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Blackfriars Bridge is a road and foot traffic bridge over the River Thames in London, between Waterloo Bridge and Blackfriars Railway Bridge, carrying the A201 road. The north end is in the City of London near the Inns of Court and Temple Church , along with Blackfriars station .
Along the Thames in London is one excellent bridge after another each with its own story, but the Blackfriars bridge has a major story as it provides rail network travel all day every day, fabulous design, well worth a view or visit.
How a multimillion-pound refurbishment of Blackfriars Bridge is possible due to an 11th Century fund.
Jul 7, 2023 · London’s a city that tells an interesting story wherever you look. Take Blackfriars Bridge for example. No doubt you’ve crossed it countless times. On the surface it’s just another route to the office, but dig a little deeper and there’s actually a pretty fascinating history behind it.
Mar 30, 2021 · Queen Victoria opened the current Blackfriars Road Bridge on 6 November 1869, almost exactly a century later. Designed by Joseph Cubitt, the bridge has five shallow wrought-iron arches, which are...
In the heart of London, Blackfriars Bridge stands as a living testament to the city's ability to bridge the gap between its rich history and a dynamic future. As you traverse this elegant structure, you'll find yourself immersed in a journey through time, surrounded by architectural splendor and breathtaking views.
Blackfriars Bridge (1860–69) replaced an earlier road bridge that dated to the 1760s. The first structure was paid for by fines and by tolls exacted from its passengers. During the Gordon Riots of 1780 the tollbooths were attacked and looted, and tolls ceased to be…
