Iconic British artist Yinka Ilori designs Canary Wharf's first ever basketball court

Bank Street Park, Canary Wharf
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Covid 19 Information
The court adds to the range of open-air spaces in which visitors can enjoy themselves in a covid-secure environment at Canary Wharf. The opening also coincides with a wider summer events programme, where the Estate will be brimming with sport, music, art, and a family festival, throughout the warmer months.
Event has ended
This event ended on Tuesday 31st of August 2021
Admission
Free for public use (unless tournaments or scheduled classes are in-play)
Venue Information
Canary Wharf Tower
Canary Wharf, E14 5EW
Nearest Tube/Rail Stations
Heron Quays 0.10 miles

World renowned artist, Yinka Ilori, transformed Bank Street Park in Canary Wharf, with a colourful and captivating basketball court. Unique to the Estate, the space exerts a mesmerising display of colours and striking patterns.

The basketball court is the first of its kind to open at Canary Wharf and has been specifically designed for the 3x3 style of play, where three on each side compete using just one basketball hoop. Players are welcomed to free throw and swish whilst surrounded by the artist’s recognisable and colour-obsessed style, that will cover the entirety of the court’s surface and surrounding walls.

With the theme ‘be the best you can be’, the creative court has been designed to inspire visitors with a sense of hope and optimism as the nation begins to emerge from a very challenging year.

Fusing his British and Nigerian heritage, Yinka tells a beautiful story of contemporary design and vibrancy with this playful and eye-catching installation. The internationally commended artist believes that design and architecture should be for everyone, and this inclusive and interactive artwork is the perfect example of this belief in practice.

The creative works of Yinka add to Canary Wharf’s ever-growing portfolio of public art that now features over 75 permanent works by over 50 world-renowned artists and crafts people. The showcase is one of the UK’s largest collections of public art and is all free to enjoy in the calming green spaces on the Estate.

A series of additional activities will be hosted at the court throughout the summer months, including tournaments, classes, and events. A charity event will also be run in August with well-known basketball coach, Gary Maitland, in partnership with AFK – a charity that supports disabled children and young people.

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