The Winter Club, Canary Wharf: network, Wi-Fi and CCTV infrastructure
Permanent-grade technology infrastructure for a fast-track seasonal hospitality and entertainment venue.
ACCL coordinated Cat6A structured cabling, Ubiquiti Wi-Fi and high-definition IP CCTV across a Bavarian-style Bierhaus, alpine chalet and real-ice bar operating at approximately -10°C.
The result
- Cat6A infrastructure supporting venue operations
- Integrated Wi-Fi across all principal areas
- IP CCTV coverage across key guest and operational zones
- Infrastructure completed for the fixed winter opening
- Discreet equipment placement within themed interiors
- Connectivity for payments, ticketing, media and back-of-house systems
Services delivered
Overview
The Winter Club was a seasonal destination created by Urban Playground at Wood Wharf. Although the venue was temporary, its payments, ticketing, entertainment, safety and operational systems required a resilient physical network designed to commercial standards.
The challenge
ACCL had to work within a compressed build programme alongside multiple trades, coordinate three different environments and position cabling, access points and cameras without undermining the guest experience. The sub-zero Ice Bar required particular care around equipment positioning and transitions between temperature zones.
One network across three contrasting environments
ACCL installed the Cat6A platform required by point-of-sale terminals, ticketing, Ubiquiti access points, IP cameras, media systems and staff networks. Access points and cameras were positioned to provide operational coverage while remaining visually discreet throughout the Bierhaus, chalet and Ice Bar.
Project context
Seasonal high-footfall hospitality venue · Canary Wharf, London
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Technologies used
ACCL’s role
- Structured cabling design and installation
- Wireless access-point deployment
- IP CCTV installation
- Coordination with construction and event trades
- Discreet equipment and cable-route planning
- Testing and commissioning before opening
Permanent standards for a temporary venue
The completed infrastructure gave The Winter Club a dependable technology backbone for peak seasonal trading. The Ice Bar image records the unusual operating environment, while the finished system shows why a temporary venue still requires permanent-grade network design and delivery.
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Foreword by Wayne
Wayne Connors, Managing Director, ACCL“The Winter Club is a great example of why a temporary venue should never mean temporary standards. From the outset, the technology had to be treated as business-critical infrastructure because ticketing, payments, Wi-Fi, CCTV and day-to-day operations all depend upon it.
The unusual part of this project was delivering one integrated solution across three very different environments, including an Ice Bar operating at around -10°C, while working to a fixed opening date alongside multiple trades. Our team delivered a Cat6A, Wi-Fi and CCTV infrastructure designed to perform reliably throughout the busiest periods of the winter season, while remaining discreet within what is ultimately a guest-focused entertainment environment.”
Frequently asked questions
What infrastructure did ACCL install at The Winter Club?
ACCL installed Cat6A structured cabling, Ubiquiti Wi-Fi and Ubiquiti high-definition IP CCTV.
Why did a seasonal venue need permanent-grade infrastructure?
Payments, ticketing, Wi-Fi, CCTV, media and operational systems all depended upon reliable connectivity throughout peak trading.
Which areas were covered?
The network covered the Bierhaus, alpine chalet, real-ice bar and associated operational areas.
What was unusual about the Ice Bar?
The real-ice bar operated at approximately -10°C, requiring careful equipment positioning and route planning.
How did ACCL protect the guest experience?
Cable routes, access points and cameras were coordinated to remain as unobtrusive as possible within the themed interiors.
What did the Cat6A network support?
It supported payments, ticketing, wireless access points, IP CCTV, media, staff networks and venue management systems.
Did ACCL work alongside other contractors?
Yes. ACCL coordinated its installation with construction teams, hospitality contractors, event specialists and other trades.
What was the principal programme constraint?
The venue had a fixed seasonal opening date and a compressed construction programme.
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