A TINY island found inside a busy UK city will open to the public later this month. Found on the River Thames in Twickenham, Eel Pie Island is home to around 120 people. 4 Found on the River Thames in Twickenham, Eel Pie Island opens to the public on select weekends throughout the year Credit: Alamy 4 Eel Pie Island is home to around 120 people Credit: Alamy The name is believed to have come from the eel pies, which were served on the island back in the 19 th century.
The tiny island is mainly used by artists living there, including painters, potters and sculptors. It's not an easy place to visit because tourists and holidaymakers are banned from stepping foot on the island . However, the artists open their studios to the public on set days throughout the year.
Visitors to the island will be able to talk to the locals about their art and may be able to purchase a piece of artwork or two. This summer, the residents of Eel Pie Island will open their studios for two weekends of the year. The island will open for two weekends this summer, on June 29 and 30 and July 6 and 7.
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