works is the next step in the evolving unique story of this community focused public space.

Alex Smith of Y/N Studio, 2022

A rare example of a large purpose built metropolitan working men’s club with over 100 years of history. A once dignified building, revival Queen Anne style in the late-Victorian period, Grade II listed in 2019.

Alfred Allen, 1900

The Estorick Collection is housed in a beautiful Georgian building previously known as Northampton Lodge. Today, the museum comprises six galleries over three floors, as well as a library, offices, a café and bookshop.

Henry Leroux of Stoke Newington, 1807

Gubns partners with Of Architecture to host an open studio, pop-up and talk, showcasing a curated exhibition of works by architect-makers alongside a studio tour led by Of co-founders James Mak and Jongwon Na.

Studio Partington, 2012

A vital community garden offering a model for maximum good for communities and for the environment on a small urban plot. It is now a site of Local Importance for Nature Conservation. Winner of an Open City Stewardship Award 2021.

muf architecture/art, EXYZT, J & L Gibbons, 2010