Destination Southwark Southwark benefits from being a part of London, a global city and international destination of choice for dozens of businesses across a wide range of sectors – particularly culture and the arts. It is home to world-famous attractions including the Tate Modern, Borough Market, Tower Bridge and Dulwich Picture Gallery, as well the Shard which is considered by many to be an architectural jewel in London’s crown. Bankside is one of London’s leading cultural quarters, having evolved from a rich, diverse and authentic heritage. Kate Poulter of Better Bankside Business Improvement District (BID) says: “This is a place where people have come to experience culture for more than one thousand years. It’s now home to some of London’s most visited and renowned cultural institutions. “With five of London’s bridges leading to the area, and various major transport hubs within easy reach, Bankside is a very connected neighbourhood. It’s a well-known but ever-evolving part of the city. Ghost signs are a visible insight into Bankside’s commercial heritage and the architecture of the neighbourhood reveals layers of industrial history, from Victorian warehousing to The Hop Exchange, Bankside Power Station and mighty railway arches. Today, talent in Bankside powers the new economy – from architects and designers to Borough Market’s artisan producers.”
“This is a place where
Destination of choice for businesses The borough of Southwark is a hive of activity and opportunity. Boasting a rich and proud history, it has a strong sense of community and a fantastic ability to transform the lives of the people who work and live there. 8 Southwark BUSINESS TODAY
people have come to experience culture for more than one thousand years. It’s now home to some of London’s most visited and renowned cultural institutions.”
