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The Shard laser light show – gallery
On Thursday 5th July 2012, to mark the inauguration of The Shard – now London and Western Europe’s tallest building – a laser light show beamed out of the glass and concrete. I watched the show from...
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Inside out: A rare chance to step inside the Lloyd’s Building at Open House
Unless you work in insurance, it’s highly unlikely you’ve ever stepped foot in the iconic Lloyd’s Building. Although since dwarfed by Heron Tower and the Gherkin since it was first built in the City of...
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A revolving restaurant and communications hub: History of the BT Tower in...
It’s a dominant symbol on the London skyline, yet many city dwellers don’t quite have the same affection for the BT Tower as other lofty landmarks. Maybe this is because most of us haven’t had the...
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Darwin Brasserie review: The best of British with a view at the ‘Walkie Talkie’
I love eating and drinking with a view. Like others, I have to admit I wasn’t quite sure about the 20 Fenchurch Street skyscraper – aka ‘the Walkie Talkie’ – when it was being built. However, with the...
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It’s what’s inside what counts! Visiting the Sky Garden at the ‘Walkie Talkie’
20 Fenchurch Street, aka as The Walkie Talkie, is one of London’s most controversial buildings. During construction, it hit the headlines in summer 2013 after the building ended up channelling the...
View ArticleVertigo 42 Champagne Bar review: Hope you’ve got a head for heights… and bubbles
The Shard’s viewing platform may have just opened 24 hours earlier, but last weekend I found myself at Vertigo 42 – a champagne bar located on the top floor of Tower 42 (formerly known as the Natwest...
View ArticleSushiSamba London review: A delicious, unique culinary experience with views...
In 2012, SushiSamba finally made its long-awaited arrival in London. Situated towards the top of the Heron Tower in the City of London, the restaurant is a welcome and unique addition to the city’s...
View ArticleSilent Disco at View From The Shard: Shaking your booty at 800ft
Silent Discos have been growing steadily in popularity in recent years. To an outsider, they admittedly do look rather bizarre to see people singing and dancing to no audible music. I’ve been to a...
View ArticleDuck & Waffle review: A pretty fabulous brunch on the 40th floor
Since opening in summer 2012, Duck & Waffle has been one of the hottest dining spots in town. Standing out with its 40th floor views of the city and its signature synonymous dish, the restaurant...
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