Canada Water is fast becoming one of South London’s bubbliest neighbourhoods – and this summer it’s making a bigger splash than ever before with free films, live music, food, art and sport on offer, writes Emily Driver…
Showcasing summer in full bloom is Trumpet Flowers – a giant, interactive light-and-sound installation making its UK debut until 22 September.
The towering trumpet-shaped blooms, created by Australian artists Amigo & Amigo, light up and play melodies when activated by passers-by. Part art, part playground, the design speaks (quite literally) to all age groups.
For film fanatics and sport spectators, the Canada Water Screen is back with a line-up of free outdoor screenings and live sport. Must-see’s include: The Greatest Showman (14 August), School of Rock (21 August) and Cool Runnings (30 August), along with live coverage of the Women’s Rugby World Cup.
Foodies can eat their hearts out at Corner Corner, the new cultural venue from the team behind Printworks, which draws together street food favourites such as Chick N Sours and Masa Tacos with live jazz every Saturday night.
For anyone curious about the future of London-grown produce, the chance to tour London’s largest indoor vertical farm is now possible via bookings on the Corner Corner’s website.
Padel courts are also open daily for those who’d rather get moving. While the nearby Surrey Docks Fitness and Watersports Centre is offering kayaking, rowing and swimming.
A brand new leisure centre – complete with a pool, gym and sports hall – opens on 1 September.
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“Canada Water is coming into its own as one of London’s most exciting neighbourhoods” says Tim Haddon, Head of Canada Water Asset and Investment Management. “If your passion is discovering new art as a family, taking in the sounds of waterside busking on a romantic date night, or getting your mates together for a movie, there’s so much to explore.”
Find out more about what’s on at Canada Water this summer at canadawater.co.uk/summer or on Instagram: @canadawaterlondon.
