Stoke Newington News

We hope these articles, written by a local journalist, will inform, entertain and help you get to know some of the characters making Stoke Newington so special.

How 20 years of Earlybird shaped family life

Jenna Fansa

Sep 11, 20233 min read

How 20 years of Earlybird shaped family life

Two decades ago, fresh out of university Heidi and Dom Early launched a card stall in Spitalfields Market. In those days Dom was also the...

Meet the Stokey couple selling knives made by Japanese masters

Jenna Fansa

Aug 2, 20233 min read

Meet the Stokey couple selling knives made by Japanese masters

Tom Saunders is a self-confessed geek. As a former chef he became a collector of Japanese knives and, when he met his partner Helen...

Plea for help after fire guts Purple Punk Potter’s studio

Jenna Fansa

Jul 26, 20231 min read

Plea for help after fire guts Purple Punk Potter’s studio

A Crowd-funder has been launched to help a Stoke Newington potter whose studio was gutted by fire. Lesley McShea, known locally as the...

Meet the mumpreneurs bringing authentic bubble tea to Stokey

Jenna Fansa

Jul 23, 20232 min read

Meet the mumpreneurs bringing authentic bubble tea to Stokey

Stoke Newington’s bubble tea shop Dot Dot was born out of a beautiful friendship between two local mums, both with Hong Kong heritage....

Sonora Taquería opens to critical acclaim in Stokey

Jenna Fansa

Jul 13, 20233 min read

Sonora Taquería opens to critical acclaim in Stokey

The long-awaited Sonora Taquería threw open its doors in Stoke Newington this summer and you’re in for a treat. This fast casual Mexican...

Jenna Fansa

Jul 10, 20233 min read

Summer in Stokey

If you’re opting for a staycation in Stokey this summer, you won’t be disappointed. Whether you fancy a spot of wild swimming, a picnic...

Future’s bright for charity thanks to Stokey Energy

Jenna Fansa

Jun 28, 20232 min read

Future’s bright for charity thanks to Stokey Energy

A group from Stoke Newington dedicated to making the area more carbon neutral has saved the day for a local outdoor-pursuits charity....

Everyday Sunshine street-party to boost food bank

Jenna Fansa

Jun 21, 20232 min read

Everyday Sunshine street-party to boost food bank

Everyday Sunshine is hosting the mother of all street parties in Stokey this summer with live bands, comedy and a collection for Hackney...

Jenna Fansa

Jun 9, 20232 min read

Dad’s the word!

Stokey’s local shops have got everything you need for original, thoughtful Father’s Day gifts, experiences and cards. From 3D printed...

n16traders

May 25, 20231 min read

Food bank appeals for volunteers

Could you spare a few hours each week to volunteer with Hackney Foodbank? The charity urgently needs more helpers to help distribute...

Spectacular line up of talent this Stokey Lit Fest

Jenna Fansa

May 22, 20232 min read

Spectacular line up of talent this Stokey Lit Fest

Comedian Rob Delaney, award-winning author Gary Younge and former Loaded Editor James Brown are among those appearing at this year’s...

New centre for families launches this weekend

Jenna Fansa

May 19, 20231 min read

New centre for families launches this weekend

A new on-demand creche complete with indoor play area, craft corner and water-play feature launches in Stokey this weekend. KindHaus will...

Meat’s chicken recipe a hit on Simon Mayo show

Jenna Fansa

May 12, 20231 min read

Meat’s chicken recipe a hit on Simon Mayo show

Stoke Newington’s Meat butchers starred on Simon Mayo’s Greatest Hits Radio show this week. Armed with a copy of local butcher Paul...

Meet the stained-glass artist commissioned by Damien Hirst

Jenna Fansa

May 9, 20233 min read

Meet the stained-glass artist commissioned by Damien Hirst

Stained-glass artist Richard Paton has worked for celebrity clients including artist Damien Hirst and singer Shakin’ Stevens and is one...

Jenna Fansa

Apr 28, 20232 min read

Stone Age Stokey

Rewind 300,000 years and Stoke Newington resembled an African savannah – rhinos and mammoths roamed and so did elephants taller than...

Jenna Fansa

Apr 24, 20232 min read

Organic, sustainable and 20 years old!

The UK’s only fully organic food market is celebrating 20 years in Stoke Newington this May. Launched by entrepreneurial campaigner Julie...

Jenna Fansa

Apr 20, 20232 min read

Two decades of Shine on Church St

Shine Holistic recently celebrated 20 years on Church Street. As founder Carla Octigan reflects on this milestone moment, it was Brexit...

Jenna Fansa

Apr 19, 20232 min read

Swap Shop to help fund new church roof

A community swap shop is being organised in Stoke Newington to help raise funds for a new roof at St Mary’s Church. The event takes place...

Council accused of “steamrolling” traders with new market

n16traders

Mar 30, 20233 min read

Council accused of “steamrolling” traders with new market

Traders in Stoke Newington say Hackney Council has rushed into launching a new market with little care for how it will impact shops and...

Jenna Fansa

Mar 14, 20233 min read

Mother’s Day Stokey-style

There’s no need to leave Stoke Newington this Mother’s Day – our brilliant restaurants and shops have got you covered. By shopping local...