Once part of London’s vibrant industrial and shipping history, and thanks to the vision of the late designer Sir Terence Conran, Shad Thames buzzes with visitors and residents exploring the chic restaurants, galleries, boutiques and apartments carved from the historic wharves and warehouses. Moments away from Tower Bridge, and, along with Butlers Wharf, the area has an established food scene with famous neighbourhood institutions including Legare, now opening a second branch in the neighbourhood, WatchHouse, Pont de La Tour and Butlers Wharf Chop House sitting alongside the ever popular chains; Pizza Express, Browns and Starbucks.