A walk around the “hot spots” of Dalston, taking a look at the new development pressures and their impact on the townscape we have now. The Dalston Quarter, Eastern Curve Garden, Kingsland Shopping Centre, Gillett Square – how might they be affected by housing demand, Crossrail II, the night time economy, Hackney’s Local Plan 2033, the London Plan?

You will be guided by Ray Blackburn and Lisa Shell, members of the Dalston Conservation Areas Advisory Committee. Lisa also chairs the Hackney Society Planning Group and has been at the forefront of recent campaigns to preserve and enhance Dalston's built environment.

Meet at 10:45 for 11:00 start, Dalston Junction Station, Dalston Square entrance (the "back door").

The event is free for Hackney Society members and costs £5 for guests (£5.98 with booking fees). Please book in advance using this page.

Photograph: Simon Mooney