Poetry for Palestine
An evening of poetry, community, and solidarity in support of Reem’s family. Join Poetry for Palestine this Sunday, 7–10pm, for performances, a fundraising book sale, and collective action.
An evening of poetry, community, and solidarity in support of Reem’s family. Join Poetry for Palestine this Sunday, 7–10pm, for performances, a fundraising book sale, and collective action.
Celebrate the August Bank Holiday at SET Social’s Community Day and Market in Peckham. Discover a lively selection of stalls offering handmade goods, vintage treasures, and delicious food. Take part in workshops, join live activities, and relax in our open café and bar, all within a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
Queer Book Club meets every third Wednesday of each month at SET Social and is open to all. The sessions will discuss the book of the month, as well as provide space to review the book from the previous session. Follow the club’s instagram account for more information and to find out what books they’re […]
On Friday 30 August, join us for a community breakfast at SET Social hosted by Global Majority Cop Watch. This free, all-ages event welcomes adults, teens, toddlers and everyone in between, with food, conversation, and kids’ activities, all rooted in care and abolitionist values.
On Sunday 31 August, SET Ealing will host a closing party from 2–7pm, inviting the community to celebrate three years of creativity, collaboration, and connection before the space closes its doors.
Join Paper Cuts Book Club every 1st Monday of the Month!
Join artist Francisco Zhan in this 8-week Hand Building course at SET Ceramics. There are 6 spaces available for this course, this is to ensure there is sufficient space to work in the studio and that students get the out the most from both the course and the tutor. Course Overview: This course is an […]
Join ceramicist Lewis Hayes in this 8-week ‘Introduction to Wheel Throwing’ course at SET Ceramics. There are 4 spaces available for this course, this is to ensure there is sufficient space to work in the studio and that students get the out the most from both the course and the tutor. Course Overview:Lesson 1: Introduce […]
Join ceramicist Lauren McNicoll for this new Hand Building 8-Week Course: Exploring making techniques from the conventional to the novel at SET Ceramics. There are 6 spaces available for this course, this is to ensure there is sufficient space to work in the studio and that students get the out the most from both the […]
Every 2nd Wednesday of the Month at SET Social join the Shakespeare Reading Group Read ‘Em & Weep. 19.00 – 20.00. Everybody welcome.
Part of SET’s Associate Members’ Programme, Searching for Noon at 2pm is a joint exhibition by Saul Smith and Takumi Miller at SET Lewisham. Featuring installation and film, the show reflects on Gipsy Hill and its links to the City of London. Free, open 11–20 September 2025 (by appointment after 11 September).
Attend a special solidarity event at SET Social on 11 September featuring Occupied Skies and Freedom to Run. Join a post-film Q&A and panel discussion. All donations support urgent medical aid for Gaza through Medical Aid for Palestinians and The Samir Foundation. Pay-what-you-can entry.
Come to hear work from some of the brightest literary minds in London. Literary People is your new favourite night of words. Think poetry, fiction, theatre, and more, hosted by Arcadia Molinas. Tickets £5.
Explore Mono Printing and Surface Design with Communal Clay on 13 September, 2–4pm at SET Social Peckham. Create unique ceramic pieces with slips, patterns, and textures. All materials included, with optional firing and glazing. Open to all ages. Profits support future community workshops.
On 18 September, SET opens two neighbouring sites in Old Street for Open Studios. Explore creative workspaces, visit SET 91 Gallery and its inaugural Scaffolds exhibition, and meet artists working across painting, sculpture, textiles, design, and moving image. Free, family-friendly, and no booking required.
Turncoats presents a lively debate at Set Social Peckham exploring the rise of international art and architecture biennales. Mixing comedy, argument, and vodka, the discussion asks: are these under-funded, corporate-driven spectacles worth continuing—or is it time to end the era of global festivals?
Crafting Care is a workshop series that brings people together over craft practices like crochet, weaving and embroidery. It is a space to learn and share skills, to foster a sense of community and together explore the radical potential of craft as a politically engaged, collective practice. This summer CC will be coming to SET Social every Friday […]
Explore grief, resilience, and memory in a safe, inclusive space. Create woven poems and reflect through guided writing at this ESEA-focused workshop.
On 20 September, SET opens four City of London sites for Open Studios. Step inside creative workspaces, meet artists working in painting, sculpture, ceramics, and design, and visit SET Ceramics, our recently opened, fully equipped community studio. Free entry, family-friendly, and no booking required.
Weekly Sunday gardening sessions at SET Social’s DIY Community Garden. Open to anyone who wants to spend time in the garden or lend a hand.