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Docklands
Visiting Docklands is not just for work - it is also one of the most attractive parts of London. It's an exquisite place to be in the evenings, with beautifully lit buildings and the spectacular Docklands Light Railway. The area is also accessible for walking, with bridges over the many wharfs and DLR stations that are within a short distance of each other.
The area suffered heavy bombing during the Second World War and a decline in its Port Activities in the 1960s and 1970s. But it has enjoyed economic rejuvenation and regeneration since the early 1990s, and has now become a very popular place to live amongst the city workers.
There are many restaurants within the Canary Wharf and West India Quay areas with great views. There is also a shopping mall within the Canary Wharf complex with a cinema and restaurants inside to complement it.
Pick of the area
Restaurants
La Tasca Amerigo Vespucci Carluccios The Narrow Royal China Parlour - 2011 Best Thames Local nomination The Fine Line - 2011 Best thames Local nomination Crown Plaza Hotel restaurant - 2011 Best Thames Local nomination Hilton London Docklands restaurant - 2011 Best Thames Local nomination Carluccio's - a 2011 Best Thames Local nomination More info
Pubs
The Grapes - a 2011 Best Thames Local nomination The George Pepper Saint Ontiod Booty's More info
Wine Bars
All Bar One Bar 38 More info
Cafes
Vesuvio
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Special Events:
The Museum in Docklands in the West India Quay has regular exhibitions. Some of the other events include; the Canary Wharf Jazz festival and the Summer Screen which broadcasts live sporting events in Canada Square. More events at www.wharf.co.uk
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