Roman Road Trust

Citizen-led CIC working to improve and support Roman Road for the benefit of residents and businesses. Currently transforming The Common Room in Bow.

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Planning a meeting, talk, workshop, or any other event in the Bow area? Our community space is the ideal spot!

We've got a fresh new look and we want YOU, our amazing local community, to make the most of it.

Drop us an email at [email protected] for more info.

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Have you seen The Common Room's new look yet? We're tucked away on Ford Road and we're looking pretty amazing!

‘Goin’ dahn the Roman’ – these words, printed with pride on The Common Room, celebrate the unique East End accent that fills Roman Road every day.

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Come along to an energy saving workshop at The Common Room from 2 - 4pm this Thursday run by @Bromley_by_Bow!

There's also an exciting opportunity to become an Energy Ambassador!

Let us know if you're coming by messaging us on here or emailing [email protected]

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The Common Room facade was an opportunity to pay homage to the rich heritage of the East End, and there was so much to choose from!

‘Deeds not words’ – the motto of the Suffragettes, who based their East End headquarters at various locations in Bow, was high up on the list!

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Right now, we’re running our Warm Welcome Sessions between 2 - 4pm every Tuesday and Thursday. So pop in for a cuppa and a chat today, and tell us what you would like to see the space being used for.

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‘A small space for big ideas’ sits loud and proud on The Common Room under a pyramid of bright, handmade tiles that reflect the history of the area. This modest space is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Roman Road, but its vision is big!

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Built with local people, for local people. The Common Room aims to bring the community together and function to suit their needs and interests. For local residents to have an active role in shaping and impacting their neighbourhood.

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Are you interested in learning how to reduce your energy costs and keep your home warm? Come along to an energy saving workshop at The Common Room at 2 - 4pm on Thursday 16 May with @Bromley_by_Bow💡

RSVP by messaging us on here or emailing [email protected]

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We're stocking our community hub with activities for everyone to enjoy!

Do you have any games or crafts sitting unused at home? We'd love to give them a second life at The Common Room!

Message us on here or email us at [email protected]. Thank you!

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The Common Room is open today between 2 - 4pm – come and say hello!

The sessions are running every Tuesday and Thursday until the end of May, providing local residents with refreshments, charging points, a warm space, and opportunities to connect with other residents.

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@ChisenhaleGal is hosting the launch of 'Migrate Journeys', a new installation exploring stories of migration in Tower Hamlets.

It will be unveiled alongside a weekend of events between 26-28 April.

Book your free ticket 👇

https://t.co/VOjv9PvsDX

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The Common Room, a new community space on Roman Road, is there to meet the needs and interests of local people.

That's why we want to hear what you would like to see the space being used for!

Comment, message, or drop us an email at [email protected] with your ideas.

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Great piece from @RomanRoadLDN about the Pearly Queen of Islington's visit to Roman Road last week (including The Common Room!).

It's packed with interesting facts about the rich history of the Pearly Kings and Queens 👇

https://t.co/l06utPSsDh

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The Geezers and a very special guest – the Pearly Queen of Islington, Phyllis Broadbent – popped into The Common Room for a cup of tea and a trip down memory lane this week.

But not before tucking into some pie n’ mash on Roman Road.

It doesn't get more East London than that!!

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A brilliant piece from @RomanRoadLDN about The Common Room!

Author Imogen Garfinkel beautifully describes the history and vision of the community space.

https://t.co/XMpxZib4Op

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Our brand new space on Roman Road is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 2 - 4pm until May as a warm space for the Bow community.

There will always be a charging point, a cuppa and a friendly face.

At The Common Room – 5 Ford Road, E3 5NS.

Thank you ❤️

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We are especially keen to welcome those who are looking for a warm place and a friendly face in these tough times. If you know someone who could use a charging point and a cuppa, then please do signpost them to these sessions.

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We’re running a series of Warm Welcome Sessions in our new community space, which will provide a warm place for local residents to connect and recharge their batteries.

The sessions will run every Tuesday and Thursday from 2 - 4pm until the end of May.

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So do pop in today and say hello. There will always be a smile to greet you, and you'll be one of the first people to see our revamped space!

It's The Common Room – 5 Ford Road, E3 5NS. And a huge thank you to Action for Bow for funding this project!

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We held facade design and tile-making workshops last year to hand-press the clay tiles for the facade.
If you look closely at the tiles, you'll spot images reflecting the local area and its rich history.

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In early 2020, we crowdfunded to rebuild The Common Room to ensure it is a lasting asset to the community. Exciting news – it’s ready to open its shutters!!

Thank you to all our amazing supporters and funders who've helped us reach this milestone!

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You might be thinking the colourful tiles are looking particularly fab! Well, that's thanks to ceramicists Simeon Featherstone and Anastasia Sledkova from PC-Projects, artist Veronica Rowlands, pupils from Old Ford Primary and you - the people of Roman Road!