Written by George Major
Battersea Power Station is home to over 150 shops, bars and restaurants alongside leisure and entertainment venues.
Upon its completion in 1955, Battersea Power Station was the world’s largest brick building (six million bricks, in case you wanted to know). It was big enough to fit St. Paul’s Cathedral inside its main boiler room.
After being decommissioned in the 70s, the building fell into disrepair. It was too architecturally significant to demolish, but too big to do anything with. Over the years, various plans were proposed, including turning it into a theme park or a stadium for Chelsea F.C. It finally reopened as a visitor attraction in 2022, 40 years after closing as a power station.
Eating, drinking and shopping at Battersea Power Station
You’re spoilt for choice with coffee shops, brunch joints, bars and family-friendly restaurants here. To make the best of what’s on offer, check out our guide to how to eat, drink and shop at Battersa Power Station without breaking the bank.
Entertainment at Battersea Power Station
Lift 109 is one of the power station’s most impressive attractions, allowing visitors to take a lift to the top of one of the iconic chimneys. The venue’s two cinemas offer a premium viewing experience for those who want to see a movie in style.
- 0.5 km from Battersea Park London Overground
- 1.1 km from Pimlico Victoria Line
