The UK Supreme Court

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Address: Parliament Square, London SW1P 3BD , England
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WONDERFUL BUILDING OPPOSITE WESTMINSER ABBEY

This amazing building with art deco features throughout is areal 'find' in Central London at Parliament square. It has a place to watch the courts in action . sit in the... read more

5 of 5 starsReviewed 19 May 2015
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2015

This amazing building with art deco features throughout is areal 'find' in Central London at Parliament square. It has a place to watch the courts in action . sit in the audience, visit courts not in use that day...Guards show you around. Entrance is free and there are Toilets available. Look for the art deco benches, light fittings and the... More 

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2015

So glad we spotted we could go in here. Wanted a cup of tea and saw their sign. No cases on the day we went so very quiet. Cafe is on ground floor. Very bright and open. With high glass ceiling. Hade a lovely panini and tea. Nice staff. Then had a look around the exhibition all about the opening... More 

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2015

Well worth a visit if you are in Westminster. I have been three times for conferences and its a wonderful place to visit and often you can catch the one of the courts in session. The staff are really friendly and more than happy to help.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2015

This is only going to appeal to a limited amount of people. But if you have any interest in the judicial process this is quite cool. The exhibit on the LG floor was very good and I liked the interactive section. I spent an hour here, and learned a few things. If you are visiting be prepared to go through... More 

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2015

We were delighted to stumble across the Supreme Court whilst visiting London recently and were pleasantly surprised at this hidden gem. In contrast to some overpriced attractions in Westminster access is free and the location is well worth a visit. The building is interesting and visitors gain an insight into the most senior count of justice in the country. Access... More 

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2015

The highest court in the UK, which was formed in 2005, based across from Parliament. We were taken round the three courts and the guide explained the function of the court. There are canteen facilities.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2015

It's east to stop in to observe oral arguments for a few minutes. Centrally located between Westminster Abbey and Parliament, the court gives you a chance to watch a real court proceeding in session. Try to find an argument that is more interesting than a tax avoidance case-- you won't be able to follow much of what is said, even... More 

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2015

The Supreme Court is probably the most obscure yet the easiest to access of the three branches of the British Government. Visits to the executive (Downing Street and Buckingham Palace) and the legislature (Parliament) are highly regulated but after a brief security check you can explore the building as you like. In the basement is a good exhibit explaining the... More 

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2015

If you are a law-abiding citizen you probably don't know much about the different strata of the judicial system, I had no idea that we had made such a significant change to the old regime. Sad that some of us know so little about the nuts and bolts of our own country, our Polish guide in one of the courts... More 

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2015

A simple sign outside is the only clue that you can visit, it doesn't seem to be advertised or published anywhere else. Upon entering, you have to pass through security. You are then free to explore the building, you can observe a court in session, view some of the interesting items housed here and look around the empty courtrooms. There... More 

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