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The Piazza
10 minutesPhoto spot
This open courtyard connects the 1932 historic building with the modern glass extension. Broadcasters occasionally use it as an outdoor backdrop for live reports.
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New Broadcasting House
Opened in 2013, this £1 billion modern extension serves as the multimedia hub for global news.
New Broadcasting House consolidates BBC Radio, News, and the World Service into one location. Over 6,000 staff members work inside the facility.
You cannot tour the interior due to strict security rules. However, the exterior offers views of live broadcasting elements right from the street.
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The Glass Facade
5 minutesDigital news ticker
The exterior features sweeping glass and a digital ticker tape displaying breaking news. The design reflects the corporation's focus on transparency. Stand near the ticker tape to photograph the 24-hour nature of the news cycle.
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The Newsroom View
10 minutesOver 6,000 staff inside
Ground-floor windows provide a street-level look into the largest live newsroom in Europe. You can often see journalists and broadcasters working at their red desks. Security protocols sometimes require the privacy glass to be darkened.
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