Hithe + Seek
*** An introduction from Barbican resident Sommelier, Erin Summers I might be a bit biased as I’m the Wine Curator there, but Hithe + Seek has to be one of the most exciting openings in the City of London. Located in the newly opened The Westin London City, Hithe [...]
Interview with a Local
*** Erin Summers interviews Islington neighbour Natasha Anne Kelleher about her poetry, and passion for the Barbican Natasha looking at her poems for the Aldgate In Winter Exhibition 2021 I first met Natasha through Kate Willoughby, who I interviewed for my first Interview with a Local for Barbican Life [...]
INSIGHT Exhibition Previews
*** Janet Wells’ review of the Arts, Gallery and Museum scene *** Dulwich Picture Gallery UNFRAMED: The Woman in the Window 4th May to 4th Sep This exhibition makes one really think: It was surprising - not exactly what I was expecting. Before the invention of the devices that [...]
Green our Barbican
*** Join the Barbican Horticultural Society *** Although the Barbican architects always envisaged that the complex they had created would be full of plants and flowers – “the Hanging Gardens of the Barbican” – it was a good 15 years before residents founded the Barbican Horticultural Society (BHS). We’ve just [...]
A Closer Look
Property commentary is not seeing the permanent decline of residents in Central London that experts have been warning about. Even though many people continue to work remotely, the majority of employers are aiming for a flexible approach with days in and out of the office. Some employers still have [...]
Summer Issue Out Now
*** You should be receiving your Summer issue of Barbican Life through your letter box shortly. If you don't receive a copy then please get in touch with us! Cultivating Growth Thank you to the Barbican Horticultural Society for all of the many wonderful photos they supplied for the [...]
Becket Pageant 2022
Book your tickets on the The Becket Pageant website.An unforgettable day of fun, culture and celebration in the ancient heart of the City - Guildhall Yard - June 17-18 2022. DISCOVER the legacy of London’s former Patron Saint, Thomas Becket, on his historic triple anniversary. RE-LIVE the story of Thomas Becket’s dramatic [...]
Shakespeare in Charterhouse Square
*** Performance of The Tempest by SHAKESPEARE IN THE SQUARES 29th June We are delighted to be embarking upon the fifth year of Shakespeare in the Squares and a new production of The Tempest, Shakespeare’s island romance of magic and music, where forgiveness triumphs over revenge and love brings [...]
St Giles’ Book Fair
From Wednesday (18 May) running for two weeks (possibly longer). Open every day 11am to 4pm, but if you're travelling far best call ahead (020 7638 1997) just in case. Accept card and cash (but exact change only). All money raised is in aid of church funds and the [...]
Tressence
*** A spring poem for you *** By Natasha Anne Kelleher (March 2020) Pink green hued leaves Spring forth from nature's lungs Sunlight dappled through each Fruitful laden twigs and branches wooden tongues Stippling all in warmth of golden glow Wherein upon through the miracle Of photosynthesis their [...]
Barbican By-ways
*** Peter Savage strolls the streets of EC2 *** One enjoyment of being a pedestrian in London is that a leisurely walk gives one time to look around St Luke’s Boundary Mark I expect that you will have noticed the plaque commemorating the Fan Makers on the wall of [...]
Oenophilia
*** Barbican resident Sommelier, Erin Summers, recommends picks from Passione Vino over at 85 Leonard Street. A short walk from the Barbican is a real hidden gem with one of the greatest selections of Italian wines in London. Wine shop and bar Passione Vino has to be one of [...]