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27/05/2026

The temporary diversion for Footpath 47 is now live, so we’ve put together a short video showing the new route.

While essential foreshore works continue along the riverfront, accessing the area will look quite different for some time.

Thank you for your continued patience as we work to deliver long-term improvements.

We’ll continue to keep residents updated throughout.

If you have any questions, please get in touch at [email protected]

26/05/2026

Take a look inside Barking Riverside’s beauty HQ 👀✨

It’s been just over a month since Empress Hair and Beauty opened in Rivergate Square - so we stopped by to look around and catch-up with Erica, the local business owner behind the salon.

From braiding and barbering, to facials, nails and massage treatments, the space offers a wide range of beauty and wellness services -right here in the heart of the Rivergate neighbourhood 💅🏼

📍 Rivergate Square
🕘 Monday - Saturday: 9.30am - 8pm
🕚 Sunday: 11am - 6pm

The Circus and Kings Hill hosted its inaugural event at the weekend, and what a way to kick things off.🎬A huge thank you...
22/05/2026

The Circus and Kings Hill hosted its inaugural event at the weekend, and what a way to kick things off.🎬

A huge thank you to the hundreds of residents and visitors who joined us on Saturday for a full day of open-air cinema, food and drinks.

Family favourites filled the afternoon, before an evening screening of Jurassic World: Rebirth. Buzzing with food, drinks and atmosphere, the event was designed to celebrate the new spaces whilst coming together as a community.

We’d also like to thank our food and drink vendors, The Spot, Noodle Hub, Latte Lab and The Exchange, as well as the Barking Riverside Resident Events Panel for providing free popcorn, as well as speaking to residents about their upcoming community events. 🍿

The Circus and Kings Hill are now yours to enjoy - a place to meet friends, spend time outdoors, walk your dog and make use of the new seating and play areas.

📣 Reminder for residents: Footpath 47 diversion route is coming into effect from next week. As previously shared, essent...
20/05/2026

📣 Reminder for residents: Footpath 47 diversion route is coming into effect from next week.

As previously shared, essential foreshore works along the river require a temporary diversion to Footpath 47. The new diversion route will come into effect from Tuesday 26th May - starting at Project Road, outside the Project Office. This will involve accessing the foreshore from a new road, rather than entering the foreshore from the Project Office car park.

Diversion signage will be installed over the coming days, with marshals present during the short switch-over period to help guide pedestrians safely along the new route.

These works form part of the wider improvements to the riverfront and are necessary to ensure work can continue safely.

We’re sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience while these works are carried out. More signage is due to be installed to re-share the designs for the foreshore, and to give further detail on the programme.

If you have any questions, please get in touch at [email protected]

1.5 tonnes of clothes recycled in one month ♻️👀In March alone, Barking Riverside residents donated more than 1,500kg of ...
15/05/2026

1.5 tonnes of clothes recycled in one month ♻️👀

In March alone, Barking Riverside residents donated more than 1,500kg of unwanted clothes and textiles through the neighbourhood’s TRAID clothes banks.

That’s the equivalent of 1,512kg diverted from landfill - helping reduce carbon emissions and giving used items a second life.

There are two TRAID clothes banks available at Barking Riverside:
📍 Rivergate Square
📍 Northgate neighbourhood, near The Wilds car park

Whether it’s old clothes, shoes or other textiles, donating is a simple way to reduce waste and support more sustainable fashion. Head to our TRAID banks after your next Spring clear-out 👕

“Some of Spielberg’s best sequences of sustained awe and sheer terror since Jaws.” - Rotten Tomatoes🎬🦖You’re in for a tr...
14/05/2026

“Some of Spielberg’s best sequences of sustained awe and sheer terror since Jaws.” - Rotten Tomatoes🎬🦖

You’re in for a treat as this Saturday, Jurassic World: Rebirth takes over the big screen at the Circus and Kings Hill for an unforgettable open-air cinema night.
Expect drinks in hand, street food on site, fresh popcorn and a huge outdoor screen as the sun sets. 🍹🍿

On the night, fresh noodles from The Noodle Hut, coffee from Latte Lab, and a full bar hosted by The Exchange.

Excitingly, The Spot will be there to meet residents ahead of their opening on Huggett Road later this summer. Bringing a modern diner concept to Barking Riverside, the event will provide an opportunity to sample their new menu. Give them a follow!

Free popcorn will be provided courtesy of , who’ll be around sharing details of their upcoming summer events programme.

Full movie schedule:
📽️ 1pm – Inside Out 2 (U) — SOLD OUT
📽️ 4pm – Goat (PG) — SOLD OUT
📽️ 7pm – Jurassic World: Rebirth (12A)

Tickets are £5 for adults and £3 for children. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

🎟️ Last chance to book — https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/barking-riverside-open-air-cinema-tickets-1988089306634

📍 Circus and Kings Hill, Barking Riverside (accessed from the top of Huggett Road)

A Children & Family Health and Wellbeing Day is taking place at The Rivergate Centre this week 📢Join us this Friday, 15t...
14/05/2026

A Children & Family Health and Wellbeing Day is taking place at The Rivergate Centre this week 📢

Join us this Friday, 15th May, for an afternoon focused on family wellbeing and support, bringing together local organisations and health professionals.

Running from 3-7pm, the event will include:
🩺 See a Dr without an appointment and health checks (non-urgent)
🧠 Support and advice around children’s emotional wellbeing and SEND pathways
👨‍👩‍👧 Parenting and family guidance
🎨 Sensory play and activities for children
🥗 Mindful eating and wellness workshops
💆 Hand and shoulder massages
🤝 Community groups, resources and local small businesses including NHS Talking Therapies, Kindred Mums, Digital Parenting and more.

📅 Friday 15th May, 3-7pm

The event is supported by Barking Riverside Limited.

There’s a new coffee truck on the square👀Say hello to Latte Lab - now parked up at Barking Riverside Station, serving ev...
09/05/2026

There’s a new coffee truck on the square👀

Say hello to Latte Lab - now parked up at Barking Riverside Station, serving everything from your morning coffee to iced lattes and matcha on sunnier days ☕🌿

Owned by Barking local Mehak, the truck will be open every Friday to Tuesday, 11am - 7pm.

If you’re passing through the station or heading out for a walk, stop by to check it out 👀

Almost one week to go 🎬We have great plans to mark the opening of the Circus and Kings Hill on Saturday 16th May with a ...
08/05/2026

Almost one week to go 🎬

We have great plans to mark the opening of the Circus and Kings Hill on Saturday 16th May with a full day of open-air cinema - and tickets are already going fast.

It’s going to be a wonderful day, filled with family films all afternoon and a blockbuster in the evening. Deckchairs are ready and a range of food and drink will be available to purchase on the day.

Free popcorn will be kindly provided by the Barking Riverside Resident Events Panel, who will be on hand to discuss their summer events programme.

Tickets cost £5 for adults and £3 for children. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Here’s what’s on:
📽️ 1pm – Inside Out 2 (U)
📽️ 4pm – Goat (PG)
📽️ 7pm – Jurassic World: Rebirth (12A)

The event is fully outdoors, so dress for anything - suncream or a coat, maybe both! 🌤️

🎟️ Book ahead to secure your spot - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/barking-riverside-open-air-cinema-tickets-1988089306634
📍 Circus and Kings Hill, Barking Riverside

The Circus and Kings Hill are officially opening to the public– and we’re bringing an open-air cinema to Barking Riversi...
02/05/2026

The Circus and Kings Hill are officially opening to the public– and we’re bringing an open-air cinema to Barking Riverside to mark the occasion 🎬

On Saturday 16th May, join us for three special outdoor cinema screenings, with tickets now selling fast.

📽️ 1pm – Inside Out 2 (U)
📽️ 4pm – Goat (PG)
📽️ 7pm – Jurassic World: Rebirth (12A)

Pizza, snacks and drinks will also be available to purchase. The REP will also be on hand throughout the day, helping residents get into the party spirit.

It’s an all-weather event - so come prepared for the great British weather. Think sun hats or raincoats!

🎟️ Tickets are limited and need to be booked in advance - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/barking-riverside-open-air-cinema-tickets-1988089306634
📍 Circus and Kings Hill, accessed from the top of Huggett Road, Barking Riverside
📅 Saturday 16th May

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