It’s that time of year and for all of us at Shad Thames it’s Pont de la Tour deli for our daily delight - freshly made soup.
What’s your favourite? We shall be testing this week and will report back.
The Scoop will be hosting a series of free theatre events throughout the summer, showcasing new revivals of classic stage productions. Theatre buffs can enjoy live theatre performances in a relaxed atmosphere, with a picnic and a bottle of something refreshing to go with.
This summer’s family offering, Toad Hall, centres on Toad, the famous character from Kenneth Grahame’s popular story who wants to be more famous than he already is. This light-hearted production intends to make full use of its outdoor setting as the Thames becomes the riverbank of the story and nearby City Hall becomes Toad’s precious home. Puppets and music help bring this story to life!!
And if that is not your cup of tea they are also offering Don Juan in Love. A José Zorrilla play about the philandering Don Juan, who is a devil with the ladies and a demon with a blade. With raucous comedy and swash-buckling adventure, The Steam Industry’s production is a fast-paced new version for the city to thoroughly enjoy.
So after visiting Hide All why not pop down and have a look; we certainly will be!
London’s bicycle sharing scheme is now in full swing after being launched on 30th July 2010. After signing up, cyclists can collect a bike at one of the 400 docking stations across the city, then just pay as you ride - what a great idea!
How about using one to visit us in Shad Thames or Greenwich market? Cheap, eco-friendly, and a brilliant way to see the city (and our stores!)
Annie in a Yumi sailor dress (available in pink and green).
Simon Carter best-selling anchor cufflinks.
Tattoo art from Hello Lucky.
Don’t forget a day out by the Thames at the Fairtrade Festival, which runs from the 7th until the 9th May on Potter’s Field.
Visit Maritime Greenwich via the Thames Clipper and see the new toy boats exhibition at the Maritime Museum.
Happy days!
The sun is out and the London Marathon is this Sunday. Starting on Blackheath between 9-9.45am the runners will have covered 6 miles when they arrive at Greenwich Cutty Sark, then will run over Tower Bridge at 12 miles and then pass the Tower of London at 22 miles. Good luck all you runners!
Hide All Greenwich and Tower Bridge look forward to seeing all our marathon runners and their families over the weekend. Discounts in store for all visitors quoting “marathon weekend” (valid on purchases over £25).
Spring is in the air (and in our stores) - come and see us soon!
Some pictures from our Greenwich store.
And our store in Shad Thames.
Here’s Neil, agent for Anne Taintor and Hello Lucky, visiting us.
Can you spot the Hide All employees?
And introducing two new members of the team, Annie (pictured below) and Clarabel. Keep checking the blog to see their latest outfits!
The Hide All store in Shad Thames stands a few meters away from Potters Field, an area which has seen major development in the past decade. The area’s history dates all the way back to 100 AD when the River Thames swamped the land. Still part of marshlands and pasture fields in the 12th century, the area now known as Potters Field Park was owned by the Abbey of Bermondsey and later by St. Olaves school (thanks to Henry VII’s Dissolution of the Monasteries).
After many more years of architectural development, the area is unrecognisable from its former life as a swamp and is instead now home to the London Mayor’s office, City Hall. Opened in 2002, the building was designed by Norman Foster and has been nicknamed ‘The Onion’ due to its unique sphere-like shape.
Despite darkening days and dull weather, there’s always sunshine here in Shad Thames with Igloo’s vibrant flower displays.
Selling lillies, gerbera and other favourites alongside rainbow-inked roses, bright sunflowers and seasonal pumpkins, the florist offers a splash of colour to our street.
John the florist, working his magic outside Igloo.
Just some of the beautiful flowers blooming against the unique buildings of Shad Thames.