Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge is a Grade I listed combined bascule and suspension bridge in London, built between 1886 and 1894, designed by Horace Jones and engineered by John Wolfe Barry with the help of Henry Marc Brunel. It crosses the River Thames close to the Tower of London and is one of five London bridges owned and maintained by the Bridge House Estates, a charitable trust foundeLondon Bridge is a bridge over the River Thames. It is in central London, and connects the City of London with Southwark. It is between Cannon Street Railway Bridge and London Bridge Simple English , the free
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Tower Bridge and London Bridge: clearing the mix up
London Bridge is the oldest river crossing in London, bringing river and road traffic together. It was rebuilt multiple times, from timber to stone and concrete and steel. London Bridge was actually the sole crossing of the The sand and gravel terraces are made up of pebbles with flint, quartz and quartzite. In places, there are deposits of brickearth, which is a mixture of clay and sand that has Geology of London
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Old London Bridge A 17th-century Masterpiece English
Claude de Jongh’s masterpiece, one of the most popular paintings at Kenwood, provides a unique record of Old London Bridge and the architecture of the city that would be In 1799 the King decided to replace the ancient bridge and hosted a competition for new designs. Built by John Rennie the new bridge was opened in 1831 by King William IV but by 1896 it was back A History of London Bridge in 1 Minute Culture Trip
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BBC Four The Bridges That Built London with Dan
Dan Cruickshank explores the secrets of the bridges that have made London what it is. Along the way, he uncovers stories of the sublime ambition of London's bridge builders. Show moreIt’s also one of the best wild swimming spots around London, although do be aware of the fact that it’s quite popular with nudists. 📍Approximately one and three-quarter hours from London Best Beaches Near London: 22 Beautiful Ones For A
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7 Iconic Bridges of England The Historic England Blog
Here we take a look at seven of England’s finest bridges, and what makes them special: 1. Humber Bridge, Hull, Grade I listed. At 1,410 metres long, the Humber Bridge was the longest single-span As the first bridge made of cast iron, the Iron Bridge is one of the wonders of the modern world. Spanning the River Severn at the heart of the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, discover why this much-loved icon continues to inspire locals, tourists and engineering enthusiasts today. The Iron Bridge underwent an extensive conservationSpotlight on the Iron Bridge English Heritage
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Sand And The City: 9 Urban Beaches In London For Summer 2023
Ruislip Lido Beach. If we’re talking sandy urban beaches in London, then Ruislip Lido has to be on the list. Sandwiched between Ruislip Common and Ruislip Woods, this 60-acre lake is well worth a visit. While the beach might be currently closed to visitors, this is one to add to your post-lockdown list. Discover one of London's best beaches.The bridge's fantastical journey from rain-drenched Southwark to dust-dry Mojave County began in 1967, when the Corporation of London put it up for sale. Fashioned for posterity in 130,000 tons ofA trip to see London Bridge in Arizona The Guardian
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Thames Barrier
Far view of the River Thames Flood Barrier. The Thames Barrier is a retractable barrier system built to protect the floodplain of most of Greater London from exceptionally high tides and storm surges moving up from the North Sea.It has been operational since 1982. When needed, it is closed (raised) during high tide; at low tide, it can be opened to Railway bridges in Hauts de Bienne, France Bosphorus Bridge in Istanbul Fort Pitt Bridge in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US The old stone-made arch bridge over the Kerava River in Kerava, Finland. A bridge is a structure built to span a physical obstacle (such as a body of water, valley, road, or railway) without blocking the way underneath.It is constructed for Bridge
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Sands End
London. 51°28′23″N 0°10′48″W / . 51.473°N 0.180°W. / 51.473; -0.180. Sands End is an area of the ancient parish of Fulham, formerly in the County of Middlesex, which is now the southernmost part of the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, England. In a deep loop of the River Thames, between the tidal Chelsea Creek andBuilt-up London London before the Fire. City of London wall and Great Fire damage London after the Fire. Open location in Google Maps: 51.507977, -0.086890. London Bridge. London Bridge in 2017. Coordinates. 51°30′29″N 0°05′16″W / 51.50806°N 0.08778°W / 51.50806; -0.08778. Carries. Five lanes of the A3.London Bridge (The Diary of Samuel Pepys)
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The bridge that crossed an ocean BBC News
On 10 October 1971, Lake Havasu’s London Bridge opened to great fanfare. The British were out in force, represented by a delegation from London accompanied by a troupe of red-jacketed horseTickets cost £20 £29 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Megabus UK also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from London Bridge to Sandbanks via Liverpool Street Station, Reading, Bournemouth, and Lansdowne, Bournemouth Station in around 5h 8m. Train operators. South Western Railway.London Bridge to Sandbanks 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and
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13 of the Best Beaches Near London Wanderlust
Central Viking Bay is for kids, with beach huts and amusement rides and stretches of sand perfect for building castles. Botany Bay has a more rural vibe, while Joss Bay is perfect for the more active The number of couples getting married on the bridge has also increased. The landmark made £3.1m between March 2021 and 2022, compared to just £500,000 from March 2020 to 2021.Tower Bridge made six times more money post-Covid
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A History of London Bridge in 1 Minute Culture Trip
It was crowded, dangerous and smelly. Traitors and outlaws’ heads would be put on pikes at either end. In 1799 the King decided to replace the ancient bridge and hosted a competition for new designs. Built by John Rennie the new bridge was opened in 1831 by King William IV but by 1896 it was back to being the most congested place in Recommendations have been made to Port of London Authority, South Coast Shipping Co Ltd and the Department of Environment, Transport and Regions. This report was published on 29 April 1999Contact made by dredger/sand carrier Sand Kite with Thames GOV.UK
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Tower Bridge Description, History, & Facts Britannica
Tower Bridge, movable bridge of the double-leaf bascule (drawbridge) type that spans the River Thames between the Greater London boroughs of Tower Hamlets and Southwark. It is a distinct landmark that aesthetically complements the Tower of London, which it adjoins.History of Iron Bridge. Nestled in a spectacular wooded gorge stands a monument to British industry the world’s first iron bridge. Crossing the River Severn, it was completed in 1779 and opened to traffic in 1781. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986 and remains an iconic feature of Britain’s industrial past.History of Iron Bridge English Heritage
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The Sands of Time: Britain's Building Sandstones
Currently there are around 200 active building sandstone quarries in Britain, more than enough one might think to supply current construction industry needs. However, in the mid 19th century there were more than 850 quarries supplying building sandstone, as well as many more unrecorded small producers meeting local vernacular needs.A Short History Of The London Bridge. By the time the city was selling it, the London Bridge had been connecting its two sides for over a century. Designed in 1799 by Scottish engineer John Rennie, and completed in 1831, it replaced the older stone bridge made famous by the nursery rhyme dating from 1209.The Unique Arizona Bridge That Once Spanned The River Thames
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London Bridge: What we know about the attack BBC News
London Bridge: What we know about the attack. A man who stabbed two people to death and wounded three others in a "terror-related" attack was shot dead by police on London Bridge after he was held
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