Wide-angle view of the Hays Galleria
The former Hays Wharf, which Hays sold in the early 1980s. It is now called Hays Galleria. Hays plc (LSE: HAS) is a British company providing recruitment and human resources services. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. Hay’s Galleria is a conversion of one of London’s most famous wharfs dating back to the 1900s. Near to London Bridge, the HMS Belfast and the Design Museum, the Galleria is an ideal setting to take in London whatever the weather, thanks to the covered atrium. Built in the 1850's, Hay's Wharf took deliveries from ships from all over the world and the area became known as the 'Larder of London'. The great Hay's Wharf complex has been restored to its former glory and those who visit the Galleria today stand on the same spot where the tea clippers from India and China edged their way into the dock 150 years ago. The Hays Galleria opened in 1987, part of 'London Bridge City' refurbishment that has created a new landscaped riverside walk, tourist information office and pier. The development has also provided some new commercial space for the area. This part of London used to play an important part in the shipping trade. In the mid 1850's Sir William Cubitt commissioned a new wharf to be built in the area bringing in many tea clippers from India and China. At one point over 80% of London's perishable goods passed through the wharf, which became known as the 'Larder of London'. It is daunting to stand here and thing that at one time the likes of the Cutty Sark and the Golden Hind could have been moored here unloading goods. Within the Hays Galleria is a water feature or fountain shaped like a boat which commemorates the past of Hays Wharf.
Size: 5050px × 3360px
Location: Hay's Galleria, Tooley Street, London SE1
Photo credit: © John Gaffen 2 / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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Keywords: architecture, building, buisness, centre, commerce, conversion, exterior, facade, historic, london, shopping, tourism, wharf
