Battersea
Battersea Power Station
Four chimneys, reborn as a destination
Photo by Dorin Seremet on Unsplash
- Nearest Station
- Battersea Power StationAbout 3 min walk
- Best Time
- Sunset / Blue HourEvening light is beautiful along the Thames, and the building is lit up at night.
Best Shot
Great for vertical · 9:16Suggested composition at Battersea Power Station
- Where to stand
- From the Thames riverside walk, looking up at the front of the building.
- Composition
- Place the chimneys symmetrically at the top of the frame with your subject centred at the bottom. A low angle emphasises the building's sheer scale.
Tips
- The site is private, so check with the venue before any serious shoot
- The Turbine Hall inside is another rainy-day option
Overview
Battersea Power Station is a former power station famous for its four white chimneys, now reborn as a shopping and dining destination. Its imposing brick architecture and riverside views suit fashion and lifestyle shoots.
- Art Deco landmark with four iconic chimneys
- Shops and restaurants inside, so you can shoot in the rain
- Lift 109, the viewing lift up a chimney (paid)
Creator Information
- Area
- Battersea
- Nearest Station
- Battersea Power StationNorthern
- Walking Time
- About 3 min walk
- Best For
- Lifestyle / Fashion / Instagram / YouTube
- Best Time
- Sunset / Blue HourEvening light is beautiful along the Thames, and the building is lit up at night.
- Indoor / Outdoor
- Indoor & Outdoor
- Free / Paid
- FreeThe site and building are free. Lift 109 is paid.
- Rain Friendly
- Rain friendly
- Filming Permission
- Check before shootingAs private land, tripods, professional kit and commercial shoots may require the operator's permission. Check in advance.Read the filming permission guide
Nearest stations, prices, opening hours and filming rules may change. This information is currently being verified. Please check official sources before you go.
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