Chris Gravett

On Monday 19th March 2012 the new Western Concourse at Kings Cross Station, London opened. I popped down to get a few images of what will no doubt be another popular photo spot in London. This is just the begining, the whole complex will not be completed until September 2013. This is the view from the balcony from the Southern end.

Here's a view from the opposite end, again on the balcony. 

If you are thinking of taking photographs here be warned. Similar to my previous blog on the subject 'jobsworths' are also employed by Network Rail. I was approached soon after I arrived and advised I could not use a tripod. I asked to see the written regulation on this matter and the official went away muttering about getting the supervisor. Fifiteen minutes later just after I'd taken this shot (using a tripod) two officials, one with a clipboard, approached. They brought an officer of the law with them (I guess because I was armed with a tripod) but he remained in the background as I did not become violent. I won't bore you with the details of what followed but suffice to say flash is fobidden and if you wish to use a tripod you must apply for a permit in advance. Oh, and of course if in the opinion of officials your equipment 'looks expensive' you will be hassled and under suspicion from the moment you arrive! Best just take your iPhone to be safe.

Anyway back to the new concourse and a view on the ground floor at platform level (they are behind me here).

Now a couple of fun images, another view at ground level - Technicolor Process 4

 

and finally looking up...

 

See more about the concourse opening  here