Around The Taper Building, SE1

Lifestyle

Published: 17/10/2016

If you’ve read the newspapers, you will have seen scare stories discussing the housing supply and demand problems in London.There are constant rumours of developers refusing to invest in new properties, and these tales are deterring young professionals and families from moving to the city. Of course, when you delve deeper, you find that this isn’t true at all. In fact, there are a number of exciting new developments popping up in London, with one of the most appealing being the Taper Building, SE1.

Why is the Taper Building so notable? The main reason is because the development is located right in the heart of SE1, which is fast becoming one of the best places to live in London. While Central London is traditionally known as being the social and entertainment capital of the country, there’s been a definite trend in recent years for businesses to start spreading out, creating new ‘hotspots’. SE1 is one of the these hotspots, but what makes it special is that, despite the influx of trendy eateries and bars, the area has still managed to maintain a great deal of its wonderful history and fascinating, rich culture.

The Taper Building for Food Lovers

Perhaps one of the best aspects of the Taper Building's location is that there’s practically anything you could ever ask for in terms of food. There’s everything from the busy little chip shop down the road, and the Victorian-style Royal Oak pub, to more modern places serving up tapas, cocktails, and fine cuisine – like Village East and Pizarro. And don’t forget that the Taper Building is just a 10 minute walk from Borough Market, which is undoubtedly one of the most diverse and lively food markets in the whole world!

The Taper Building for History & Culture Enthusiasts

Catch a show at the nearby Greenwood Theatre, browse the masterpieces at any one of the local art galleries such as Andrew Logan, Eames Fine Art, and White Cube, or enjoy a day out at the Fashion & Textile Museum or the London Glassblowing museum. With rotating exhibits, there’s always something new to see. It’s also well worth simply taking a stroll around the area. Check out the fantastic old gates in front of the Alaska Factory building, and St Mary Magdalen Church, which is more than 700 years old!

The Taper Building for Families

The area surrounding the Taper Building boasts a remarkable amount of green space, so it’s a great choice for families who want to live close to all the action, but still be able to take an after-dinner stroll to a relaxing and peaceful haven. Tabard Gardens and Guy Street Park both have a children’s play area, and Leathermarket Gardens has some lovely and easy going walking paths. There are plenty of family-friendly restaurants around, like Tower Tandoori, and Snowsfields Primary School get a very good rating from Ofsted.

Opportunities

The huge range of attraction, facilities, and things to do around the Taper Building means there are a number of job opportunities in SE1 within many different sectors. The Taper Building provides an amazing chance to live in one of London’s most up-and-coming areas. So what are you waiting for?