A cool stride-by photo with futuristic, clean metal walls makes an eye-catching backdrop for a model shot. The massive "5" reverse-embossed number in the building adds an extra touch of character that makes this place one of a kind.
Plan
Overview
Skill level
Easy
Accessbility
Public Location
Hours
Anytime
Fee
Free
Pack
Wide-angle lens (24mm)
Model
How to get there
N51° 31' 09.0228"W0° 05' 01.3776"
The image was taken in Broadgate Circle in front of the "5" imprint. Reference the GPS coordinate — you can't miss it.
By London Underground:
- Closest Station: Liverpool Street (Central, Hammersmith & City, Circle, Metropolitan)
- Head northeast on White Hart Ct toward Liverpool St
- Turn left onto Liverpool St
- Turn right onto Broad St Pl/Eldon St
- Turn right toward Broadgate
- Turn left toward Broadgate
- Turn left onto Broadgate
Tips
When to go
Best season
All months
Best time
Morning, Mid-day, Late afternoon
All months of the year are suitable to photograph the "5" imprint at Broadgate Circle.
To find the place empty, visit early in the morning before the busy business hours. You can also find similar lighting conditions during mid-day and late-afternoon.
Field tips
I recommend using a wide-angle lens (24mm) to capture the "5" imprint.
To create an overall sense of symmetry, I suggest standing directly in front of the "5".
Let your model walk by and use a continuous focus for the best stride-by results. Get creative!
Current weather
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Blue Hour
06:26
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Sunrise
07:01
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Golden Hour
15:38
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Sunset
16:28
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Do nearby
There are various restaurants nearby, like Duck & Waffle which is on the 40th floor of a skyscraper that looks out onto the city.
If you want to escape the city and take in a polished landscape, head to the 17th-century built Finsbury Circus Gardens.