Places of Interest - Bridges
Bridges in London are not just points of commuting but are also great examples of English architectural styles and development. From historical London Bridge to modern-concept Millennium Bridge, these structures are also the witnesses of development and technological history of the city. There are about 96 crossings built over the River Thames. Though not all London bridges are popular but each of them has a significant place in London transport. London-tourist-information.co.uk offers information about some of the popular bridges in London. Battersea Bridge—Opened in 1890, Battersea Bridge acts as the connector for Battersea with Chelsea. Build by cast iron and granite, it is a five-span cantilever bridge that cross the River Thames on a sharp bend. More…. Chelsea Bridge— This self-anchored suspension bridge has a total length of 698 feet, width of 64 feet and a height of 69 feet & 2 inches. Designated as a Grade II listed structure, Chelsea Bridge was opened in 1937. More…. Lambeth Bridge— Built over the Thames in east-west direction, Lambeth Bridge is a road traffic and footbridge in central London. On the eastern side of the bridge are Lambeth Palace and International Maritime Organization while on the west side crossing are Thames House and Tate Britain. More…. Waterloo Bridge— Situated between Blackfriars Bridge and Hungerford Bridge, Waterloo Bridge is a road and foot traffic bridge. Opened in 1945, it is designed in arch style and is a Grade II listed structure. More… Millennium Bridge— Linking Bankside and the City, Millennium Bridge is a steel suspension bridge built over the River Thames. Opened in 2000, it is entirely a pedestrian bridge and is also known as London Millennium Bridge. More… London Bridge— Connecting the City of London with Southwark, London Bridge is one of the notable names among the bridges in London. The modern London Bridge was opened in 1973 and comprised of 3 spans of prestressed-concrete box girders. More… Albert Bridge— With a total length of 710 feet and width 41 feet, Albert Bridge is one of the oldest bridges in London. Opened in 1873, it is designated with a Grade II listed structure honor. Originally designed as a cable-stayed bridge, it is a main linking point in West London. More…. Vauxhall Bridge— This deck arch-style bridge in central London connects Vauxhall on the southern shore of the Thames to Westminster on north bank. Built by steel and granite, Vauxhall Bridge is a main part of London’s road system. More…. Westminster Bridge— Opened in 1862, this arch bridge over the River Thames carries motor vehicles and pedestrian traffic. Westminster Bridge is listed under Grade II list in 1981. More…. Blackfriars Bridge— Carrying motor vehicles and foot traffic over the Thames, Blackfriars Bridge is 923 feet long and consists of five wrought iron arches. Maintained by Bridge House Estates, it was opened in 1869 by Queen Victoria. More…. Southwark Bridge— Owned and maintained by City Bridge Trust, Southwark Bridge is an arch concept bridge carrying motor vehicles and foot traffic to and from Southwark and the City. This Grade II listed structure has a total length of 800 feet. More…. Tower Bridge— Located close to the Tower of London, Tower Bridge is one of the iconic symbols of the city. Crossing over the Thames, it is a combined bascule and suspension bridge. With a total length of 244 meters, it was opened in 1894. More….