Piehouse Co-Op in Deptford – Relaunching with 10 Unmissable Shows & Events
The legendary inclusive and radical venue Matchstick Piehouse is back as a workers’ co-op in Deptford’s arches. The revolutionary programming & underground-but-friendly vibe is unlike anything else in London. To experience true DIY culture, head south from Dalston Junction to New Cross and take a short walk to this archway of wonder.
Piehouse Co-Op | Railway Arches, 213-214 Edward St, London, SE8 5HD | Check Instagram for Listings
In our experience, pretty much everything at the Piehouse is amazing – but we’ve picked out some top picks from the opening line up of events…
13 March 2025: How To Catch a Poet – Rael, Liv Wynter, Flint, MORE TBA + Open Mic
Raise money for the Piehouse fund, and see true words spoken by Flint, Rael and more. Hosted by Liv Wynter, with more acts TBA!
22 March 2025: Drag Down the Borders
An avalanche of drag talent heads to the Piehouse to raise money for important barrier-smashing charities.
27 March 2025: Miss Ellaneous, Teen Detectives
Episode 12 of this riotous, anticompetitive, shit-show showcase of some of the best unhinged misfits in the biz. We loved the previous editions. Expect the unexpected.
29 March 2025: Testo Hunkie: Guys & Dolls Edition
A Guys & Dolls-themed celebration of trans masculinities, with arm wrestling at 9pm!
4 April 2025: MEDIAEVAL CABARET x Bells, Bile & Beasts
Step into a wild, immersive Mediaeval Cabaret of bawdy wenches, a fallen druid, and the infamous Night Soil Man. Surrender to the chaos in this riotous, no-holds-barred feast of debauchery and delight!
5 April 2025: This Is My Culture Spring Party 2025
From the cruising hotspots of Hampstead Heath to the pulsating rhythms of the dancefloor, this activist party celebrates and honours George Michael and our LGBTIQA culture in all seasons.
I am Joint Editor at To Do List. I like free, cheap & offbeat London, especially: cabaret, art, theatre, pop-ups, eating out, quirky films, museums, day trips, social enterprise & much more.
