Carpenters Estate to Unveil Meanwhile Projects at Community Day This November
Posted 04 November 2024
On Saturday, November 16th, Populo Living invites residents and visitors to celebrate a new chapter in its regeneration journey with a lively Street Art Community Day. This free event invites people to be among the first to try out Carpenters Estate’s new outdoor amenities, including a sustainably built playground and a unique outdoor gym crafted from knives removed from London’s streets. The event, hosted in collaboration with Steel Warriors, Global Street Art/London Mural Festival, Yes Make, Populo Living, and the London Borough of Newham (LBN), promises a full day of street art, fitness, music, and family-friendly activities.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, November 16th, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Sports Court near Dennison Point, Carpenters Estate, London E15 2JT
Experience Creativity, Fitness, and Community at Carpenters Estate
The day will begin with a Live Paint Jam led by Global Street Art as part of the London Mural Festival. Local street artists will paint vibrant murals, transforming the estate’s walls into a canvas for creativity. For younger visitors, a sustainably designed playground by Yes Make - constructed from 90% recycled materials - will offer an exciting place to play and imagine.
Attendees will also have the chance to try out the new outdoor gym, created by Steel Warriors. This innovative gym is made from melted-down knives removed from the streets and provides a safe, empowering space for community fitness and engagement. The event will feature introductory calisthenics sessions, a gym challenge, and an open workout where participants can experience the equipment firsthand.
Event Highlights
Paint Jam by Global Street Art (12:00 PM): Watch talented local artists as they bring murals to life on the estate.
Steel Warriors Calisthenics Taster Sessions (12:00 - 12:45 PM): Join introductory calisthenics sessions at the new outdoor gym.
Official Opening Ceremony (1:00 - 1:10 PM)
Fitness Challenge at the Gym (1:10 - 2:00 PM): Test your strength in a friendly competition.
Soul Mavericks Breakdancing Performance (2:00 - 3:00 PM): Enjoy an energetic show by the renowned breakdancing crew.
Open Gym Session (3:00 - 5:00 PM): Explore the gym’s features in an open workout session.
Live DJ Set
This is a family-friendly day designed for everyone to enjoy - street art enthusiasts, fitness fans, and local families alike. Whether you’re keen to witness live art, try out the new gym, or simply enjoy the lively atmosphere, Street Art Community Day offers something for all ages.
A milestone in the Carpenters Estate Regeneration, the new gym and playground are part of Populo Living and Newham’s resident-led vision which prioritises improvements to community spaces and community building. Nick Clough, Carpenters Project Director, expressed pride in these developments:
“Populo Living is proud to bring these unique spaces to the Carpenters Estate, working alongside Steel Warriors and Yes Make to create facilities that prioritise safety, inclusivity and pride for residents and locals alike. These new spaces signify a meaningful step forward in our resident-led masterplan, and are intended for residents of all ages to enjoy and take ownership of.”
Register your interest in our free community day on Eventbrite!