THE NED

27 Poultry, EC2R 8AJ thened.com This massive 1920s Midland Bank is now London’s hottest new hotel. Spread over 11 floors, with a labyrinth of buzzy public areas, it melds Jazz Age glamour with the kind of flamboyance associated with Soho House, the exclusive private club and Ned partner. The walnut-panelled counters and verdite columns have been sensitively restored and the 252 bedrooms are kitted out with Art Deco furniture. They range from cosy Crash Pads to the dapper Lutyens Suite, named after the bank’s architect, Edwin “Ned” Lutyens.

Business facilities The six events spaces include the Grade I-listed boardroom. Catch up on emails in

Gatsby-esque lounge bar The Vault, surrounded by safety deposit boxes. Wi-fi Complimentary throughout.

Food and drink The former banking hall has nine eateries, including Venetian brasserie Cecconi’s. There’s a rooftop pool bar, too.

Fitness and wellbeing The huge 24-hour gym has a boxing ring and cardio and strength equipment. There’s a pool in the old bullion vault, plus five spa and grooming spaces.

Run route For an eight-kilometre riverside loop, jog to Westminster Bridge via Paul’s Walk and Embankment, cross the Thames, run along Southbank and Bankside then return via Southwark Bridge.

Coffee nearby The Cosy Coffee Corner (King William Street, EC3V 9AN) in St Mary Woolnoth church does a topnotch flat white.