What is the purpose of the Gherkin?

What is The Gherkin? The Gherkin, otherwise known as 30 St Mary Axe, is one of the capital’s most famous buildings. It’s a feature of the London skyline and home to offices, a restaurant and a cocktail bar.

What happens inside the Gherkin?

Today, the Gherkin is primarily an office building. It is the headquarters of many large companies including Swiss Re and some of the offices of Sky News. Some very popular television shows and radio shows are filmed here or near this building today.

What floor is the helix at the Gherkin?

level 39
There are few spots on the London landscape as striking as Searcys Helix Restaurant at The Gherkin. Soar to level 39 of The Gherkin and enjoy a sky-high lunch or dinner, Champagne afternoon tea and Sunday lunch accompanied by magical views of the City of London.

Who uses the Gherkin?

The Gherkin, one of the most distinctive buildings on London’s skyline, has been bought by a Brazilian billionaire. Joseph Safra is reported to have paid more than £700m for the 180 metre tower, which is officially known as 30 St Mary Axe, its street address.

Is there a dress code for The Gherkin?

Searcys at The Gherkin requires all guest names prior to your reservation time. What is the dress code? Casual elegance. We welcome and encourage style, however, we kindly ask that guests refrain from wearing shorts, flip flops and sportswear.

How many floors does The Gherkin have?

41
The tower is also known as “The Gherkin”. The building was finished in December 2003. It was opened at the end of May 2004. Swiss Re Tower has 41 floors….The Gherkin.

30 St Mary Axe
Technical details
Floor count	41
Floor area	47,950 square metres (516,100 sq ft)
Design and construction

Why is it called 30 St Mary Axe?

St Mary Axe is a small street near Bishopsgate in the Square Mile. It’s famous as the home of the Gherkin skyscraper — officially called 30 St Mary Axe. But where does this odd street name come from? The street takes its name from the church of St Mary Axe, which stood just south of the Gherkin site.

What is the Gherkin in England?

30 St Mary Axe (previously known as the Swiss Re Building and informally known as the Gherkin) is a commercial skyscraper in London’s primary financial district, the City of London. It was completed in December 2003 and opened in April 2004.

What is gherkin radius?

The variation of the diameter of the floors is significant, measuring 49 meters at the base, 56.5 in the widest part, narrowing to 26.5 on the top floor, which is what gives the appearance of “rocket” or “cucumber” as they baptized the Londoners.

Can you wear trainers at The Gherkin?

We welcome and encourage style, however, we kindly ask that guests refrain from wearing shorts, flip flops and sportswear.

Are children allowed in The Gherkin?

– Searcys at The Gherkin.

Who occupies the Gherkin?

Who owns The Shard?

Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company
Sellar Property Group
The Shard/Owners

Can I wear air forces to The Shard?

Our dress code is smart casual, we regret that entry will not be allowed if you are wearing shorts, flip flops, sports kit or sports shoes. To specifically answer your question, you won’t be allowed in Aqua Shard or Hutong if you come wearing those sports shoes. over a year ago.