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T h e V i e w f r o m T h e S h a r d h a s f a s t b e c o m e o n e o f
t h e m o s t s o u g h t a f t e r e v e n t s p a c e s i n L o n d o n .
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accessible point of The Shard, level 72, an open-air viewing platform exposed to the elements and sounds of the city below, for the chance to gaze up to the shards of glass that form the top of the sculptural building as they disappear into the sky.
The View from The Shard is a truly unique new venue for London and the perfect setting for a wide range of exclusive events.
The View is situated at the top of The Shard, on floors 68, 69 and 72 and is almost twice the height of any other viewing platform in London. It is the only place to experience 1,000 years of history with views of up to 40 miles across one of the greatest cities on earth.
The View offers a triple-height viewing gallery on level 69, with unrivalled 360 degree views. Guests may also ascend to the highest
Designed by Master Architect Renzo Piano and at a height of 1,016ft (310m), The Shard is the tallest building in Western Europe, and has already become a symbol of
London, recognisable throughout the world.
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The GherkinSt. Pauls’ CathedralWembley Stadium
Buckingham Palace
Tate Modern
Houses of Parliament
Battersea Power Station
Strata Elephant and Castle
Crystal Palace
London Eye
Canary Wharf
Tower of London
Olympic Stadium
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Level 69 2,592 sqft
Combined area: 5,456 sqft
Level 72 2,864 sqft
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T h e V e n u e
Level 1 Upon arrival guests begin their exploration of the UK’s capital through a selection of digital visual displays which can be personalised for your event.
Level 68 High-speed lifts whisk guests to Level 68, where a cloudscape will create the impression of being on a different plane above the world.
Level 69 In the triple-height, light-filled main gallery, the spectacular view is fully revealed, enabling guests to explore London in every direction for up to 40 miles.
Level 72 The highest publicly accessible level of The Shard, this floor is exposed to the elements and offers the chance to experience the sounds of the city
beneath. Gaze up to the shards of glass that form the top of the sculptural building as they disappear into the sky.
Guests arrive at the The View from The Shard’s private entrance on Joiner Street, from there they will take a unique journey by kaleidoscopic lifts travelling 6 metres per second.
With a combined 5456 sqft The View can accommodate up to 400 guests during the summer months (300 in winter) for a standing reception and is also available to smaller groups for very special private seated dinners.
When hiring The View your event benefits from the following elements, all included in the hire fee:
• Exclusive use of the full attractionincluding the open air floor on Level 72
• A teamof trainedguestambassadorsto aid the smooth running of your event
• Planning and event managementfrom events-industry professionals with years of experience
• Highly professional and discreetsecurity team
Breakfast meetingsAvailablefrom7am–9.30am,startyourmorning with a breakfast served on Level 69 and inspire your guests with the view over London during sunrise.
Evening EventsPlanyoureventfrom7pmasthesunsetsover London, watch as the city lights up and dazzle your guests under the stars.
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Built around a central core with 360° views of London, The View from The Shard offers a versatile space for a wide range of events.
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The View from The Shard is just outside London Bridge tube/train station. The entrance is on Joiner Street, just off St Thomas’ Street. From the upper concourse, take the escalator beside The Shard down to Joiner Street.
London Underground The London Bridge station serves the Northern Line and the Jubilee Line, connecting The View to London’s key districts–BondStreettothewest,theCity to the north and Canary Wharf to theeast–inlessthan10minutes.
TrainLondon Bridge Station is London’s main interchange for South London serving First Capital Connect, Southeastern
and Southern Railway services, connecting London Bridge with to Bedford, Brighton, Southampton and much of Kent. International visitors can use the capital’s airport network and theEurostarterminalatStPancras,15minutes away.
BusBuses that stop near London Bridge Station include: 43, 48, 141, 149, 521, 17, 21, 35, 40, 47, 133, 343, 381, RV1.
BoatCityCruise’sBoattoTowerPierdepartsfrom either Waterloo, Westminster or Greenwich piers, running services every 30mins in the summer and every 35mins in the winter. Visit their
website (www.citycruises.com) for a full timetable. Thames Clippers also runservicesbetweenLondonEyeandNorth Greenwich every 30mins. Visit their website (www.thamesclippers.com) for full details.
CarThere are no parking or drop off facilities at The Shard. There are a number of privately owned car parks in the local area, the nearest being around five minutes’ walk away.
The Shard is located beside London Bridge Station and offers great connectivity through a single transport interchange for London Underground, mainline, road and water taxis, buses, ferries, cycle and pedestrian routes.
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