PRIVATE VIEW LAUNCH: Tilbury Bridge Walkway of Memories Art & Sound Installations

Tilbury Bridge Walkway of Memories is a site-specific art installation, comprised of images, documents, audio recordings and memorabilia adorning the bridge that passengers of the Empire Windrush first walked across as they entered Britain in 1948. 

Saturday 26th June 2021

PRIVATE VIEW LAUNCH TILBURY BRIDGE WALKWAY OF MEMORIES   (10AM - 2PM)

During the opening launch, Tilbury Bridge art installation will be used as a back drop to a series of live performances  curated by Artist EVEWRIGHT.  The theme of 'Transition for renewal' will be explored through sound, movement, and words. Visitors will be able to tour the installation.  For an immersive experience, using their own devices, visitors can scan the QR codes on images across 22 listening windows placed throughout the installation, to access the stories . (Please bring your own device and ear/headphones). In addition, visitors will also have an opportunity to tour the main terminal.

You can find out more about the installation on our web page: Tilbury Bridge Walkway of Memories.

TRAVEL & ACCESSABILITY

The cruise terminal is accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Arriving by car

Please arrive at Tilbury International Cruise Terminal car park RM18 7NJ where stewards will guide you on where to park.

Public Transport

Nearest train station: Tilbury Town

Tilbury International Cruise Terminal is served by a ferry service (Saturday only) and can also be reached by bus. Due to schedule changes however, please check https://tfl.gov.uk/ for the most up-to-date travel information.

PHOTO/FILMING

We will be taking photographs and video recording this event to promote and celebrate the project in print and online. If you do not give consent to be photographed or filmed, please let a member of the EVEWRIGHT team know on the day. 

COVID-19 STATEMENT

We will continue to monitor and follow government guidance on the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing to ensure the safety of our staff and visitors to our outdoor events and other activities.  Please read our Covid 19 Guidelines when booking tickets.