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Some of the capital’s newest eateries are to be found in Docklands. As the area expands and develops, there are a growing number of restaurants, cafes and bars that cater to every taste and pocket, as well as specialist food and wine outlets.

 


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Docklands Fact

A downtrodden Leprosy hospice was located on Misery hill, hence its name! It was believed lepers were “the unclean” and would be walked to the hospice on Misery Hill with 1 man tolling a bell and another carrying a 40 foot pole to keep everyone at safe distance. Today this is where we get the expression “I wouldn’t touch him with a 40 foot pole!”