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From the vibrancy of Camden Town to the relaxed village atmosphere of Hampstead and the cultural heart of London that is Bloomsbury, it’s all happening in Camden. This is the official fan page of the Love Team at the London Borough of Camden.

03/09/2026

🧵 Loved My Escape? Discover more incredible work from our Camden Artist Network!

Threads of Places brings together five Camden-based artists at Swiss Cottage Gallery, exploring what connects us, not despite our differences, but because of them. ❤️

Through photography, painting, textiles, film and installation, Threads of Places celebrates the many stories that shape Camden’s community.

Artwork was selected from an Open-Call for proposals from the Camden Artist's Network.

📍 Swiss Cottage Gallery
📅 Until 17th September (Mon-Sat, 11am-5pm)

🌿 Plus, join a free Cyanotype Storytelling workshop on Tuesday 15 September at Swiss Cottage Gallery - search on eventbrite.

30/08/2026

Today marks 60 years of Carnival—a vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture, creativity, music and community.

Did you know that one of the key figures behind Carnival's origins was Claudia Jones? The journalist, activist and community leader, Claudia Jones organised London's first indoor Caribbean Carnival in 1959. Created as a celebration of Caribbean culture and resilience, it laid the foundations for what would later become the world-famous Notting Hill Carnival.

If you'd like to learn more about Claudia Jones and her incredible legacy, visit Camden People's Museum, where you can discover more about her life, work and lasting impact on London's cultural history: https://www.camdenpeoplesmuseum.org/exhibits/claudia-jones

As we celebrate 60 years of Carnival, let's honour those who cambe before us and helped create spaces for communities to come together through culture, joy and creativity. ❤️💛💚

30/08/2026

What an incredibly talented bunch. ❤️

Today is your last chance to catch My Escape, our free outdoor exhibition from the Camden Artist Network, transforming the art benches across King’s Cross.

This has been a really special one for us. We’ve been blown away by the creativity and outstanding talent of all 35 artists who took part - and these joyous selfies say it all. It’s been such a privilege to see their work out in the open and celebrate the people who make Camden’s creative community so special.

A huge thank you to every artist who shared their work, their stories and their creativity with us. We’re so proud of you all.

If you haven’t seen it yet, today’s the day! 👀

📍 Granary Square & King’s Boulevard, King’s Cross
📅 Last day: 30 August
🎟️ Free

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29/08/2026

TODAY’S THE DAY 🪩

Last year, you absolutely brought it – and the videos, comments and love you shared afterwards said it all.

So if you were there last year, you already know. And if you missed it… this is your chance.

Come down to Inverness Street from midday for a day of music, dancing and good times with the Camden community.

☀️ Although it may look like the rain may be making an appearance, a little rain won't stop us from enjoying what will be a good time! Bring a waterproof jacket or umbrella just in case.

📍 Inverness Street
⏰ 12–7pm (Sat 29th Aug)
🎟️ Free entry – no tickets needed

Come and make some memories with us.

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28/08/2026

TOMORROW 🧡

Tomorrow, we’re dancing on the eve of Carnival – and celebrating a special part of Camden’s history.

In 1959, pioneering human rights campaigner, political activist and journalist Claudia Jones organised the first Caribbean Carnival in London at what was then St Pancras Town Hall, now Camden Town Hall.

That Carnival helped pave the way for the Notting Hill Carnival we know and love today – a legacy of music, culture and community activism that continues to this day.

And that spirit is at the heart of the Inverness Street Bloc Party Disco House theme.

Disco was about more than music. It was about freedom, fashion and finding community – all things that have helped shape Camden’s club culture.

Don't miss this joyful family-friendly celebration of music and community in the heart of Camden Town

📍 Inverness Street
📅 Saturday 29 August⏰ 12–7pm
🎟️ Free entry – no tickets needed

28/08/2026

🎨 MY ESCAPE: MEET THE ARTISTS – Clare Barstow

What does escape mean to you?

Sometimes, you don’t need to go far to get away. You just need a patch of grass, a bit of sunshine and time to daydream. 🌿

For Kilburn-based artist Clare Barstow, Camden’s parks are the perfect place to escape the pressures of everyday life – and to let her imagination wander.

Her My Escape artwork, Daydream, is inspired by those moments spent lying in the grass at Kilburn Grange Park.

We love seeing our Neighbourhood of Culture, Kilburn, being represented in this way – bringing a less well-known piece of the borough to a public space for everyone to enjoy.

🌿 LAST CHANCE TO SEE MY ESCAPE! If you haven’t made it yet, this is your weekend to take a wander around King’s Cross, discover Clare’s artwork and explore all 35 Camden artists featured in the exhibition.

📍 Granary Square & King’s Boulevard, King’s Cross
📅 On display until 30 August
🎨 Free to explore

27/08/2026

2 DAYS TO GO: DISCO HOUSE IS COMING TO INVERNESS STREET 🪩🧡

Just 2 days to go until Inverness Street becomes an open-air dancefloor, with a brilliant line-up bringing the classics to the street:

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And while you’re soaking up the atmosphere, make sure you check out some of the brilliant local businesses that make Inverness Street what it is – and .

Bring the family, bring your mates and come ready for some proper Camden disco house vibes.

📍 Inverness Street
📅 Saturday 29 August ⏰ 12–7pm
🎟️ Free entry – no tickets needed

See you on the dancefloor? 🕺

26/08/2026

🚨 3 DAYS TO GO: MEET BRANDON BLOCK 🚨

Three days to go until Inverness Street Bloc Party: DISCO HOUSE - and it’s time to meet the man headlining the party… Brandon Block aka Blocko. 🪩

A true legend of the UK house music scene, Brandon has been behind the decks since the 1980s, going from pub sets to iconic clubs across the UK and the legendary Space Ibiza terrace alongside Alex P.

With chart success as Blockster, countless international sets and decades spent at the heart of house music, Brandon knows exactly how to get a crowd moving.

And now he’s bringing all of that experience, energy and personality to Camden for one big community celebration.

🚨 3 DAYS TO GO 🚨

📍 Inverness Street
📅 Saturday 29 August ⏰ 12–7pm
🎟️ FREE | Family-friendly | No booking required

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26/08/2026

🎨 MY ESCAPE: MEET THE ARTISTS – Katy Horwood

What does escape mean to you?

For textile artist Katy Horwood (), it can be found walking along Regent’s Canal through King’s Cross. Katy sees the fascinating contrast between the area’s industrial past and its greener, softer present – from the historic Gasworks to the foliage lining the towpath. 🌿

Her My Escape artwork captures this changing landscape through watercolour, embroidery and appliqué. For Katy, the slow, meditative process of stitching is an escape in itself, while the canal offers a quiet haven in the middle of the city.

Katy is a Camden-based textile artist who returned to her love of embroidery during lockdown, creating work inspired by nature, place and the environment. She also runs creative workshops, sharing the joy of textiles with others.

Her work is one of 35 artworks created by members of the Camden Artist Network for My Escape, now taking over the art benches at King’s Cross.

🌿 Next time you’re in King’s Cross, take a wander along the canal and see the area through Katy’s eyes – you might spot a few familiar details.

📍 Granary Square & King’s Boulevard, King’s Cross
📅 On display until 30 August
🎨 Free to explore

25/08/2026

Have you spotted us out and about in Camden Town?💃 🕺

In case you missed the memo: The Inverness Street Bloc Party is back this Saturday!

Last year, the Bloc Party went viral, with people around the world celebrating the music, the atmosphere and, most importantly, the community we have here in Camden.

Don't miss it this year as we party to DISCO HOUSE with an amazing line-up: . . .vee. . . . . Hosted by .

Plus all the fantastic bars, restaurants and shops of Inverness Street will be open for you to enjoy with an amazing musical soundtrack:

📍 Inverness Street, NW1
📅 Saturday 29 August | 12–7pm

FREE. FAMILY-FRIENDLY. NO BOOKING NEEDED.

Share this. Send it to your mates. Get the group chat going.

We want to see Camden come together again. 🪩

25/08/2026

🚨 4 DAYS TO GO: RICKY MORRISON 🚨

Four days to go until the Inverness Street Bloc Party! Now meet Camden fave Ricky Morrison ❤️ legendary DJ, producer, founder of Catch A Groove Records and a huge part of the UK house music story.

Ricky lived in Camden in the late 1980s, when the area was at the heart of a rapidly evolving club culture. He was a regular DJ across some of Camden’s most iconic venues (Dingwalls, the Jazz Cafe, KOKO, The Cross and the Electric Ballroom) and became resident at High On Hope at Dingwalls alongside Norman Jay MBE.

From those Camden dancefloors, Ricky went on to play clubs and festivals around the world, perform alongside house music legends and create music as part of M&S Productions, including the huge ‘Salsoul Nugget’.

But before the international stages, there was Camden. And that’s what we’re bringing back to Inverness Street.

A celebration of the music, the people and the community that have always made Camden’s music culture what it is. This party is for you!

🚨 4 DAYS TO GO 🚨

📍 Inverness Street
📅 Saturday 29 August⏰ 12–7pm
🎟️ FREE | Family-friendly | No booking required

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