Events have been taking place across Haringey this week to mark Windrush Day, our annual celebration of the Windrush Generation and their legacy.
This year is particularly special as it marks the 75th anniversary of the HMT Empire Windrush landing at Tilbury Docks, bringing migrants from the Caribbean who played a vital role in rebuilding Britain following the devastation of the Second World War.
The anniversary was officially marked yesterday (Thursday 22 June 2023) as the Mayor of Haringey Cllr Lester Buxton and Deputy Mayor Cllr Ajda Ovat raised the Windrush Flag outside George Meehan House as part of a civic event which featured speeches from David Lammy MP and Haringey councillors, as well as music and spoken word performances.
This was part of a programme of events across the borough, including at Highgate Wood School, where TV legend Sir Trevor McDonald helped officially rename their Wren Building after the Windrush Generation.
Celebrations continue this weekend. Among the highlights is a day-long celebration at Bruce Castle Park and Museum, featuring vintage-inspired stalls, walking tours, film screenings music and much more.
