Following the closure of Truman’s Brewery, its sprawling, 10-acre (4-hectare) facilities on Brick Lane were regenerated into a vibrant hub for arts, culture, dining, and shopping. Today, the creative quarter houses, across its many sites and markets, upwards of 200 independent businesses. Some of its most popular recurring events include the Backyard Market on Saturday and Sundays and the Upmarket on Sundays, while a wide range of coffee shops, bars, restaurants, and club nights keep the atmosphere thrilling at all hours.
The Old Truman Brewery is a highlight of Brick Lane walking tours, craft-beer excursions, market explorations, and other cultural itineraries in East London. It’s also easy to plan an independent trip to the art and culture hub
The Old Truman Brewery is within a 10-minute walking distance of Liverpool Street station (which is served by mainline trains, the Overground, and the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan lines) and Shoreditch High Street station (served by the Overground). It can also be reached by numerous bus lines, on foot, by bike, or by car.
The Old Truman Brewery is popular by day and by night, thanks to its mix of galleries, shops, restaurants, bars, and event spaces. Note that it is particularly lively on weekends; visit on a weekday if you’d prefer to avoid the sizable Brick Lane crowds.
The Old Truman Brewery is now home to many of London’s most dynamic events and festivals. Annual highlights include Craft Beer Rising, the London Coffee Festival, the Brick Lane Vintage Market, Vegan Nights, and much more. It’s advised to research its events calendar before you visit.
