Bow Quarter

Bow Quarter is a historic gated community in Tower Hamlets, London, originally the site of the Bryant and May match factory, known for the significant Match Girls' strike of 1888 that led to improved labor conditions for women. Redeveloped in the 1980s, it features 733 modern flats and amenities set in landscaped grounds, while retaining its industrial heritage. The area has been home to various notable residents and has appeared in media, including the TV series If... and How to Start Your Own Country. Visitors can explore its unique blend of history and contemporary living.