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The EDF Energy London Eye, also known as the Millennium Wheel, is a 135 metre tall Ferris wheel situated on the banks of the River Thames in London. It is the tallest Ferris wheel in Europe, and the most popular paid tourist attraction in the United Kingdom, visited by around 3.5 million people each year. It was erected in 1999, and is described by the operators as the world's tallest cantilevered observation wheel (supported by an A-frame on one side only - The spindle holds the wheel structure and the hub rotates it around the spindle). It is the fourth tallest structure in London after the BT Tower, Tower 42 and One Canada Square in Canary Wharf. It was conceived and designed by Marks Barfield Architects and was launched in 2000. The attraction is located at the western end of Jubilee Gardens, on the South Bank of the River Thames in the Borough of Lambeth, between Westminster Bridge and Hungerford Bridge. The wheel was constructed in sections which were floated up the river Thames on barges and assembled lying flat on piled platforms in the river. Once the wheel was complete it was raised into an upright position by a strand jack system. The Eye is a top tourist attraction, and an extraordinary piece of engineering design and architecture. It has won over 75 awards for national and international tourism, outstanding architectural quality and engineering achievement. It is a versatile venue for corporate events. off-site meetings, an office party, entertaining clients, or a large scale functions such as an awards ceremony. Capsules are available for private hire with breathtaking views from the luxury of Private Capsules with up to 25 guests. Information about the Eye is available from Customer Services, EDF Energy London Eye, Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7PB.
Plan your trip to see the attraction and all the tourist sights in the near area in advance to make the most of your time in SE1 London. There are lots of hotels providing accommodation nearby - you might try the Park Plaza County Hall, or the Mercure London City Bankside:
Park Plaza County Hall, 1 Addington Street, London, SE1 7RY
Next to Waterloo Station, this brand new hotel features contemporary accommodation and facilities. Park Plaza County Hall on the South Bank a 4 star luxury hotel in London just south of Westminster Bridge overlooking the River Thames and within walking distance of the London Eye, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, the London Aquarium, National Theatre and the South Bank Centre. The hotel is minutes from Waterloo train and underground stations. six contemporary meeting rooms with breakout facilities. All rooms offer natural daylight, Wi-Fi and the latest audiovisual equipment. ideal for conferences, meetings and private dining. the hotel also offers seven penthouse apartments, ideal for small meetings, dinners and cocktail receptions and stunning views of London's skyline.
Mercure London City Bankside, 77, Southwark Street, London, SE1 0JA
144 rooms 6 meeting rooms Gymnasium City centre location. Mercure London City Bankside AA 4 star central London hotel, minutes walk to the City, close to Waterloo Station, London Bridge, Tate Modern, Millennium Bridge, Shakespeares Globe Theatre, St Pauls Cathedral and the London Eye. Nearest tube stations are London Bridge and Southwark. Restaurant and Bar, fitness centre & gym, 24 hour room service, 6 meeting rooms for up to 60 people and WiFi Internet access. 144 rooms. pets accepted.
