Heritage Action Zone: Celebrating the history of Petticoat Lane

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High Streets Heritage Action Zone Cultural Programme

Celebrating the history of Petticoat Lane

Petticoat Lane is special because of working class and migrant communities. From the Huguenots in the 14th Century, through to the Bangladeshi communities of today, the area has consistently formed a space of refuge and welcome.

The People’s History of Petticoat Lane project, is part of a Historic England managed High Streets Heritage Action Zone project, celebrating, preserving, and highlighting the uniqueness of this area.

Toynbee Hall, in partnership with Tower Hamlets Council, and other local art and culture partners will be offering a programme of community-led cultural activities and events. As part of this programme, a community decision-making group made up of local stallholders, businesses, creatives and residents will collectively design, curate and deliver a vibrant cultural programme.

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Upcoming events

Find out what events are coming up as part of the High Streets Heritage Action Zone Cultural Programme.

Celebration: The People’s History of Petticoat Lane
Celebrating the History of Petticoat Lane
Monday
17:30
4th December, 2023
Toynbee Hall, 28 Commercial Street, E1 6LS

Ruby reflects on her experience organising the Khado Food and Fun Festival 

Ruby shares her experience of organising the Khado Food and Fun Festival on 3rd June 2023 as part of the Heritage Action Zone project, celebrating the history and uniqueness of Petticoat Lane.