Events for everyone
We run events throughout the year. From Low Tide Walks and creative workshops to open days and family learning activities.
Scroll or search by date to see what's on. Book in advance to secure your place.
Terms and Conditions - Cancellations within 2 weeks of the event are not eligible for a refund or rescheduling. All cancellation requests must be made in writing to info@creeksidecentre.org.uk
Deptford Creek Fish Survey
Sunday, 19th May 10.00 - 13.00
Want to learn more about the aquatic life that calls Deptford Creek home? Then join us on our fish survey!
Creekside Low Tide Walk
Wednesday 22nd May, 18:00 - 20:00
A Low Tide Walk in Deptford Creek is a truly unique experience. With the help of our guides you will get down onto the river bed, explore the ecology and wade into the natural and social histories of this amazing urban space.
Deptford Creek Bird Survey
Wednesday, 29th May, 10:30 - 12:30
Join us as we survey the birdlife of the Creek. We will meet at Creekside Discovery Centre and then start surveying at the southern end of the Creek from land and make our way north to where the Creek meets the Thames.
Sue Godfrey Nature Park 40th Anniversary Fete
Saturday, 1st June, 11:00 - 15:00
Celebrate 40 years since the creation of Sue Godfrey Nature Park - a site for the local community to enjoy the natural world and for nature to have some space.
Slimewatch 2
Saturday 8th June, 10:00 - 13:00
Come and join us as we explore the world of Deptford Creek algae!
During the morning we will be exploring the Creek at the edge of our site to take samples of the mud surface and then studying them under high powered microscopes.
Creekside Low Tide Walk
Sunday 9th June, 10:30 - 12:30
A Low Tide Walk in Deptford Creek is a truly unique experience. With the help of our guides you will get down onto the river bed, explore the ecology and wade into the natural and social histories of this amazing urban space.
Slimewatch Algae Investigation Family Event
Thursday 20th June 6.00-8.00pm, for families with children aged 8+
Slimewatch algae investigation! Join algae enthusiast and artist Susi to explore the microscopic world of algae!
Deptford Creek Bird Survey
Sunday, 23rd June, 10:00 - 12:00
Join us as we survey the birdlife of the Creek. We will meet at Creekside Discovery Centre and then start surveying at the southern end of the Creek from land and make our way north to where the Creek meets the Thames.
Deptford Creek Fish Survey
June 23rd, 13:30 - 16:30
Want to learn more about the aquatic life that calls Deptford Creek home? Then join us on our fish survey!
This session will be using sampling methods and techniques shown to us by Tanya Ferry, who has worked on the Tidal Thames for the EA fisheries team and also runs a small not for profit surveying the Medway for juvenile fish.
Creekside Low Tide Walk
Wednesday 3rd July, 18:00 - 20:00
A Low Tide Walk in Deptford Creek is a truly unique experience. With the help of our guides you will get down onto the river bed, explore the ecology and wade into the natural and social histories of this amazing urban space.
Creekside Low Tide Walk
Saturday, 13th July, 11:30 - 13:30
A Low Tide Walk in Deptford Creek is a truly unique experience. With the help of our guides, you will get down onto the river bed, explore the ecology and wade into the natural and social histories of this amazing urban space.
Creekside Low Tide Walk
Friday 2nd August, 18:00 - 20:00
A Low Tide Walk in Deptford Creek is a truly unique experience. With the help of our guides you will get down onto the river bed, explore the ecology and wade into the natural and social histories of this amazing urban space.
Creekside Low Tide Walk
Sunday 25th August, 10:30 - 12:30
A Low Tide Walk in Deptford Creek is a truly unique experience. With the help of our guides you will get down onto the river bed, explore the ecology and wade into the natural and social histories of this amazing urban space.
Creekside Low Tide Walk
Tuesday 17th September, 18:00 - 20:00
A Low Tide Walk in Deptford Creek is a truly unique experience. With the help of our guides you will get down onto the river bed, explore the ecology and wade into the natural and social histories of this amazing urban space.
Creekside Low Tide Walk
Sunday 22nd September, 10:30 - 12:30
A Low Tide Walk in Deptford Creek is a truly unique experience. With the help of our guides you will get down onto the river bed, explore the ecology and wade into the natural and social histories of this amazing urban space.
VOUCHER for Creekside Low Tide Walk
Treat family and friends to a Low Tide Walk
Low Tide Walks are guided wades in Deptford Creek. Your friends and family will get to experience a different perspective of London's history and urban wildlife. Waders provided. We guarantee some good, clean, muddy fun!
Creekside Books
Creekside Publications
We have published two books about regeneration for Deptford Creek. Both are available to buy. You can buy them here or in person at Creekside Discovery Centre.