We’re transforming a fascinating but forgotten heritage site in Clerkenwell into the UK’s centre for illustration, opening 2025.
New River Head
Discover the history of this unique former waterworks
Research
Our collaborations with communities, illustrators and researchers are exploring Islington’s stories
Viewing platform
Before the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration opens at New River Head you can get a glimpse of its derelict buildings from the viewing platform
Take a tour
Our virtual tour takes you inside the buildings we are working to restore
Join in
Help us transform New River Head into galleries, learning spaces and gardens
Venue hire
Use New River Head as a filming location or unit base