Photo: The Virginia Settlers Memorial (detail), Blackwall – © David Charnick 2021

In 1802 the West India Docks opened, an unprecedented development which saw Poplar blossom to dominate the eastern side of the Tower Hamlets.

Just downriver is Blackwall. It was an important embarkation point long before the arrival of the East India Company in 1617.

This tour tells of the beginnings of London’s dockland, the capital’s trading interface with the world.

This is a virtual tour hosted live via Zoom video conferencing, where your guide will show slides and give a talk to accompany them. There will be the opportunity for questions both during and after the talk.

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DON’T FORGET – the tour starts PROMPTLY!

Make sure you’re in the waiting room ready to join us in good time!