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I never get bored of shooting Tower Bridge.
It's look can vary from minute to minute; the bridge, the ambient light, reflections on the Thames, the skies...so many excuses to take another shot!
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A secluded garden, in a bombed out gothic church, in the heart of London. A favourite haunt of mine.
'Two New Ludgate'. Detail of new office building opposite the Old Bailey in the city of London. Architects: Sauerbruch Hutton, 2015.
7 More London
7 More London is the final and largest building to be constructed under the masterplan for the More London site. The 10 storey, 60 000 building incorporates 48 000m of office space located above ground floor retail units. Construction of the building’s shell is complete; its glazed, symmetrical wings of offices open out to embrace the river revealing a hollow circular drum, housing the reception, at its core. Three curved bridges connect these two wings at levels two, five and eight, while at the rear the building’s southern elevation drops to seven storeys to respect the existing buildings along Tooley Street. Inside work is underway to fit out the offices ready for the building’s 6000 occupants, which will have moved in to their new home by May 2011.
More London is a development on the south bank of the River Thames, immediately south-west of Tower Bridge in London. The southern exit is on Tooley Street.
An alternate angle on this Canary Wharf Station entrance hall. This has a slightly more pleasing symmetry compared to the oblique perspective of the other shot.
I'm not sure quite why I'm drawn to this so much, but possibly it's because this is so difference in style and tone to any other tube station. It's kind of imposing and inscrutable ...
Another angle on this brutalist classic, rendered with the 48Mp main camera of the iPhone 14 Pro ...
The Tour was well worth The Price of Admission (35.£) + a behind-The-Scene's Tour....well worth the 35 Quid Cost.(IMHO)
You'll get the chance to learn all about the Power Station’s fascinating history and enjoy exclusive access to the beautifully restored Art Deco masterpiece, Control Room A.
Control Room A is the 1st of the Grade II* listed building’s
2 original Control Rooms which managed the distribution of electricity across London from the early 1930s.
From the 1930s to 1980s, Battersea Power Station
was a working Coal-fired-Power Station.
At its peak, it was producing 20% of London’s power,
supplying electricity to some of London’s most recognizable landmarks, such as
the Houses of Parliament & Buckingham Palace.
I imagine...that's why The NAZI's tried bombing it..
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I know I've posted several shots of this view before, but this is the widest angle view I've taken so far. This is with the Fuji 10-24mm lens at 10mm (15mm equivalent) hand-held.
I did plan to take an ultra-wide shot of the newsroom with the X-E2, but there were people sitting too near to my intended vantage point, and I felt rather inhibited taking pictures right next to where people are working!
So this shot of the outside is a poor consolation prize after that failure to assert my photographic presence ...
Formerly known as Space House, built in 1966, the architects were R Seifert & Partners. This is 1 Kemble Street, Holborn, London.
The tranquility of this long exposure shot of Tower Bridge slightly belies the moderate chaos going on behind me as there were hundreds of people out on the steps and lawn next to the City Hall building, smoking, drinking and blaring out tinny music from bluetooth speakers!
Just goes to show you the way in which photographs are only half the story ...
Step into a wonderland of sweets, sparkle, and seasonal tradition at Fortnum & Mason, the legendary London department store that has defined luxury and refinement since 1707. This image captures the store’s famous confectionery counter during the Christmas holidays, where color, craftsmanship, and tradition merge into an unforgettable retail experience.
At the center of the photo stands a towering glass apothecary jar filled with sugared almonds, surrounded by glass cases overflowing with seasonal pastries, biscuits, Turkish delights, and hand-wrapped sweets. Jewel-toned gift boxes wrapped in red ribbons and Fortnum’s signature eau de nil turquoise are stacked like treasures beneath a golden chandelier. Overhead, a vintage-style crystal chandelier glows warmly, suspended beneath a gilded ceiling rosette—adding an extra touch of old-world elegance to the festive scene.
The store’s red carpet and white-marble countertops lend an air of formality to the indulgent displays, while crowds of bundled-up holiday shoppers bustle in the background. Each customer seems as enchanted as the last, moving through an atmosphere filled with nostalgia, luxury, and joy. In the distance, a Christmas tree adorned with bright baubles anchors the holiday spirit, while signs politely direct guests to “Please Pay Here.”
This isn’t just a food counter; it’s a ritual, a pilgrimage, a spectacle. At Christmastime, Fortnum & Mason becomes one of London’s most beloved destinations, especially for those in search of decadent hampers, rare teas, seasonal preserves, and once-a-year indulgences. Many Londoners and travelers make visiting Fortnum’s a cherished annual tradition, drawn by the elegance of its holiday displays and the romance of its historic interiors.
Founded in the reign of Queen Anne and still holding multiple Royal Warrants, Fortnum & Mason is an icon of British heritage. Every detail, from the handwritten labels on sweets to the layout of the confectionery itself, is steeped in a commitment to presentation and experience. During Christmas, this devotion reaches its peak—delivering not just products, but lasting memories.
This photograph preserves that memory in vibrant color and warmth. The golden tones of the chandelier light up the delicate textures of spun sugar and polished marble, while the shoppers’ expressions hint at the awe that Fortnum’s inspires. Every wrapped package is not just a gift, but a symbol of tradition and joy shared across generations.
For fans of holiday travel, London at Christmas, or luxury retail photography, this image offers an inside look at one of the world's most enchanting seasonal scenes.
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The same place as previously only a few days later. My friend and I were in the area getting pizzas and beers, the light was pretty cool however, so I decided to get a photo.
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A little shot of the current developments around the St George Wharf area at Vauxhall. Slowly but surely the landscape is filling up with new towers month by month ...
Shortly to be demolished. Finchley, North London - July 2014 (Photo taken on my iPhone)
Update: This building was eventually demolished in October 2015.
Came to the Millennium Bridge with my good buddy Carlos. We thought that we’d get some arty long expo shots of people walking over the bridge. Shame they came out looking like mud. Reckon that the exposures were too long. You live and learn.
It was a tad sunny for classic B&W LE but we had a go and here is one of my efforts. I now wish that I had moved more to the left.
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The 36th floor of 20 Fenchurch Street (the Sky Garden), in the Walkie Talkie building. The sunset was amazing.
Blue Hour over St George Wharf and Vauxhall Bridge. Featured in the Guardian newspaper on 24th May, 2016 and in print on the 25th of May, 2016.
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Another shot from outside the front door of the Beeb, just as I was leaving the building earlier.
I just really liked the light that we had this evening, with the warm glow on the Bath stone of the church contrasted with the grey moodiness of the sky behind ...
Cheapside is the name of the street below, which once upon a time was described as "the busiest thoroughfare in the world", nowdays its lined by pretty dull offices, although theres still some gems to be found there. Like, for instance, St Mary-le-Bow church, in the foreground, designed by Wren and built in 1671-1673, with the spire added in 1680. Beyond we can see the City towers - Heron, T42, Swiss-Re, Leadenhall, Lloyds, Willis, and 20 Fenchurch. Still further we can see Isle of Dogs.
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This is a detail shot of the top of the St. Pancras International train shed roof. I liked that there was a clear blue sky when I took this shot, as it afforded great contrast to the building when in monochrome.
Leadenhall Market in the centre of London has a long and fascinating history. It's located in what was once the epicentre of Roman London and has had several notable incarnations, first becoming the sort of covered market you see today when it was rebuilt after The Great Fire of London in 1666.
The market appeared in the first Harry Potter film as the atmospheric Diagon Alley. Both Harry and Hagrid were filmed wandering to the popular wizarding pub, The Leaky Cauldron, in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. It’s not the only film that Leadenhall Market has appeared in, as it also provided a backdrop in Tinker, Tailor, Solder, Spy and director Clint Eastwood’s fantasy-drama Hearafter, among others.
Dating back to the 14th century, Leadenhall Market was initially a meat, poultry and game market, although it is now home to numerous boutique retailers, swanky wine bars, restaurants and an award-winning pub. The current ornate roof structure, painted in a mix of green, maroon and cream, was designed by London architect Horace Jones in 1881 and is now Grade II listed.
The view you see here is from the pedestrian tunnel leading under Westminster Bridge, looking out towards Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. Given light contrast I am happy how this has come out. I have seen this view a number of times here on Flickr and wished to capture it myself. Ticked off the list!
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