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).
Scaffolds is the first exhibition at SET’s new contemporary arts gallery SET 91. Curated by Ellie Dobbs and Verity Monroe, the show brings together UK-based and international early-career artists exploring how rules, structures and self-imposed frameworks can spark creative invention. Join us for the public opening on 11 September, 6–9pm.
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.
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 […]
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.
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.
Workers & Palestine Support Group
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?
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.
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 […]
Create your own medieval-inspired face jug in this hands-on clay workshop at SET Social. Guided by Communal Clay, explore coiling, sculpting, and glazing techniques in a relaxed, inclusive environment.
A free and friendly Community Coffee Morning at SET Social Peckham on 1 October, 12–1.30pm. Connect with local groups, share ideas, and support our communities. Complimentary drinks and biscuits.
Peckham Chess Club hosts its first Swiss-style tournament at SET Social, with all proceeds going to The Sameer Project in Gaza. Expect five games, prizes, fun chess variants, and a chance to beat Adrien playing blindfolded. Open to all abilities. Tickets are £10.
A week-long exhibition at SET Lewisham exploring experimental drawing and comics as a space for community, with free workshops, performances, and a lively closing night.
Join us at SET Social on 2 October for the Offal Issue 2 Launch Party! Enjoy readings from contributors, vinyl DJ sets, quirky activities, and Offal merch. Celebrate literary leftovers, artistic experiments, and found fragments. Free entry. RSVP to join.
Explore your creativity in a collaborative, UFO-inspired drawing and collage workshop with Lucinda Purkis and Kate Morris-Milliar. All materials provided, suitable for all ages and skill levels.
Art for Aylesham is a community-led art fundraiser at SET Social, supporting Aylesham Community Action’s campaign against the proposed Aylesham Centre redevelopment. With exhibitions, craft sales, and creative workshops, the event aims to raise vital funds for the £50,000 legal campaign to ensure the community’s voice is heard.