River and Walks
East Greenwich is a fantastic place to explore, with many riverside walks and cycling opportunities. From the stately grandeur of the Old Royal Naval College, the architectural gems of Trafalgar Road and Woolwich Road, the industrial charm of the riverside, all the way to the ultra modern arena and entertainment complex that is The O2.
Here are some links to help you explore
www.greenwich.gov.uk/greenwich/travel/cycling/
The Arches Leisure Centre
Use this link to find out more about the Arches Leisure Centre. With two pools, sauna, fitness centre and a host of group activities, you're sure to find something to suit.
www.gll.org.uk/arches-leisure-centre
Architecture and Industrial History
East Greenwich is awash with history from its time as a receiver of goods by river from abroad to having the largest gasworks in Europe situated on the Peninsula.
www.localhistorylink.com/london
The Forum @ Greenwich and people
The Forum is the Community Centre for the people of East Greenwich. Hosting many local groups and organisations, the Forum proves itself as a real hub of activity. Also a great café serving hot food and drinks.
Christchurch, East Greenwich, Church of England ,is attached to the Forum in it's own self contained Church.
www.theforumatgreenwich.org.uk
www.southwark.anglican.org/parishes/098bl1
East Greenwich Pleasaunce
Situated near a busy main road, this formal, tree-lined garden is a quiet haven that houses a burial ground for around 3,000 sailors who spent their last days at the local Greenwich Royal Hospital.
There is a children's playground, with a 'One O'clock Club' where children and parents can meet.
East Greenwich Library
A model library serving the community of East Greenwich.
The library has a small reference area and a range of reading groups meet, reflecting the diversity of the area.
Services on offer include:
free internet access and a range of software
books for loan including fiction, information, education and leisure
large print books
books on tape
videos and DVDs
music CDs.
For more information check out the library webpage on the Greenwich Council webpage