London - Docklands

To the east of the City lies the largest redevelopment area in London, the disused "upstream" docks of Wapping, Limehouse and Poplar, Surrey Docks, Isle of Dogs and Royal Docks. Until the 1960s the Docks formed the economic "heart" of Britain, handling cargo from all over the world, but soon lost their status when port facilities were moved further down the Thames. The old docks fell into disrepair and the East End became an increasingly depressed area. Under the blanket title of "Docklands" this area has been developed into a European business center, including modern industrial and business premises, hotels, recreation areas, and housing. Yachts and surfers occupy wharves where ships once unloaded their cargo.

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