Canal locks · London
Former West Entrance Lock To South Dock, West India Docks
In or near City of London.
Former West Entrance Lock To South Dock, West India Docks — lock in Tower Hamlets, London, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Heron Quays · 0.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Former West Entrance Lock To South Dock, West India Docks is a canal lock in the United Kingdom. Heritage designation: Grade II listed building. Wikidata describes it as: "lock in Tower Hamlets, London, England, UK". Coordinates: 51.5032°, -0.0259°.
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Official information
The Former West Entrance Lock to South Dock features the artwork 'Vanishing Point' by Jay Battle, which resembles the shell of a mythical sea creature. The piece is made from Derbyshire stone and steel, and is located at Westferry Circus.
Place summary
The Former West Entrance Lock to South Dock is located in London’s West India Docks. This Grade II listed building is notable for its historical significance within the docklands, reflecting the area's maritime heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5032, -0.0259
- District
- Tower Hamlets
- Parish
- Tower Hamlets, unparished area
- Postcode
- E14 8JT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Poplar and Limehouse
- Nearest railway station
- Heron Quays — 0.3 km
- Official site
- canarywharf.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q27081847 (CC0)
- commons: HE1242444 Former West Entrance Lock To South Dock, West India Docks (4).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Former West Entrance Lock To South Dock, West India Docks?
- Former West Entrance Lock To South Dock, West India Docks is in London, United Kingdom (postcode E14 8JT), in the parish of Tower Hamlets, unparished area.
- What is Former West Entrance Lock To South Dock, West India Docks?
- Former West Entrance Lock To South Dock, West India Docks — lock in Tower Hamlets, London, England, UK.
- How do I get to Former West Entrance Lock To South Dock, West India Docks?
- The nearest railway station is Heron Quays, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode E14 8JT.
- Is Former West Entrance Lock To South Dock, West India Docks a listed building?
- Former West Entrance Lock To South Dock, West India Docks is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Former West Entrance Lock To South Dock, West India Docks free to visit?
- Yes, Former West Entrance Lock To South Dock, West India Docks is free to enter.
- How do I get to Former West Entrance Lock To South Dock, West India Docks?
- The nearest railway station is Heron Quays, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode E14 8JT.