Hackney Windrush
Hackney’s ongoing commitment to the Windrush Generation and their descendants. From information on this year’s festival in June, plus year-round access to resources and support, it’s all here on Hackney Windrush.
Pic: Warm Shores by Thomas J Price - Hackney Town Hall Square.Windrush Generations Festival 2025
Every year since 2019, Hackney Council has hosted the Windrush Generations festival. This is to acknowledge the passengers from the Caribbean who arrived at Tilbury Docks on the HMT Empire Windrush. They would be the first of many who came to the UK between 1948 and 1971 from their homes in Commonwealth countries, to address labour shortages.
In addition to celebrating National Windrush Day on 22nd June, throughout the month residents can enjoy a series of events and activities that take place across the borough.
Many of the events are funded through our Windrush Microgrant scheme and hosted by Hackney’s Windrush community. From theatre shows, art exhibitions, poetry, film screenings and more, the contributions of the Windrush Generation are explored and celebrated while addressing the ongoing issues that many still face in light of the Scandal.
If you would like to discuss future Windrush Generation Festival ideas please email culture@hackney.gov.uk
Explore Hackney’s Windrush Story
Windrush History
Discover Hackney’s Windrush stories by exploring the collections of Hackney Museum and Hackney Archives.
Windrush Support and Resources
Find out about what resources and support is available for Windrush communities in Hackney. This list includes contacts for support groups, advice and learning materials.
Windrush Festival Archive
Hackney Council has staged an annual Windrush Festival every year since 2019. Explore photo albums and highlights from each year of the Windrush Festival in Hackney.