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Local guide to 20

This document has been produced by BP graduates to provide you with local area and transport information. An introduction to

Canary Wharf began as an urban regeneration project in 1988 and its first buildings opened in 1991. Since then, it has gone through near constant expansion and is now a world leading financial centre. The development of large residential projects, restaurants and a shopping centre in Canary Wharf, has made the Docklands a popular area to work and live in for many people. Canary Wharf is an exciting place to work, with the city centre a tube away and surrounded by some of the biggest multi-national companies in the world.

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Local Guide to How to get there

20 Canada Square is situated in Address Bus 20 Canada Square, Canary Wharf, Canary Wharf is served by 277, D3, D7, D8, N50 Canary Wharf in . London, E14 5NJ and the City Airport shuttle bus. It is the business hub of the city. Useful contact details Taxi Reception: (0)20 7948 5500 There are taxi ranks throughout Canary Wharf. By road Air City/West End via and is 10 minutes away. link (A1203). Take the exit to Canary A shuttle bus runs from the airport to Canary Wharf. Wharf every 10 minutes and on to Liverpool North via the A102(M) Street. Tel: 020 7646 0088 or visit South via the (A102) or via the www.londoncityairport.com Tunnel (A101) East via the A13 River A commuter river bus service operates from a Underground/Trains number of piers. Phone for to Canary Wharf (zone 2) details: 020 7977 6892 or see the website for details. (DLR) From Bank, Tower Gateway, Stratford, or to Canary Wharf or Heron Quays stations. South West Trains Although not a direct link to Canary Wharf South West Trains run into London Waterloo which connects with the Jubilee Line.

Local Guide to 20 Canada Square Local area overview and accommodation

London is one of the world’s most diverse cities both by population Accommodation hints and tips background, and by the breadth of areas to live in. Here is a quick guide as to which areas, within an easy commuting distance, would • Below you will find a few useful hints and tips that previous graduates be best to look at whilst staying in London. and interns have mentioned, that could make staying in London a lot easier. Docklands • If you decide to rent, it is important to register with your local council Blackwall, Isle of Dogs, Limehouse, , Poplar, Beckton and as soon as you move into the local area. Doing so will avoid a large Arsenal. All these areas are serviced by the DLR and local council tax bill later in the year. buses which can provide a quick commute into the office but prices • If you are renting make sure you are not tied into any expensive utility can vary considerably, so best to shop around. These areas have easy Accommodation contracts. Self catered shared apartments have been held for links to , the newly opened Westfield shopping centre and of course the Olympic Park. • London estate agents are often happy to let you view the property via you to take up should you wish to live with other Skype. interns. These are located in Liberty Court, South West London • Don’t tie yourself into anything longer than your employment Farringdon. for those interested please email , , Waterloo, . These areas are reachable contract. [email protected] by the tube network and suburban main line rail from Waterloo and Victoria rail stations. An area popular with • Your landlord should pay for any repair costs needed for your It can be difficult finding accommodation in London, young professionals with a wide variety of bars and restaurants and accommodation if things go wrong. If you have to pay for repairs, keep all receipts and ensure you are reimbursed. especially if you are on a budget. Living with friends, easy access to . ln a house/flat share or in University halls can cut North London • If sharing with strangers, suggest you meet with them beforehand to down costs. Below are links various accommodation gauge their personalities and whether they are people that you can Park, Angel, , . These areas are popular live with. websites: with students with access to central London via the Northern line, • Some estate agents can charge large fees to find you accommodation www.spareroom.co.uk line, and rail services. The main local attractions for the area are Shoreditch, so always ask what their service fee is before asking for their services. www.roombuddies.com and Camden Market as they both have a variety of different stalls as • When you move to London take time to familiarize yourself with the www.gumtree.co.uk www.rightmove.com well as a busy nightlife with many bars and in the area. A large local area, work out which areas are best avoided and plan routes www.zoopla.com and easy to access park is situated in with plenty of home. restaurants to choose from and large open spaces. • Before you start, take time to travel to 20 Canada Square so that you www.foxtons.co.uk www.blackkatz.com know where you are going and how long it will take for you to get Liberty Living there. University Rooms • Get in touch with the other BP interns, they may be looking for Citadines – Aparthotel accommodation in a similar area to you, and in most cases you will be able to save money if sharing the cost Citadines – Aparthotel Barbican of rent.

Local Guide to 20 Canada Square Useful tips and links

Shopping in London Leisure in London is the main area for all high street stores in London. It London is the city of leisure and entertainment, so try your best is centrally located in London and a great attraction for tourists. to take advantage of what is available: theatre, live music, is located just off Oxford Street and tailors to high end restaurants, bars, nightclubs, cinema, parks, festivals. and designer fashion establishments. Below are some useful websites that can help you is again centrally located in the city and combines navigate around London and Canary Wharf. shopping with local entertainment and restaurants. www.mycanarywharf.com High Street Kensington is located in and is in close This will provide you with full listings of shops, businesses and proximity to Hyde Park and . restaurants in Canary Wharf as well as area maps and station information. www.tfl.gov.uk This will give you the latest transport service updates, a route planner and notification of engineering works and disruptions. www.gumtree.co.uk Private listings provider including: flat shares, second hand goods and event postings. www.timeout.com/london Information about bars, restaurants, museums and events going on all over London. www.residentadvisor.com Information on local events and leisure activities.

Local Guide to 20 Canada Square