Located in the Garden Room Shop on the lower ground floor, our Coffee Bar serves hot drinks and sweet treats that can be enjoyed in the space, in the garden or taken away. All proceeds from The Garden Room go back into funding our work at The Exchange.

Whether meeting friends for a coffee and cake or take a moment in our stunning Sarah Price designer garden, you can use our beautiful spaces to work, study, meet, or simply visit, for free.

Open Thursday - Saturday, 10:30am - 4pm.

Our gorgeous Garden Room Shop showcases a range of crafted products hand-made here at The Exchange. In addition, we stock a selection of homewares, books, garden supplies and gifts sourced from producers and small brands who share our passion for craft, plants, and  social and environmental sustainability.

Visit during our opening hours and take the opportunity to also explore our beautiful Sarah Price garden, and enjoy a drink and perhaps a sweet treat from The Garden Room Coffee Bar.

Open Thursday - Saturday, 10:30am - 4pm.

Conceived by award-winning designer Sarah Price and planted and tended by an enthusiastic group of local residents alongside our Head Gardener, Selina, our garden is rapidly growing into a must-see green space, which remains free to access for everyone to enjoy.

Visit during our opening hours to explore the garden, enjoy a drink and perhaps a treat from The Garden Room Shop & Coffee Bar, and relax outside as you take in the wonderful views.

Open Thursday - Saturday 10:30am - 4pm.

Are you a musician aged 13-17 that’s looking to improve your stage presence, musicality and confidence?

The ArtsTrain Bexley Academy song-writing programme runs throughout the year. It is a chance for young people across Bexley to develop their song-writing skills and musicianship in a unique creative and collaborative environment. The ArtsTrain Academy programmes run for 10 weeks and include exciting performance opportunities at the end of each term. 

If you are interested, please sign up to the Amplified sessions programme.

Join us for our Thursday evening Board Games Club, every Thursday evening from 6pm!

We have a pile of games just waiting for you. From Chess to Catan, Munchkin to Monster Mayhem we have a big selection for you to try. Our friendly volunteers will be on-hand to recommend games and show you how to play.

Whether you’re looking to spend an evening socialising with friends and family or want to come on your own and meet new people, why not come cut a deck or roll some dice with us! All ages welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

Drinks & snacks available to purchase from the bar.

FREE | DROP-IN

This event is free however we ask you to consider making a purchase from the bar or perhaps a small donation if you can, to support The Exchange in keeping these community events accessible for everyone.

Join fellow fibre art enthusiasts for a relaxed weekly gathering at The Exchange! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, weave, or cross-stitch, this is your perfect space to:

• Progress your projects in a supportive atmosphere

• Share tips and gain inspiration

• Connect with local crafters to work on community projects

Come solo or with friends and bring your materials and projects. New to knitting or crocheting? Our friendly volunteers are on hand to offer starting pointers! This is an informal social session – no formal instruction, just a welcoming community to craft and connect. All ages welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

Drinks & snacks available to purchase from the bar.

FREE | DROP-IN

This event is free however we ask you to consider making a purchase from the bar or perhaps a small donation if you can, to support The Exchange in keeping these community events accessible for everyone.

Discover your inner strength and serenity with our Thursday evening yoga class, run by Natasha from The Coaching Yogi. This new class is designed to suit both beginners and experienced yogis.  This class blends poses and techniques to enhance strength, flexibility, and balance, whilst also promoting a sense of calm and focus, setting the tone for the day ahead.

Whether you're starting your yoga journey or looking to refine your practice, this welcoming environment provides the perfect space to connect with your body and mind.

To get booked onto one of the classes or find out more, please email natasha@thecoachingyogi.co.uk.

Please bring your own yoga mat.

£10 | Book your spot!

Located in the Garden Room Shop on the lower ground floor, our Coffee Bar serves hot drinks and sweet treats that can be enjoyed in the space, in the garden or taken away. All proceeds from The Garden Room go back into funding our work at The Exchange.

Whether meeting friends for a coffee and cake or take a moment in our stunning Sarah Price designer garden, you can use our beautiful spaces to work, study, meet, or simply visit, for free.

Open Thursday - Saturday, 10:30am - 4pm.

Our gorgeous Garden Room Shop showcases a range of crafted products hand-made here at The Exchange. In addition, we stock a selection of homewares, books, garden supplies and gifts sourced from producers and small brands who share our passion for craft, plants, and  social and environmental sustainability.

Visit during our opening hours and take the opportunity to also explore our beautiful Sarah Price garden, and enjoy a drink and perhaps a sweet treat from The Garden Room Coffee Bar.

Open Thursday - Saturday, 10:30am - 4pm.

Conceived by award-winning designer Sarah Price and planted and tended by an enthusiastic group of local residents alongside our Head Gardener, Selina, our garden is rapidly growing into a must-see green space, which remains free to access for everyone to enjoy.

Visit during our opening hours to explore the garden, enjoy a drink and perhaps a treat from The Garden Room Shop & Coffee Bar, and relax outside as you take in the wonderful views.

Open Thursday - Saturday 10:30am - 4pm.

Becoming an Exchange Maker means you can learn craft skills, be part of a making community and help us to produce products that are both useful and beautiful. You will become part of a making team, supported by Exchange staff and other volunteers, and have the opportunity to work collaboratively with professional designers and craftspeople on incredible projects.

Anyone can apply to become a Maker! All you need to do is fill in a form and return it to us so we can understand what you are interested in, and whether what we do works for you. You will be added to a Mailing List so you can hear first about new Workshop projects, and any updates on ongoing activities.

Each workshop operates slightly differently, so if you aren't sure what it is we offer, or whether it is for you, you can attend a free "Become a Maker" session to find out what projects we currently have going on and to talk to a member of the team. 

FREE | Book your spot!

New for 2026! Discover your inner strength and serenity with our new Saturday morning yoga class, run by Natasha from The Coaching Yogi. This class is designed to suit both beginners and experienced yogis. 

Natasha’s popular yoga sessions blend poses and techniques to enhance strength, flexibility, and balance, whilst also promoting a sense of calm and focus, setting the tone for the day ahead.

Whether you're starting your yoga journey or looking to refine your practice, this welcoming environment provides the perfect space to connect with your body and mind.

To get booked onto one of the classes or find out more, please email natasha@thecoachingyogi.co.uk.

Please bring your own yoga mat.

£10 | Book your spot!

Located in the Garden Room Shop on the lower ground floor, our Coffee Bar serves hot drinks and sweet treats that can be enjoyed in the space, in the garden or taken away. All proceeds from The Garden Room go back into funding our work at The Exchange.

Whether meeting friends for a coffee and cake or take a moment in our stunning Sarah Price designer garden, you can use our beautiful spaces to work, study, meet, or simply visit, for free.

Open Thursday - Saturday, 10:30am - 4pm.

Our gorgeous Garden Room Shop showcases a range of crafted products hand-made here at The Exchange. In addition, we stock a selection of homewares, books, garden supplies and gifts sourced from producers and small brands who share our passion for craft, plants, and  social and environmental sustainability.

Visit during our opening hours and take the opportunity to also explore our beautiful Sarah Price garden, and enjoy a drink and perhaps a sweet treat from The Garden Room Coffee Bar.

Open Thursday - Saturday, 10:30am - 4pm.

Conceived by award-winning designer Sarah Price and planted and tended by an enthusiastic group of local residents alongside our Head Gardener, Selina, our garden is rapidly growing into a must-see green space, which remains free to access for everyone to enjoy.

Visit during our opening hours to explore the garden, enjoy a drink and perhaps a treat from The Garden Room Shop & Coffee Bar, and relax outside as you take in the wonderful views.

Open Thursday - Saturday 10:30am - 4pm.

Join Ruth & Elly in our monthly “Exploring Watercolour painting” workshop, on the first Thursday of each month.

Ruth and Elly continue their hugely popular sessions as they introduce you to the world of watercolours and lead you through all aspects of this fascinating subject. Whether you’re a beginner or an accomplished artist, come along and give it a whirl! This is not necessarily about the finished artwork but more about absorbing the atmosphere and colourfully expressing yourself on paper.  

Please bring your own materials if you can, although we will have a small stock of materials available for those that aren’t able to.

£5 or free as part of our Warm Spaces programme (Feb & Mar only) | Book your spot!

Join us for our Thursday evening Board Games Club, every Thursday evening from 6pm!

We have a pile of games just waiting for you. From Chess to Catan, Munchkin to Monster Mayhem we have a big selection for you to try. Our friendly volunteers will be on-hand to recommend games and show you how to play.

Whether you’re looking to spend an evening socialising with friends and family or want to come on your own and meet new people, why not come cut a deck or roll some dice with us! All ages welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

Drinks & snacks available to purchase from the bar.

FREE | DROP-IN

This event is free however we ask you to consider making a purchase from the bar or perhaps a small donation if you can, to support The Exchange in keeping these community events accessible for everyone.

Join fellow fibre art enthusiasts for a relaxed weekly gathering at The Exchange! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, weave, or cross-stitch, this is your perfect space to:

• Progress your projects in a supportive atmosphere

• Share tips and gain inspiration

• Connect with local crafters to work on community projects

Come solo or with friends and bring your materials and projects. New to knitting or crocheting? Our friendly volunteers are on hand to offer starting pointers! This is an informal social session – no formal instruction, just a welcoming community to craft and connect. All ages welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

Drinks & snacks available to purchase from the bar.

FREE | DROP-IN

This event is free however we ask you to consider making a purchase from the bar or perhaps a small donation if you can, to support The Exchange in keeping these community events accessible for everyone.

Discover your inner strength and serenity with our Thursday evening yoga class, run by Natasha from The Coaching Yogi. This new class is designed to suit both beginners and experienced yogis.  This class blends poses and techniques to enhance strength, flexibility, and balance, whilst also promoting a sense of calm and focus, setting the tone for the day ahead.

Whether you're starting your yoga journey or looking to refine your practice, this welcoming environment provides the perfect space to connect with your body and mind.

To get booked onto one of the classes or find out more, please email natasha@thecoachingyogi.co.uk.

Please bring your own yoga mat.

£10 | Book your spot!

Come along to our Crochet Clinic – a relaxed, friendly space for anyone who wants to learn, refresh, or improve their crochet skills. Whether you’re picking up a hook for the first time or looking to master new techniques, you’ll find gentle guidance, encouragement, and plenty of inspiration.

Experienced crocheters are warmly encouraged to bring along their own projects too. This is the perfect opportunity to finally finish those works in progress, or to get some help with that tricky pattern you just can’t quite work out. Join a group of like-minded yarn crafters to share tips, ask questions, and enjoy a good chat along the way. It’s all about learning at your own pace, building confidence, and enjoying the company of others who love making with yarn as much as you do.

We have a selection of hooks, yarn and patterns available or you are welcome to bring your own. 

£5 or free as part of our Warm Spaces programme (Feb & Mar only) | Book your spot!

Discover your inner strength and serenity in our Saturday morning yoga class, run by Natasha from The Coaching Yogi. This class is designed to suit both beginners and experienced yogis. 

Natasha’s popular yoga sessions blend poses and techniques to enhance strength, flexibility, and balance, whilst also promoting a sense of calm and focus, setting the tone for the day ahead.

Whether you're starting your yoga journey or looking to refine your practice, this welcoming environment provides the perfect space to connect with your body and mind.

To get booked onto one of the classes or find out more, please emailnatasha@thecoachingyogi.co.uk.

Please bring your own yoga mat.

£10 | Book your spot!

Join us for our Thursday evening Board Games Club, every Thursday evening from 6pm!

We have a pile of games just waiting for you. From Chess to Catan, Munchkin to Monster Mayhem we have a big selection for you to try. Our friendly volunteers will be on-hand to recommend games and show you how to play.

Whether you’re looking to spend an evening socialising with friends and family or want to come on your own and meet new people, why not come cut a deck or roll some dice with us! All ages welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

Drinks & snacks available to purchase from the bar.

FREE | DROP-IN

This event is free however we ask you to consider making a purchase from the bar or perhaps a small donation if you can, to support The Exchange in keeping these community events accessible for everyone.

Join fellow fibre art enthusiasts for a relaxed weekly gathering at The Exchange! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, weave, or cross-stitch, this is your perfect space to:

• Progress your projects in a supportive atmosphere

• Share tips and gain inspiration

• Connect with local crafters to work on community projects

Come solo or with friends and bring your materials and projects. New to knitting or crocheting? Our friendly volunteers are on hand to offer starting pointers! This is an informal social session – no formal instruction, just a welcoming community to craft and connect. All ages welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

Drinks & snacks available to purchase from the bar.

FREE | DROP-IN

This event is free however we ask you to consider making a purchase from the bar or perhaps a small donation if you can, to support The Exchange in keeping these community events accessible for everyone.

Discover your inner strength and serenity with our Thursday evening yoga class, run by Natasha from The Coaching Yogi. This new class is designed to suit both beginners and experienced yogis.  This class blends poses and techniques to enhance strength, flexibility, and balance, whilst also promoting a sense of calm and focus, setting the tone for the day ahead.

Whether you're starting your yoga journey or looking to refine your practice, this welcoming environment provides the perfect space to connect with your body and mind.

To get booked onto one of the classes or find out more, please email natasha@thecoachingyogi.co.uk.

Please bring your own yoga mat.

£10 | Book your spot!

Discover your inner strength and serenity in our Saturday morning yoga class, run by Natasha from The Coaching Yogi. This class is designed to suit both beginners and experienced yogis. 

Natasha’s popular yoga sessions blend poses and techniques to enhance strength, flexibility, and balance, whilst also promoting a sense of calm and focus, setting the tone for the day ahead.

Whether you're starting your yoga journey or looking to refine your practice, this welcoming environment provides the perfect space to connect with your body and mind.

To get booked onto one of the classes or find out more, please emailnatasha@thecoachingyogi.co.uk.

Please bring your own yoga mat.

£10 | Book your spot!

Join us for our Thursday evening Board Games Club, every Thursday evening from 6pm!

We have a pile of games just waiting for you. From Chess to Catan, Munchkin to Monster Mayhem we have a big selection for you to try. Our friendly volunteers will be on-hand to recommend games and show you how to play.

Whether you’re looking to spend an evening socialising with friends and family or want to come on your own and meet new people, why not come cut a deck or roll some dice with us! All ages welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

Drinks & snacks available to purchase from the bar.

FREE | DROP-IN

This event is free however we ask you to consider making a purchase from the bar or perhaps a small donation if you can, to support The Exchange in keeping these community events accessible for everyone.

Join fellow fibre art enthusiasts for a relaxed weekly gathering at The Exchange! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, weave, or cross-stitch, this is your perfect space to:

• Progress your projects in a supportive atmosphere

• Share tips and gain inspiration

• Connect with local crafters to work on community projects

Come solo or with friends and bring your materials and projects. New to knitting or crocheting? Our friendly volunteers are on hand to offer starting pointers! This is an informal social session – no formal instruction, just a welcoming community to craft and connect. All ages welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

Drinks & snacks available to purchase from the bar.

FREE | DROP-IN

This event is free however we ask you to consider making a purchase from the bar or perhaps a small donation if you can, to support The Exchange in keeping these community events accessible for everyone.

Discover your inner strength and serenity with our Thursday evening yoga class, run by Natasha from The Coaching Yogi. This new class is designed to suit both beginners and experienced yogis.  This class blends poses and techniques to enhance strength, flexibility, and balance, whilst also promoting a sense of calm and focus, setting the tone for the day ahead.

Whether you're starting your yoga journey or looking to refine your practice, this welcoming environment provides the perfect space to connect with your body and mind.

To get booked onto one of the classes or find out more, please email natasha@thecoachingyogi.co.uk.

Please bring your own yoga mat.

£10 | Book your spot!

Discover your inner strength and serenity in our Saturday morning yoga class, run by Natasha from The Coaching Yogi. This class is designed to suit both beginners and experienced yogis. 

Natasha’s popular yoga sessions blend poses and techniques to enhance strength, flexibility, and balance, whilst also promoting a sense of calm and focus, setting the tone for the day ahead.

Whether you're starting your yoga journey or looking to refine your practice, this welcoming environment provides the perfect space to connect with your body and mind.

To get booked onto one of the classes or find out more, please emailnatasha@thecoachingyogi.co.uk.

Please bring your own yoga mat.

£10 | Book your spot!

Spring is the season of renewal and some of the most powerful medicinal plants are quietly waking up right now, many of them growing in gardens and green spaces you walk past every day.

In this hands-on two-hour workshop, Medical Herbalist Jola Kaczmarek will guide you through the garden at The Exchange to discover spring herbs in their natural setting, helping you to identify them, understand what they do, and why they've been used for centuries across cultures worldwide.

We'll then gather inside to taste a freshly prepared herbal infusion together. You'll explore the art of organoleptics, the practice of reading a plant through your senses, one of the oldest and most intuitive ways of understanding plant medicine.

You'll leave with a handout and a tea to take home, practical knowledge you can use straight away, and the confidence to bring a little plant medicine into your daily routine.

No experience needed — just curiosity!

£15 | Booking essential - use the ‘Book Here’ button below to book direct.

Join us for our Thursday evening Board Games Club, every Thursday evening from 6pm!

We have a pile of games just waiting for you. From Chess to Catan, Munchkin to Monster Mayhem we have a big selection for you to try. Our friendly volunteers will be on-hand to recommend games and show you how to play.

Whether you’re looking to spend an evening socialising with friends and family or want to come on your own and meet new people, why not come cut a deck or roll some dice with us! All ages welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

Drinks & snacks available to purchase from the bar.

FREE | DROP-IN

This event is free however we ask you to consider making a purchase from the bar or perhaps a small donation if you can, to support The Exchange in keeping these community events accessible for everyone.

Join fellow fibre art enthusiasts for a relaxed weekly gathering at The Exchange! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, weave, or cross-stitch, this is your perfect space to:

• Progress your projects in a supportive atmosphere

• Share tips and gain inspiration

• Connect with local crafters to work on community projects

Come solo or with friends and bring your materials and projects. New to knitting or crocheting? Our friendly volunteers are on hand to offer starting pointers! This is an informal social session – no formal instruction, just a welcoming community to craft and connect. All ages welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

Drinks & snacks available to purchase from the bar.

FREE | DROP-IN

This event is free however we ask you to consider making a purchase from the bar or perhaps a small donation if you can, to support The Exchange in keeping these community events accessible for everyone.

Discover your inner strength and serenity with our Thursday evening yoga class, run by Natasha from The Coaching Yogi. This new class is designed to suit both beginners and experienced yogis.  This class blends poses and techniques to enhance strength, flexibility, and balance, whilst also promoting a sense of calm and focus, setting the tone for the day ahead.

Whether you're starting your yoga journey or looking to refine your practice, this welcoming environment provides the perfect space to connect with your body and mind.

To get booked onto one of the classes or find out more, please email natasha@thecoachingyogi.co.uk.

Please bring your own yoga mat.

£10 | Book your spot!

Bexley Brewery's pop-up bar is back at this year’s Here Comes The Sun spring festival in partnership with The Exchange! 

Pouring keg and cask beer brewed locally by the Bexley Brewery family, ciders from local makers, spirts, soft drinks & more.

Enjoy a drink in the beautiful old library building whilst listening to talented musicians or get involved with one of the many workshops over the weekend! 

Want to find out more about Bexley Brewery? Follow their social media @bexleybrewery (Facebook, Instagram & X) or www.bexleybrewery.co.uk

Last orders - 9:30PM

Here Comes the Sun favourites PowerCrust Pizza by Valentino are popping up with us again for the festival weekend, offering delicious sourdough pizza Friday to Sunday!

Find them on the Terrace outside The Garden Room and experience the taste of Naples!

Friday | 6PM - 9:30PM

Saturday | Midday - 9:30PM

Sunday | Midday - 5PM

Discover your inner strength and serenity with this special FREE morning yoga session as part of our Here Comes the Sun festival. Run by Natasha from The Coaching Yogi, this class is designed to suit both beginners and experienced yogis. 

Natasha’s popular yoga sessions blend poses and techniques to enhance strength, flexibility, and balance, whilst also promoting a sense of calm and focus, setting the tone for the day ahead.

Whether you're starting your yoga journey or looking to refine your practice, this welcoming environment provides the perfect space to connect with your body and mind.

To find out more and to book your space, please email natasha@thecoachingyogi.co.uk.

Please bring your own yoga mat.

FREE | Book your spot! | Part of Here Comes the Sun 2026

Our ‘Little Book Stop’ is a community resource for sharing stories. It was installed in September 2025 as part of Penguin’s 90 Little Book Stops project, and The Exchange was selected from over 2,000 applications. It has been a joy to see so many people using it!

During Here Comes the Sun, the Book Stop will be expanding into a pop-up book corner, so be sure to come by, browse the collection, take a book or leave a book.

FREE | Part of Here Comes the Sun 2026

Join Kemi for a hands-on Knitting Workshop!

Explore the art of colour composition through creative colour windings before diving into the fundamentals of hand knitting. Perfect for beginners and craft enthusiasts, this session offers a relaxed, supportive space to experiment with colour, texture, and technique.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll have created your own knitted coaster(s) and gained a solid understanding of colour composition.

Kemi is an award-winning knitwear designer based in SE London. Her work tells stories through material, culture, and craft, drawing inspiration from traditional West African textile practices.

Suitable for ages 12+. 

FREE | Book your spot! | Part of Here Comes the Sun 2026

Join our Head Gardener, Selina Ozanne, for a short, informal tour of our beautiful garden, designed by Sarah Price. Though small, this young but rapidly developing garden has several areas with distinct atmospheres and an incredible diversity of planting, united by Sarah's painterly eye.

The garden will be in full spring bloom, this is prime time to come and see the tulip display.

Meet on the Garden Room terrace.

Tour times: 11am, 1:30pm, 3pm | Limited capacity, so book early to avoid disappointment!

FREE | Part of Here Comes the Sun 2026

Join local host Carolina for a special Here Comes the Sun tour and uncover the remarkable history behind our beautiful building, the people who shaped it, and its role in the community over the years.

Discover too how to become a TEX Maker to learn new craft skills, and help create beautiful, useful products as part of our creative making community.

All ages are welcome.

FREE | Book your spot!

Part of Here Comes the Sun 2026

Bexley Brewery's pop-up bar is back at this year’s Here Comes The Sun spring festival in partnership with The Exchange! 

Pouring keg and cask beer brewed locally by the Bexley Brewery family, ciders from local makers, spirts, soft drinks & more.

Enjoy a drink in the beautiful old library building whilst listening to talented musicians or get involved with one of the many workshops over the weekend! 

Want to find out more about Bexley Brewery? Follow their social media @bexleybrewery (Facebook, Instagram & X) or www.bexleybrewery.co.uk

Last orders - 9:30PM

Here Comes the Sun favourites PowerCrust Pizza by Valentino are popping up with us again for the festival weekend, offering delicious sourdough pizza Friday to Sunday!

Find them on the Terrace outside The Garden Room and experience the taste of Naples!

Friday | 6PM - 9:30PM

Saturday | Midday - 9:30PM

Sunday | Midday - 5PM

Join our Head Gardener, Selina Ozanne, for a short, informal tour of our beautiful garden, designed by Sarah Price. Though small, this young but rapidly developing garden has several areas with distinct atmospheres and an incredible diversity of planting, united by Sarah's painterly eye.

The garden will be in full spring bloom, this is prime time to come and see the tulip display.

Meet on the Garden Room terrace.

Tour times: 11am, 1:30pm, 3pm | Limited capacity, so book early to avoid disappointment!

FREE | Part of Here Comes the Sun 2026

Join our Head Gardener, Selina Ozanne, for a short, informal tour of our beautiful garden, designed by Sarah Price. Though small, this young but rapidly developing garden has several areas with distinct atmospheres and an incredible diversity of planting, united by Sarah's painterly eye.

The garden will be in full spring bloom, this is prime time to come and see the tulip display.

Meet on the Garden Room terrace.

Tour times: 11am, 1:30pm, 3pm | Limited capacity, so book early to avoid disappointment!

FREE | Part of Here Comes the Sun 2026

Brand new for 2026! Come along to our first Here Comes the Sun Record Fair on Sunday 26 April!

Meet the dealers and browse their collections whilst listening to some laid back tunes from Vinyl DJ Nick Davey.

FREE | Part of Here Comes the Sun 2026

Our annual Here Comes the Sun festival provides the perfect opportunity to bring your bikes out of the long winter hibernation and join Boyd on a leisurely ride along the Thames path. The ride will start and end at The Exchange.

All ages and abilities welcome! This event is free however it would be really helpful to have an idea of numbers so that we have the right support in place on the day, so please book your spot below.

FREE | Part of Here Comes the Sun 2026

Our ‘Little Book Stop’ is a community resource for sharing stories. It was installed in September 2025 as part of Penguin’s 90 Little Book Stops project, and The Exchange was selected from over 2,000 applications. It has been a joy to see so many people using it!

During Here Comes the Sun, the Book Stop will be expanding into a pop-up book corner, so be sure to come by, browse the collection, take a book or leave a book.

FREE | Part of Here Comes the Sun 2026

Join host Bettie Honc for this journalling and doodling session to unwind and rediscover your inner artist.

De-clutter your mind, balance your body and soul and become more content within yourself, all while having fun. Bettie would love to inspire you and share her experience with mindful, creative journalling and doodling.

Scientific evidence supports the theory that journalling and doodling have positive effect on your nervous system, helping you to reduce stress and improve your focus and creativity.

No previous experience with journalling or doodling is needed.

FREE | Book your spot! | Part of Here Comes the Sun 2026

Print your own gift wrapping using leaves from the garden and a collograph technique.

Join Ruth - working in the garden and in the studio - to capture some of the shapes, leaves and motifs of the coming summer. You will use simple print techniques to explore art and design and then create gift wrap papers. A unique way to impress your friends and family!

FREE | Book your spot! | Part of Here Comes the Sun 2026

Bexley Brewery's pop-up bar is back at this year’s Here Comes The Sun spring festival in partnership with The Exchange! 

Pouring keg and cask beer brewed locally by the Bexley Brewery family, ciders from local makers, spirts, soft drinks & more.

Enjoy a drink in the beautiful old library building whilst listening to talented musicians or get involved with one of the many workshops over the weekend! 

Want to find out more about Bexley Brewery? Follow their social media @bexleybrewery (Facebook, Instagram & X) or www.bexleybrewery.co.uk

Last orders - 4:30PM

Here Comes the Sun favourites PowerCrust Pizza by Valentino are popping up with us again for the festival weekend, offering delicious sourdough pizza Friday to Sunday!

Find them on the Terrace outside The Garden Room and experience the taste of Naples!

Friday | 6PM - 9:30PM

Saturday | Midday - 9:30PM

Sunday | Midday - 5PM

Give fabric scraps a second life and turn them into something purposeful. In this 2-hour workshop, you’ll create a reversible, free-standing patchwork bowl — stitched entirely by hand.

You’ll combine small offcuts into a structured bowl that’s both practical and beautiful, discovering how thoughtful reuse can reduce textile waste while celebrating the materials you already have. No sewing machine needed. Suitable for beginners.

Perfect for anyone who values sustainability, mindful making, and transforming “leftovers” into something genuinely special.

Ages 16+ (unless accompanied by an adult)

FREE | Book your spot! | Part of Here Comes the Sun 2026

Join us for our Thursday evening Board Games Club, every Thursday evening from 6pm!

We have a pile of games just waiting for you. From Chess to Catan, Munchkin to Monster Mayhem we have a big selection for you to try. Our friendly volunteers will be on-hand to recommend games and show you how to play.

Whether you’re looking to spend an evening socialising with friends and family or want to come on your own and meet new people, why not come cut a deck or roll some dice with us! All ages welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

Drinks & snacks available to purchase from the bar.

FREE | DROP-IN

This event is free however we ask you to consider making a purchase from the bar or perhaps a small donation if you can, to support The Exchange in keeping these community events accessible for everyone.

Join fellow fibre art enthusiasts for a relaxed weekly gathering at The Exchange! Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, weave, or cross-stitch, this is your perfect space to:

• Progress your projects in a supportive atmosphere

• Share tips and gain inspiration

• Connect with local crafters to work on community projects

Come solo or with friends and bring your materials and projects. New to knitting or crocheting? Our friendly volunteers are on hand to offer starting pointers! This is an informal social session – no formal instruction, just a welcoming community to craft and connect. All ages welcome (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult).

Drinks & snacks available to purchase from the bar.

FREE | DROP-IN

This event is free however we ask you to consider making a purchase from the bar or perhaps a small donation if you can, to support The Exchange in keeping these community events accessible for everyone.

Discover your inner strength and serenity with our Thursday evening yoga class, run by Natasha from The Coaching Yogi. This new class is designed to suit both beginners and experienced yogis.  This class blends poses and techniques to enhance strength, flexibility, and balance, whilst also promoting a sense of calm and focus, setting the tone for the day ahead.

Whether you're starting your yoga journey or looking to refine your practice, this welcoming environment provides the perfect space to connect with your body and mind.

To get booked onto one of the classes or find out more, please email natasha@thecoachingyogi.co.uk.

Please bring your own yoga mat.

£10 | Book your spot!

Special Event: An evening with Sarah Price

Meet award-winning garden designer Sarah Price and learn about the garden she has conceived for The Exchange Erith, an exemplar of experimental horticulture and community learning, inspired by local heritage.

Explore the garden and join Sarah for an illustrated lecture and panel discussion. Light refreshments included.

£50 | Pre-booking is essential! | Part of the National Garden Scheme 2026