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ESSENTIAL INFO
VISITORS OPENING TIMES
20 May 2012 | Sunday 9.30am - 7pm
21 May 2012 | Monday 9.30am - 7pm
22 May 2012 | Tuesday 9.30am - 5pm
Fashion shows - see our Fashion Show page
LOCATION
White Gallery London 2011
Battersea Evolution
The British Genius Site
Battersea Park
London, SW11 4NJ
See map >
A-Z Useful facilities and where to find them
ACCESS
Access to Battersea Evolution is via the main entrance and a ramp is positioned for wheelchairs users. All elements of White Gallery are on the ground level and therefore accessible to all exhibitors and visitors.
ADDRESS
The full address of Battersea Evolution is: Battersea Evolution, The British Genius Site, Battersea Park, London, SW11 4NJ
Please note that as Battersea Evolution is a temporary venue the postcode is not exact and satellite navigation often directs people towards Albert Bridge Road. Due to one way systems within Battersea Park all guests and contractors arriving via vehicles must use the Chelsea Gate entrance to the park, off Queenstown Road. Click here to get directions
For satellite navigation systems which allow users to input GPS points, the following GPS point will direct guests to the correct entrance to the park (Chelsea Gate):
Degree Min Sec
51 28 59 N
00 09 02 W
AIRPORTS
There are five airports in London, below you will find the list in order of proximity from the closest to the farthest:
- Heathrow (15 miles / 26 km) www.heathrowairport.com
- City (19 miles / 38 km) www.londoncityairport.com
- Gatwick (28 miles / 47 km) www.gatwickairport.com
- Luton (40 miles / 64 km) www.london-luton.co.uk
- Stansted (50 miles / 82 km) www.stanstedairport.com
BUSES
The organisers will be running a free shuttle service (see SHUTTLE BUS section).
- Route Number 137 stops directly outside the Chelsea Gate, and runs north to south from Oxford Circus – Streatham Hill via Sloane Square. Other routes also service Queenstown Road or Battersea Park Stations (Routes 344, 44 & 156).
- Route Number 49 runs north to south from Shepherds Bush - Clapham Junction via Battersea Bridge Road. There are a number of other routes that also service Battersea Bridge Road (345, 19, 319 & 239)
Please see www.tfl.gov.uk for more information on bus, train and tube routes.
CATERING
Visit the Champagne bar for a light healthy lunch, snack or refreshment.
CHILDREN
Children are not permitted within the White Gallery
CLOAKROOM
The cloakroom is situated at the main entrance to White Gallery. Luggage can be stored here and this facility is free to all exhibitors and visitors.
CONGESTION ZONE
Battersea Evolution is located in Battersea Park which is outside the congestion charge zone.
FIRST AID
A medical service will be provided during Exhibition opening hours. The first-aid room is located in the organisers’ office on the mezzanine level. Please notify a steward or one of the organisers if you require any medical assistance.
HOTEL/ACCOMMODATION
London has an extensive range of hotels; however White Gallery has appointed Reservation Highway as an agent to help you booking your hotel.See our hotel booking service >
ORGANISERS OFFICE
The Organisers’ Office is situated on the mezzanine level.
PARKING
Visitors can park directly outside White Gallery, however there is limited availability. Please contact ops@oceanmedia.co.uk to register your car parking request and the official pass will be sent to you recorded delivery. This is available on a first come first served basis and entries for this close on Friday 20th May to allow for postage. Please note The Riverside Car Park will not be available.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Photography is NOT permitted anywhere within the gallery. Only accredited press photographers are allowed to take photos. If you are not, and take any photographs (either by camera or by mobile phone) at the event, you will be asked to delete them prior to leaving the premises.
PRESS OFFICE
The press office is located in the second floor. Press accreditation required.See press area section.
REGISTRATION
Please click here to register to attend the event
SALES OFFICE
The Organisers’ Office is situated on the mezzanine level.
SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE
There will be a complimentary shuttle bus service running during the show open days on a regular basis from Sloane Square Tube Station to Battersea Evolution. This will be for all visitors wishing to attend the show so please advise all your clients. For more details please email: lucy.olivercox@oceanmedia.co.uk
SMOKING
Smoking is prohibited in all areas of White Gallery. However, there will be a designated smoking area outside the venue.
SITE PLANS
The White Gallery layout plan PDF shows the layout of the exhibition highlighting the locations of stands, registration points, fashion show room, and onsite facilities. Download White Gallery floor plans> COMING SOON!
TAXIS
There are London black taxis at the main entrance of Battersea Evolutione.
To hire a mini cab (private car) please call:
- Addison Lee +44 (0)20 7387 8888
- Climate Cars +44 (0)20 8968 0440
TOILETS
The toilets are situated near the entrance to White Gallery.
TRAINS
- Battersea Park railway station is within an 8 - 10 minute walking distance, straight up Queenstown Road towards Chelsea Bridge. Clapham Junction and London Victoria railway stations are both a short taxi ride away.
- The closest main train station is London Victoria. Other main train stations connected by metro are Paddington, Waterloo, London Bridge and King’s Cross St Pancras.
To plan your journey by public transport go to www.tfl.gov.uk.
Visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/ for information on national train services or www.eurostar.com for international services.
TUBE / METRO / UNDERGROUND
The nearest tube station is Sloane Square on the Circle and District Lines. This is approximately 15 minutes walk away via Lower Sloane Street, Chelsea Bridge Road, Chelsea Bridge and Queenstown Road.
Visit www.tfl.gov.uk to find out info about London underground services. Download tube map pdf >
VENUE
White Gallery is being held at Battersea Evolution in Battersea Park. See the location section for details and directions.




