Decolonise Fest 2025 took place on Saturday 6th – Sunday 7th September at Signature Brew Blackhorse Road in Walthamstow, London.
Photos from the weekend are here.
Below is the archived information for that weekend.
Lineup & Workshops
Saturday 6th September
Bands:
DJ Sets:
B.O.S.S – B.O.S.S DJs culturalwerker and 1000raks in a special 2-hour b2b set which is sure to set the POC party off long into the night.
Workshops:
Screening: Decolonise Choir film
Silent Solidarity Walk: Fuck the Lecture on Water, My People Are Dying. 2pm – 4pm @ Walthamstow Wetlands Lockwood Way entrance. You need a fest ticket and Eventbrite ticket for this event. Tickets for the walk are limited to 12. More info
Safer Spaces in Music. 4pm – 5pm @ Main hall, Signature Brew Blackhorse Road. More info
Flag defacement with Al Hurufiya Letterist and Asemic techniques. 5pm – 6pm @ Outdoor bar, Signature Brew Blackhorse Road. More info
Sunday 7th September
Bands:
Workshops:
Tickets
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Weekend Pass
(All bands & workshops, all days)
| Low waged | £39.00 |
| Standard | £47.00 |
| Solidarity | £55.00 |
Saturday 6th September
| Low waged | £20.00 |
| Standard | £25.00 |
| Solidarity | £31.00 |
Sunday 7th September
| Low waged | £20.00 |
| Standard | £25.00 |
| Solidarity | £31.00 |
Ticket pricing explained
Low waged:
This ticket is for individuals who struggle to make ends meet, who are unemployed or under employed and struggle to afford basic needs
Standard:
This ticket is for individuals who are employed, can afford their basic needs, and have access to savings but do not have a lot of money left over at the end of the month
Solidarity:
This ticket is for individuals who are employed, can afford basic needs, have expendable income, access to savings and still have enough money left at the end of the month.
Schedule
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Saturday 6th September
Doors: 2pm. Timings subject to change
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 2 – 4pm | Silent Solidarity Walk – You need a fest ticket and Eventbrite ticket for this event. Tickets for the walk are limited to 12. More info | Walthamstow Wetlands, Lockwood Way entrance |
| 4 – 5pm | Safer Spaces in Music Panel More info | Main space |
| 5 – 6pm | Flag Defacement workshop More info | Outdoor space |
| 5.50 – 5.55pm | Screening: Decolonise Choir Film | Main space |
| 6 – 6.30pm | The Genes | Main space |
| 7 – 7.30pm | Bona Rays | Main space |
| 8 – 8.30pm | steel. | Main space |
| 9 – 9.30pm | Native James | Main space |
| 10 – 10.45pm | Hyphen | Main space |
| DJ set | ||
| 10.45pm-close | DJ SET: B.O.S.S | Main space |
Sunday 7th September
Doors: 3pm. Timings subject to change
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 3.15 – 4.30pm | Drum Circle More info | Main space |
| 4.30 – 5.30pm | Pom Pom Party More info | Outdoor space |
| 6 – 6.30pm | Midwich Cuckoos | Main space |
| 7 – 7.30pm | Dogviolet | Main space |
| 8 – 8.30pm | Ashainë White | Main space |
| 9 – 9.30pm | THE NONE | Main space |
| 10 – 10.45pm | Master Peace | Main space |
Location
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Address: Signature Brew Blackhorse Road, Unit 15, Blackhorse Ln, London E17 5QJ
Website: Signature Brew Blackhorse Road
Phone: 020 7684 4664
Email: events@signaturebrew.co.uk
Transport
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Tube and rail
The nearest station is Blackhorse Road, on the Victoria line and London
Overground
Bus
- 158, stop at Priestley Way
- W11 stop at Blackhorse Road Station
- 123, 230, N73 stop at Blackhorse Road Stn/Blackhorse Lane
Car
There is no public parking available
Bike
There are no private bike racks but you are welcome to lock up your bikes nearby with plenty of available space to do so.
Food
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Signature Brew serves food in the brewery kitchen courtesy of 7Bone. They are “serving up the best burgers, wings, fries and treats you can imagine.”
Kitchen Opening Times: Saturday – Sunday 12 – 9.30pm
Food menu here.
Accessibility
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Accessibility info is also available in pdf format on Signature Brew Blackhorse Road’s website:
Signature Brew Blackhorse Road contacts:
Phone:0207 684 466 (Lauren Bevan)
Email: access@signaturebrew.co.uk.
Access and setup info
The Venue
There is one main entrance which comes directly into the yard. To the left is our brand new Yard Pub and in front is the main building, there are two large rolling shutters and a door which leads to the brewery.
The first shutter on the left leads to the toilets, the second shutter in the middle leads to the Brew Hall where we can have seating, a band or DJ set up or is sometimes closed. To the right is the door to the Brewers Bar.
Brew Hall
In the middle of the main building is our Brew Hall where we hold events. The space can be empty for standing or filled with bench seating. It is surrounded by our brewing equipment and a large Signature Brew sign suspended from the ceiling. This space is step free.
Brewers Bar
The Brewers Bar is only open for events and busier days. There is a small step up to access the bar from the outside entrance and step free access via the roller shutters.
The Yard Pub
The bar is located on the ground floor and is open every day. The entrance requires a step up (height approximately 23cm) but we do have a portable ramp to assist step free access, please ask a member of staff for assistance.
Access needs are being taken into consideration as we work to improve the space. We have menus in large print and can accommodate table service.
Toilets
There is one accessible toilet (which disabled customers have priority use of), 3 cubicles for women and a mens room with 2 cubicles and urinals. All are on the ground floor and step free.
We are a LGBTQ+ inclusive venue, our visitors are free to use whichever toilet they choose.
Events
All of our sites host events and we are consistently working to ensure that they remain accessible to everyone. Some events may use strobe lighting and haze.
Unfortunately, we don’t currently offer audio assistance. Some venues have platformed seating which you can reserve by contacting us at 0207 684 4664 or access@signaturebrew.co.uk.
If you require a personal assistant ticket, more information or have any questions about a specific event, please do not hesitate to contact Lauren Bevan at 0207 684 4664.
Customers with Medical Requirements
We welcome all visitors who need to bring medicines, food or drink to manage a medical condition. In case of an emergency, contact a member of staff or security who will be able to help.
Assistance Dogs
We welcome all dogs including assistance dogs.
Covid information
We’re taking several precautions for COVID-19 safety:
- Please test for COVID-19 before attending if possible.
- Ticket sales are limited to 75% of the venue’s capacity.
- Masks will be available, and hand sanitiser will be at the ticket and merch desk.
- The venue has outdoor hangout space.