The Docklands area was for centuries the principal hub of British seaborne trade. In the latter part of the 20th century, many of the Docklands’ manufacturing plants and wharves were abandoned or given over to new residential and commercial developments.
Who built the London Docklands?
20th century
The docks were originally built and managed by a number of competing private companies. From 1909, they were managed by the Port of London Authority (PLA) which amalgamated the companies in a bid to make the docks more efficient and improve labour relations.
What was the early success of Docklands based on?
LDDC’s success was due to seizing opportunity and making maximum use of its assets. When American/Swiss banker Michael von Clemm visited West India Docks looking for a restaurant site, he became interested in the idea of building a back office.
When was the London Docklands built?
They were constructed in Wapping, downstream from the City of London between 1799 and 1815, at a cost exceeding £5½ million. Traditionally ships had docked at wharves on the River Thames, but by the late 1700s more capacity was needed.
Why did the Docklands need regeneration?
The damage done to the Docklands during the bombings of World War II effectively crippled the British economy, and much of the infrastructure was damaged beyond repair. After a brief resurgence in the 1950s, the London Docklands were essentially empty by the start of the 1980s.
Why is it called the DLR?
The origins of the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) can be traced back to 1982 when the London Docklands Development Corporation (LDDC) was created to coordinate the redevelopment of the Docklands area. It was clear that a new transport system was needed.
Why is London Docklands successful?
Commercial Development: There is a commercial/office market in Docklands. It attracted a lot of investment and international businesses. The docklands had led to the start of a new business district for London, including the Canary Wharf development as its centre-piece.
What was Docklands used for?
The Docklands area was for centuries the principal hub of British seaborne trade. In the latter part of the 20th century, many of the Docklands’ manufacturing plants and wharves were abandoned or given over to new residential and commercial developments.
Why did Docklands decline?
The two main causes of this was the increase in ship size meaning that deeper water was necessary so the docks were relocated to Tilbury, 20 miles downstream. The second cause was due to advances to transportation methods such as container ships and technological advances such as computerisation.
What were the pros and cons of the London Docklands Development?
Commercial Development: There is a commercial/office market in Docklands.
| ADVANTAGES | DISADVANTAGES |
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| It is close to the CBD (center of the city) which has a lot of services in it, as well as a lot of jobs to offer. | There is a limited space, so not everyone gets land there making the land very expensive |
Who lives in Docklands?
Docklands is located 2 kilometers west of the Melbourne CBD. Most residents are young professionals who are single or couples without kids who work nearby.
Can you swim in the Docklands?
You don’t need to book beforehand, and the club offer a range of facilities from safety staff and changing rooms to acclimatisation areas to help prevent cold shock. For an even larger swimming area, the London Royal Docklands provides open water swimming in Royal Victoria dock.
Why is Canary Wharf so named?
The origins behind the name ‘Canary Wharf’ come from the quay where vegetables and fruits from the Canary Islands were unloaded. In 1981 Michael Heseltine, Secretary of State for the Environment under Margret Thatcher, had set up the ‘London Docklands Development Corporation’ to regenerate the Docklands area.
What is the London Docklands like today?
London’s Docklands area was once the world’s largest port, welcoming cargo ships from all over the world. Nowadays, thanks to a vast regeneration programme which began in the 1980s and continues to this day, it has become a vibrant business and residential area.
When did the London Docklands go into decline?
The London Docklands Development Corporation
During the 19th century, London’s port was one of the busiest in the world, but by the end of the 1950s it was in significant decline with many of the docks derelict and abandoned.
How successful has the Docklands regeneration scheme been?
Was the regeneration successful? – In 2000 only 28,000 people worked there compared to 105,000 people now working there. 8,000 local authority homes being improved.
What does DLR mean in English?
Definition of ‘dlr’
1. dealer. Also: dlr. dollar. Word Frequency.
Why is DLR different to Tube?
The DLR is just like any other Tube line except that it’s above ground.
Why does the DLR have no barriers?
Because of the revenue management model. On each train is a train captain who carries out a number of functions including revenue protection (ie he or she checks the tickets). These checks are carried out with sufficient frequency to underwrite the DLR’s revenues.
Is Canary Wharf the old Docklands?
Until the mid 1960’s, Canary Wharf was a cargo warehouse at the centre of West India Docks at the heart of Docklands.
Who owns the district Docklands?
AsheMorgan
The District Docklands
| Interior of The District Docklands looking towards the Southern Star in 2009 | |
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| Wikimedia | © OpenStreetMap | |
| Opening date | October 21, 2008 (as Harbour Town) 2017 (as The District Docklands) |
| Developer | AsheMorgan |
| Owner | AsheMorgan |