There's a lot of dramatic and intriguing architecture in this area. This open space is one of the most memorable features and has been dramatically filled with an amphitheatre. An upper level walkway, level with surrounding squares, fills the outer parts of the circle and lets on to steps down to a shopping arcade and Liverpool Street Station beyond. The bottom layer of the circle is home to shops. Above this is the walkway with views through to the middle, then above that a circular layer of raised bars for those that want a drink. The central space is used for various purposes, most notably in midwinter as a skating rink. It's all very dramatic and striking.
There does seem to be a certain amount of confusion as to whether this is Broadgate Circle, Circus or Arena According to the site given, which seems to be the official one, this is the Circle, and Arena is the name used for the events program, which includes some events held in other parts of Broadgate. read more