London’s Canary Wharf is both a fascinating spectacle of iconic architecture, and one of the fastest developing high-rise areas in the UK! Despite the influx of new buildings, Canary Wharf will always be most well-known for its original skyscraper — the…
For any property owner or a tenant in a leasehold development in the UK, you will be familiar with two types of additional charges directly relating to the property — ground rent and services charges. Service charges are additional fees…
Take a closer look between the skyscrapers that dominate the Canary Wharf skyline and, at times, you may find a range of super yachts moored there! Occasionally, there are also specialist military boats too. As Canary Wharf is quite literally…
If you’re a coffee lover, then you’ll know that there’s nothing better than finding a great speciality coffee shop. And if you’re lucky enough to be in Canary Wharf, then you’re in for a real treat! The coffee scene has…
It is no secret that the United Kingdom’s two financial districts are closely linked. Metaphorically — and physically — by the autonomous Docklands Light Railway. However, while the City of London has been a trading hub for centuries, the UKs…
When most people think of Canary Wharf, they imagine the shiny skyscrapers and busy streets that form this iconic area of London. But who actually owns this estate, and is it private or public property? In this article, we will…
30 Harbord Square Quick look Affordable vs market rent comparison Income required to rent at 30 Harbord Square Who can apply? 50/65 Harbord Square Quick look 50-65 Harbord Square rental types Wood Wharf’s affordable homes: 3 top benefits 1. Well-run…
The London skyline is changing. Once dominated by the spires of Westminster Abbey and St. Paul’s Cathedral, the city is now being reshaped by a new generation of skyscrapers. The most striking example of this transformation is Canary Wharf. Built…
Looking for a date night out, or to take the kids to the cinema? With two permanent cinemas and in Canary Wharf alongside the estate’s pop-up summer screens, there is something for everyone! Everyman Cinema offers a unique experience with…
Like many areas of London, Canary Wharf has a variety of authentic cuisine from across the globe. Food options cover everything from traditional breakfast cafés, to Taiwanese bubble tea! Despite Covid-19, and its exceptionally hard hit to the restaurant industry,…
New Providence Wharf is the name given to Ballymore’s expansive riverside complex, located a short distance to the northeast of Canary Wharf. The development is centred around two towering blocks — 31-storey Ontario Tower and 43-storey Charrington Tower — also…
Billingsgate fish market — sometimes known as Canary Wharf fish market — is not only London’s largest fish market, it’s the largest inland fish market in the UK! Located on the northern edge of the Canary Wharf financial centre, this…
Horizon Tower is a two building development a short walk away from Canary Wharf. The development consists of two mid-rise towers, rising to 26 and 7 stories. Designed by RMA architects, the Telford homes development is located to the immediate…
There are plenty of things to do in Canary Wharf. But, it’s fair to say that at first glance, the area doesn’t appear particularly child-friendly. Canary Wharf was once solely packed with glistening skyscrapers, corporate offices, and high-end restaurants! However,…
Every so often, all you want is a drink with a view. With its towering skyline, as one of the tallest area’s in the UK, it’s no surprise to find there are plenty of sky bars in Canary Wharf. There’s…
The latest designs for One Park Place in Canary Wharf take a dramatic turn from previously accepted plans. Replacing the giant, blocky office buildings of old, Skidmore Owings and Merrill have designed a slender 200 m + residential tower. The ambitious…
Manhattan living comes to the UK! Nestled in the centre of the rapidly expanding Wood Wharf residential district lies 8 Harbord Square. At 12-storeys with brick construction, you might be forgiven for thinking it is overshadowed by its towering neighbours…
Embracing public transport and ditching the car, Canary Wharf, alongside the wider Isle of Dogs area, is awash with carshare schemes: public transport hubs, and even E-scooters. But there is one entirely carbon-free way of getting around, cycling! With the…
With thousands of new apartments springing up across the Isle of Dogs, this corner of London is seeing a giant influx of residents. As a long-term resident, when I first looked at buying a flat in Canary Wharf I found…
McDonald’s in Canary Wharf is back — well, shortly! An ambitious scheme to redevelop the 0.4 hectares, 2 Trafalgar Way site that acts as a gateway to Canary Wharf from Blackwall is finally underway. The approved plans create 3 towering…
Pop-up ice rinks with scenic backgrounds of London’s most famous buildings are a family favourite, and arguably the best part of winter in London. From the Natural History museum; to Hampton Court Palace, Tower Bridge, and of course, Canary Wharf’s…
While the dockland’s development might have once had a reputation for having little to do, 40 years of regeneration has sparked a wealth of activities. The once empty docks are now a buzzing community and in 2021, there are plenty…
As Canary Wharf’s population has grown, the selection of gyms has expanded rapidly! Many new developments already have luxury residents gyms, as a result, standalone gyms have had to up their game and provide significantly more offerings. There are climbing…
Overview The Baltimore Wharf apartments were constructed in the first phase of a larger redevelopment known as Baltimore Wharf. The apartments were built by developer Ballymore, with later phases of Baltimore Wharf constructed by Galliard. Designed by architects Skidmore Owings…
