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22 June 2026 | Deptford, London SE8

WINDRUSH DAY 2026

Windrush Cultural Dinner & Film Experience

Join us in Deptford for a special cultural evening featuring a screening of

Streets Paved With Gold, live performances, authentic Caribbean cuisine and a celebration of Windrush heritage and community.

*Seated dining included with ticket

ABOUT THE EVENT

Windrush Day 2026 is a community celebration honouring the legacy and contribution of the Windrush Generation through film, music, food and culture.

Hosted in Deptford, the evening features a screening of Streets Paved With Gold, live steel pan performances from young musicians, Caribbean food and community vendors. 

SPECIAL SCREENING

Milestone – Streets Paved with Gold

Experience a moving and beautifully crafted film capturing the hopes, struggles and triumphs of the Windrush Generation. This screening is a tribute to the elders who paved the way and a reminder of the stories we must continue to preserve.

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A Meal Served With Love, Memory and Community

At this year’s Windrush Day Celebration, guests will enjoy a beautifully prepared, table‑seated meal the kind that feels like home. The dishes are simple, comforting and deeply rooted in the flavours our elders grew up with: warm spices, slow‑cooked tenderness, and the unmistakable aroma of Caribbean and West African kitchens.

This is not just dinner. It is a shared moment of honour, a chance to sit together, breathe, talk, and remember the journeys that brought our families here. Each plate is prepared with care, using ingredients that echo the stories of resilience, welcome and belonging.

A meal shared. A story remembered. A community strengthened.

WHAT YOUR TICKET INCLUDES

An evening of legacy, culture and community connection.

INDIVIDUAL TICKETS

Your Ticket Includes:

Entry to event

Screening of Streets Paved With Gold

Caribbean Meal

Complimentary drink

Young Voices poetry showcase

Live music

​Q&A with Victor Richards


 

PRICE LIST

ADULTS: £20

YOUTH (10 - 17): £10

CHILD (0-9): FREE

Windrush
Young Voices Award

The evening will also feature the recitation by the final winner of our children's poetry competition highlighting young voices reflecting on heritage, identity and Windrush legacy through creative expression. Help us vote for the Windrush Poem 2026. 

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PARTNER WITH WINDRUSH DAY 2026

Support an intergenerational cultural evening in Deptford celebrating Windrush heritage through film, youth poetry, live steel pan performances, Caribbean cuisine and community connection.

WHY PARTNER WITH US...

Sponsors Receive:

Brand visibility across event promotion

Recognition during the event

Engagement with South London communities

Association with youth arts and cultural heritage

Social media and website acknowledgement

Community Impact

Windrush Day 2026 creates space for young voices, cultural story telling and community connection while honouring the legacy of the Windrush Generation

Meet Victor Richards

The voice behind Milestone: Streets Paved with Gold.

Actor, writer, director and cultural storyteller bringing the Windrush journey to life. Join us for an unforgettable screening honouring our elders and our history. #WindrushLegacy #Barawak

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VENUE

Barawak Community Hub, Deptford SE8 5TW

A welcoming space rooted in African and Caribbean heritage; created to support families, honour elders and strengthen community connection. This is where our programmes run, where our elders gather, and where our young people find belonging.

SCHEDULE FOR THE EVENING

A calm, beautifully paced programme designed for comfort, dignity and celebration.

5:30PM
Doors Open 
Welcome Refreshments


6:00 PM
Introductions & Welcomes
Young Musicians

Windrush Young Voices Awards

6:45 PM
Table Served Meal 

7:15 PM

Film Screening: Milestone – Streets Paved with Gold

 

8:00 PM

Q&A with Victor Richards

8:45 PM
Community Reflections

9:00 PM

Close

Every moment is crafted to honour the Windrush legacy and the community Barawak serves.
However please note that these arrangements might change

SUPPORT BARAWAK

Barawak is a community‑rooted charity serving African, Caribbean and wider families across Deptford and South East London. Your support helps us honour elders, strengthen families and preserve cultural heritage.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

Stay connected with our events, heritage projects, youth programmes and family support work. Together, we build a stronger, more supported community.

VOLUNTEER
with us

From food support to cultural events, your time and presence make a real difference. Join a team committed to dignity, belonging and community care.

LEARN ABOUT 
BARAWAK

Discover our mission, our story and the work we do every day to uplift the African & Caribbean community. This is more than a charity; it’s a home for heritage, healing and hope.

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