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
Wild Wednesdays - Bug Hunting
Family activity - Wednesday 5th August | 10.30 - 12.30
Our summer series for families and young people! Every week we will be exploring a different element of the Creekside environment - this week we will investigate the bugs and minibeast that live around our site and on Sue Godfrey Nature Park.
Sayes Court Estate: Bird Survey
Saturday 8th August | 20:00 - 21:15
🎟️ Free – booking required
In partnership with the National Trust, join us for a guided bird survey around Sayes Court Park and help discover the birdlife living in and around this developing urban green space.
Deptford Creek Bird Survey
Sunday 9th August | 10:30 - 12:30
🎟️ Free – booking required
Join us for a guided bird survey along Deptford Creek and help record the birdlife that calls this unique urban waterway home.
Deptford Creek Fish Survey
Tuesday 11th August | 14:00 - 16:00
🎟️ Free – booking required
Want to learn more about the aquatic life that calls Deptford Creek home? Join us on our fish survey.
Wild Wednesdays - A Victorian Summer Adventure!
Family activity - Wednesday 12th August | 10.30 - 12.30
Our summer series for families and young people! Every week we will be exploring a different element of the Creekside environment - this week we will investigate the history of the Deptford Ragged School and learn about how children explored nature in the past!
Art Exhibition Open Evening with Paul Prestidge
Thursday 13th August | 17:00 - 19:00
🎟️ Free - booking required
Join us for a special open evening celebrating the work of artist and long-standing Creekside supporter Paul Prestidge.
Sayes Court Estate: Flora Walk
Saturday 15th August | 10:30 - 11:45
🎟️ Free – booking required
Join us for a guided flora walk around Sayes Court Park and discover the surprising diversity of wild plants growing in this evolving urban landscape.
Creekside Low Tide Walk
Sunday 16th August | 11:00 - 13:00
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 fantastic urban space.
Sayes Court Estate: Flora Walk
Tuesday 18th August | 18:30 - 19:45
🎟️ Free – booking required
Join us for a guided flora walk around Sayes Court Park and discover the surprising diversity of wild plants growing in this evolving urban landscape.
Wild Wednesdays - River Dipping (5+)
Family activity - Wednesday 19th August | 10.30 - 12.30
Our summer series for families and young people! Every week we will be exploring a different element of the Creekside environment - this week we will put our waders on and dip our toes in Deptford Creek to see what lives there!
Wild Wednesdays - Pond Dipping
Family activity - Wednesday 26th August | 10.30 - 12.30
Our summer series for families and young people! Every week we will be exploring a different element of the Creekside environment - this week we will investigate the pond and the wildlife that lives there.
Creekside Low Tide Walk
Wednesday 26th 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 fantastic urban space.
Creekside Low Tide Walk
Sunday 6th September | 14:00 - 16:00
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 fantastic urban space.
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.
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!
