Bankside, Southwark, London

Details

Accessibility:

Bankside has ramp access from Millennium Footbridge onto a pedestrianised walkway. Generally level ground but there will be pavements with raised curbs as in any city area.  Some pedestrian only areas.  If planning to visit a particular venue, please check directly with them for accessibility. Venues are well signposted.

Cycling and walking is encouraged in Bankside. Visit Bankside has produced some themed walking maps to encourage visitors or residents to discover the area:
http://www.visitbankside.com/itineraries
 Better Bankside has produced an accessible map specifically from  the RV1/381 bus stop on Southwark street to the Tate Modern. http://www.betterbankside.co.uk/news/rv1381-to-tate-disabled-access-map
They have also produced some walking maps aimed at people working in Bankside but are equally suitable for visitors as well:      http://www.betterbankside.co.uk/walking#toc-2

Better Bankside Wardens patrol the area and will help with any queries you may have.

Nearest car parks are in Great Suffolk Street (cash only, not 24hr) or the NCP across Southwark Bridge. Very limited Blue Badge on street parking.

Brief description:

Bankside is a district in the London Borough of Southwark situated on the banks of the Thames, it is an area rich in history and culture.  It has something to suit all tastes. Attractions to visit include the London Bridge Experience, Southwark Cathedral, Shakespeare's Globe Exhibition, the Tate Modern, Borough Market, Galleries, Museums, Music venues and Theatres. The futuristic skyscraper known as "The Shard" is also located in this area, and for details of its opening please see https://www.theviewfromtheshard.com/plan-your-visit/opening-times/

Address:

For enquiries about Better Bankside Business Improvement District and Bankside please contact:

Better Bankside, Bankside Community Space, 18 Great Guildford Street London SE1 0FD

Email:

mailto:info@betterbankside.co.uk

Phone:

020 7928 3998  (Better Bankside)

Website:

http://www.visitbankside.com/

Directions:

Bankside is centrally located opposite St Paul's Cathedral on the south side of the Thames, between London Bridge and Blackfriars Bridge. Direct access across the river via Southwark Bridge and the Millennium Footbridge. OS TQ  319 805

Transport:

The London Congestion Charge Zone ( https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/congestion-charge/congestion-charge-zone) runs from Monday to Friday and motorists have ample signage to alert them to the entry points; only vehicles that are registered by the DVLA as ‘Disabled Tax-Exempt’ are NOT liable to the Charge. Disabled Tax-Exempt drivers can also use the Dartford Crossing without charge, which is a river crossing to the east of London which links the north and south of the M25 orbital motorway.  Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) automatically identifies the registration number plate of these vehicles so that their owners do not need to take any additional action.
Bankside is within the Congestion Charge Zone. If travelling by car, for specific directions it is best to use a satnav, but please be aware that the route may take you in and out of the Central London Congestion Charge zone. It is best to approach Central London using the excellent public transport. 

Nearest Stations:  London Bridge, Waterloo, Southwark and Blackfriars. The new Blackfriars' Station southern entrance provides direct access to Bankside.

River Boat: Bankside. See: https://www.thamesclippers.com/  for information and timetable.
 
Bus:  18 bus routes serve the Bankside area. The RV1 service links lots of London attractions and is wheelchair accessible.

Bike Hire:   https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/cycling/santander-cycles 

See link for advice on travelling to Bankside:       http://www.visitbankside.com/getting-here
 
For more information on buses, trains, tube, cycle hire, airports and river traffic please contact Transport For London on 0343 222 1234 (Textphone 0800 112 3456). For further details on accessible services please see the website: https://tfl.gov.uk/

 Amenities:

A good selection of shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants and hotels to suit all budgets. Borough Market (closed Sunday) and  Albion Sunday Market.
Accessible toilets at Bankside Mix (near the Tate Modern) and Jubilee Place and Market Hall at Borough Market.