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The changing face of the East End in the '70s captured on film

Tony GrewLondon
Val Perrin Black and white image of two men in hats and overcoats at an outdoor market. They are chatting over a pile of trousers on a market stall.Val Perrin
Two men chat over the merchandise on sale in Brick Lane, early 1970s

The 1970s saw profound change in the communities of the East End of London.

The city's docks were closing, and with them a way of life for people living in the area was being lost.

At the same time new immigrants were arriving, bringing with them new cultures - and new cuisines - as they established themselves as Londoners.

A free exhibition of images from this time of change is on show in east London until December.

It showcases the work of a generation of photographers who gave a visibility to working-class experiences, in everyday spaces where local people could view images of themselves and their own communities, the Four Corners Gallery in Bethnal Green says.

A World Apart: Photographing Change in London's East End, 1970-76 is at the gallery on Roman Road until 6 December.

Diane Bush A black and white image of two steel drum players surrounded by children. Diane Bush
Paul Trevor A black and white image of an elderly man and woman sitting at a table in a pub - the table in front of them has many glasses on it. Paul Trevor
E1 Festival steel band performers, early 1970s
Mr and Mrs Kelleher in a members' pub, 1973

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