New food and entertainment hub announced for Walthamstow shopping destination

17 & Central has announced the addition of CRATE Walthamstow, an “exciting” new hospitality and leisure destination, to the shopping centre this summer.

Bringing together street food operators, local brewers, mini golf, music, light installations, cultural performances and so much more, this new space will open in July.

Taking over the entire first floor of the shopping centre, CRATE Walthamstow will offer a full food experience alongside a diverse live music and entertainment programme, including workshops, classes, talks and events, everything from book clubs and baby yoga, in its large event space.

There will be a private events space for hire called The Cosy Room, perfect for workshops, team building exercises and small gatherings of up to 20 people. The space will also be used for some of CRATE Walthamstow’s smaller, more niche events such as mini movie marathon nights, intimate comedy shows and panel discussions.

And for those that prefer their fun a little more competitive, the nine-hole Waltham Forest-inspired indoor mini golf course is sure to be a “big hit”. There will be an in-house craft beer and cocktail bar run by the High Street Social team and a specialty coffee shop from Central Coffee Collective.

The bar will showcase local and regional breweries and deliver a “competitively priced” house lager and ale. The new venue will also be home to seven independent street food traders, including leading burger brand Nanny Bill’s and the amazing Yorkshire Burrito.

CRATE Walthamstow offers emerging promoters and the local community a platform to bring event ideas to life, whether it be fashion shows, spoken word, panel discussions, dance classes or creative workshops. A mix of permanent and rotating art and light installations will be on display in the community gallery, as will artwork from local colleges.

17 & Central general manager, Gavin Cockayne, commented: “We’re really excited about CRATE Walthamstow coming to 17 & Central; it will bring so many benefits to the local community

“As well as providing a relaxed environment for families to use during the day, with a huge selection of activities and food offerings, it will also support the night-time economy with tailored events for the evenings.

“The space will provide a much-needed destination in the shopping centre where people can socialise, experience the leisure offers and try a variety of cuisines from local independent operators. The opening will also create more jobs in the area and drive visits from local boroughs to support the growth of our brilliant Walthamstow community.”

By Matthew Neville – Senior Correspondent, Bdaily

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