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Embankment Wall, Railings And Steps
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Embankment Wall, Railings And Steps — wall in Tower Hamlets, London, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Nearest railway station
- Blackwall · 0.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Embankment Wall, Railings And Steps is a place of interest in London. Officially recognised as Grade II listed building. It sits within the Poplar and Limehouse parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Blackwall, about 0.2 km away. Postcode area E14.
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Official information
The Blackwall Line is a public art commission located in Blackwall, London, featuring a large-scale sculpture and a ceramic printed window design. The artwork is inspired by the local history and the Hercules Rope Works, incorporating elements like the Blackwall Hitch knot and community engagement through creative workshops.
Place summary
Embankment Wall, Railings and Steps is located in the Tower Hamlets area of London (postcode E14). This structure is a Grade II listed building, recognised for its architectural and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5097, -0.0066
- District
- Tower Hamlets
- Parish
- Tower Hamlets, unparished area
- Postcode
- E14 9RY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Poplar and Limehouse
- Nearest railway station
- Blackwall — 0.2 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26318242 (CC0)
- commons: London Borough of Tower Hamlets - Embankment Wall, Railings And Steps - 20230910141601.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Embankment Wall, Railings And Steps?
- Embankment Wall, Railings And Steps is in London, United Kingdom (postcode E14 9RY), in the parish of Tower Hamlets, unparished area.
- What is Embankment Wall, Railings And Steps?
- Embankment Wall, Railings And Steps — wall in Tower Hamlets, London, England, UK.
- How do I get to Embankment Wall, Railings And Steps?
- The nearest railway station is Blackwall, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode E14 9RY.
- Is Embankment Wall, Railings And Steps a listed building?
- Embankment Wall, Railings And Steps is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Embankment Wall, Railings And Steps free to visit?
- Yes, Embankment Wall, Railings And Steps is free to enter.
- How do I get to Embankment Wall, Railings And Steps?
- The nearest railway station is Blackwall, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode E14 9RY.