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Designed for professionals, you’ll learn strategies to confidently network, communicate your value, and pitch ideas with clarity and impact. Through practical exercises and real-world insights, you'll leave equipped to grow your network, captivate your audience, and achieve your goals. Perfect for anyone ready to elevate their personal or professional skill set. 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Discover the Black history of Bankside in this walk that covers over 500 years and includes: Shakespeare, black sailors, international trade, pirates, food , religion, Pan Africanism, Marcus Garvey, Roman ruins and Windrush. The tour is led by Black History Walks, who run guided Walking Tours of London to include its African history which goes back 3,500 years.
 
You are welcome to join this event if you live or work in Bankside. The whole tour will be held outdoors. To find the start of the tour you can use What Three Words - https://what3words.com/lunch.tribal.cafe 
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Discover the Black history of Bankside in this walk that covers over 500 years and includes: Shakespeare, black sailors, international trade, pirates, food , religion, Pan Africanism, Marcus Garvey, Roman ruins and Windrush. The tour is led by Black History Walks, who run guided Walking Tours of London to include its African history which goes back 3,500 years.
 
You are welcome to join this event if you live or work in Bankside. The whole tour will be held outdoors. To find the start of the tour you can use What Three Words - https://what3words.com/lunch.tribal.cafe 
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Join Katie Wignall, Blue Badge Tourist Guide and Founder of Look Up London on a walk revealing the exciting, inspiring and courageous women of Bankside.

The walk will explore the stories of woman who lived and worked in Bankside, from social pioneers like Octavia Hill, to famous writers like Mary Wollstonecraft and Mary Shelley as well as shedding light on lesser known women like unsung heroines Alice Ayres and Janet Johnson.

Wander the backstreets and beautiful hidden gardens of Bankside as you discover the street names, plaques and hidden details that reveal these incredible women.

  [post_title] => 9 June - Inspirational Women of Bankside tour with Look Up London [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => inspirational-women-of-bankside-tour-with-look-up-london [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2026-04-09 16:36:59 [post_modified_gmt] => 2026-04-09 15:36:59 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://betterbankside.co.uk/?post_type=event&p=7049 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => event [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [5] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 7047 [post_author] => 33 [post_date] => 2026-04-09 16:12:38 [post_date_gmt] => 2026-04-09 15:12:38 [post_content] => Does the thought of giving a presentation to a room of colleagues fill you with dread? Do you find presenting in person or online in Teams or Zoom difficult? If you have ever needed to win a pitch, share your work in a clear and interesting way or even convince others of your point of view, then this workshop is for you. It is suitable for all levels of ability and for people who want to become confident, articulate and engaging speakers. You will learn the fundamentals of good communication, including voice control, body language and powerful connection. This interactive session will cover speaking in person and how to adapt to presenting online. You will learn how to create great content and to get your message across and will finish the session a stronger, more effective speaker. Speakers Trust is a charity dedicated to training people to become more effective communicators and provides opportunities for them to share their perspectives in public. The organisation helps people become better communicators, with a greater awareness of the importance of speaking out. This improves education and employment prospects as well as the desire to use the power of their voice to bring positive change. Once participants see that they can overcome their fear of public speaking and use their voice to effect change, they are empowered to achieve across a range of areas, with benefits spreading to the home, workplace and community. “I attended the public speaking session and I just wanted to let you know how fantastic it was. Jenny was an incredible trainer and it has been the best training session I have ever attended. I really believe that her training will have an impact on my public speaking skills.” Spaces are limited, if you are no longer able to attend please cancel your place in advance to allow someone from the waiting list to take your place. You are welcome to join this event if you live or work in Bankside. Our professional development events have limited spaces, so priority is given to our business members. If you are unsure, please get in touch with us to confirm. [post_title] => 6 May - Public Speaking Training [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => public-speaking-training [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2026-04-14 16:26:59 [post_modified_gmt] => 2026-04-14 15:26:59 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://betterbankside.co.uk/?post_type=event&p=7047 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => event [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [6] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 7042 [post_author] => 33 [post_date] => 2026-04-08 12:01:15 [post_date_gmt] => 2026-04-08 11:01:15 [post_content] =>

Spring is the perfect excuse to step outside and explore. Join our Spring Wellbeing Walk through the Bankside neighbourhood and discover hidden corners, green spaces, and historical stories designed to lift your mood.

There is strong evidence supporting the mental and physical benefits of walking making this the perfect opportunity to connect with your surroundings, spend time with colleagues, and make new friends in this fascinating and multi-layered area.

On the walk, you'll explore a beautiful haven for wildlife and people. You'll also visit a former school that once served Bankside's most disadvantaged children, before following the Low-Line beneath the railway arches to admire diverse architectural styles and the independent businesses revitalising this former industrial quarter.

Most importantly, this is your chance to take a much needed screen break, stretch your legs, and embrace the unique wonders of Bankside as the neighbourhood comes alive in spring.

[post_title] => 21 May - Spring Wellbeing walk with Mrs Londoner [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => spring-wellbeing-walk-with-mrs-londoner [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2026-04-08 12:01:15 [post_modified_gmt] => 2026-04-08 11:01:15 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://betterbankside.co.uk/?post_type=event&p=7042 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => event [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [7] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 6867 [post_author] => 33 [post_date] => 2026-01-13 12:01:13 [post_date_gmt] => 2026-01-13 12:01:13 [post_content] => Get Ready for Better Bankside’s Pancake Day Race 2026! The excitement is flipping back! Better Bankside’s Pancake Day Race 2026 is here, and it’s time to bring your colleagues together for some fun, fitness, and FREE pancakes! Join us at Marlborough Sports Garden to cheer on your favourite team, show off your flipping skills, and indulge in delicious pancakes straight from our dedicated pancake van. This is the perfect way to celebrate Pancake Day while bonding with your workplace team and enjoying some friendly competition. Bonne Maman are joining us this year, bringing their delicious range of spreads to make the day even sweeter.

Race Winners Prizes:

Don't miss out on the fun and sign up your team today! Everyone who signs up for the race or comes along to cheer their team on can enjoy free pancakes from our dedicated pancake van! (Subject to availability). Sign up your workplace team today by filling out this form here. Teams should consist of four people. If you have more than four, you can submit up to two teams per business just choose different fun names for each. Participation costs £25 per team, with all proceeds going to Blackfriars Settlement is a local charity that works with people within SE1 and the wider community to create opportunities to make life better, including its Positive Ageing and Mental Health & Wellbeing services. If you're not competing, still come along, cheer on the teams, and enjoy some tasty pancakes. We are also grateful to BOST for the use of their community sports ground for this event. [post_title] => 17 February- Pancake Day Race [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => 17-feb-pancake-day-race [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2026-02-17 09:43:02 [post_modified_gmt] => 2026-02-17 09:43:02 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://betterbankside.co.uk/?post_type=event&p=6867 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => event [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [8] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 6820 [post_author] => 14 [post_date] => 2025-12-11 10:54:32 [post_date_gmt] => 2025-12-11 10:54:32 [post_content] =>

The Goodlife Centre invites you to take a break from the digital world and get hands on with tools and materials in their wonderful workshop.

In this session, you’ll have fun working with wood using modern and traditional hand tools. Hammer nails, saw wood, drill something… and express stress by energy transfer in the doing. Think of these sessions as sensory play for grown-ups, for a small window in your day you can enjoy some light touch destruction/construction, alongside tea and biscuits. You’ll also have the chance to see some of The Goodlife Centre courses in action.

Based in a 1950s factory building in Bankside, The Goodlife Centre offers a range of courses in often forgotten practical skills and crafts from woodworking to tiling, upholstery and drilling. Frustrated desk bound creatives often leave with a sense of wonder, able to hold something they have made.

This event is part of Better You, our wellbeing programme designed to help you kickstart the new year with energy and positivity. January is an ideal time to explore new activities and sharpen your skills, and Better You is here to support you every step of the way. Our range of free activities offers something for everyone, and we’d love for you to join us for other events too! Our events often fill up quickly, and with nearly 1,000 members, we want everyone to have the chance to join. To make this fair, please book a maximum of three in-person events during Better You.
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The Goodlife Centre invites you to take a break from the digital world and get hands on with tools and materials in their wonderful workshop.
In this session, you’ll have fun working with wood using modern and traditional hand tools. Hammer nails, saw wood, drill something… and express stress by energy transfer in the doing. Think of these sessions as sensory play for grown-ups, for a small window in your day you can enjoy some light touch destruction/construction, alongside tea and biscuits. You’ll also have the chance to see some of The Goodlife Centre courses in action. Based in a 1950s factory building in Bankside, The Goodlife Centre offers a range of courses in often forgotten practical skills and crafts from woodworking to tiling, upholstery and drilling. Frustrated desk bound creatives often leave with a sense of wonder, able to hold something they have made. This event is part of Better You, our wellbeing programme designed to help you kickstart the new year with energy and positivity. January is an ideal time to explore new activities and sharpen your skills, and Better You is here to support you every step of the way. Our range of free activities offers something for everyone, and we’d love for you to join us for other events too! Our events often fill up quickly, and with nearly 1,000 members, we want everyone to have the chance to join. To make this fair, please book a maximum of three in-person events during Better You.
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This network will provide a safe and welcoming space to share lived experiences, celebrate identity, and support racial inclusion and representation within Bankside.  Come along to this informal breakfast event to learn more and find out how you can get involved and help shape the development of the new Bankside Race Network. It's also an opportunity to connect with others who work in Bankside, come together in a safe space, and share ideas on building a more inclusive Bankside. The event is being held at The Africa Centre, a home from home that showcases contemporary African culture and fosters a sense of pride in African heritage. The Bankside Race Network is one of a series of place-based networks supported by Better Bankside, creating safe spaces for like-minded Banksiders to come together, share experiences, support one another, and foster new connections. 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This September, Better Bankside invites you to Bankside by Design – our summer party celebrating the people and projects shaping our neighbourhood, including highlights from the London Design Festival 2025. Join us at the recently reopened Jerwood Space for an evening open to all Better Bankside members. You’ll hear more about our plans, discover exciting new initiatives, and experience the creative energy of design in action. Expect live music, great food and drink, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow members. From guided tours of Jerwood Space’s striking redesign with the lead architect, to hands-on lino printing and an exclusive AR art installation, the evening is full of interactive ways to explore Bankside through the lens of design, with a few surprises along the way. Celebrate London Design Festival with us – meet other members, share ideas, and be part of what’s next for Bankside. This event is for Better Bankside member businesses. 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Designed for professionals, you’ll learn strategies to confidently network, communicate your value, and pitch ideas with clarity and impact. Through practical exercises and real-world insights, you'll leave equipped to grow your network, captivate your audience, and achieve your goals. Perfect for anyone ready to elevate their personal or professional skill set. 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