Putney Bridge — Attraction in London

Putney Bridge

Oh grand old Putney Bridge, how it doth stand With arches spanning o'er the Thames so grand The noble walkway, sturdy and true A sight to behold, for me and you

From Fulham to Putney, it doth connect A crossing so fine, it doth reflect The glory of London, so great and fair Oh Putney Bridge, a marvel to stare

A history so rich, it doth possess A bridge of iron, standing with finesse Oh how it doth endure, the test of time A bridge so fine, oh how it doth shine

The river Thames, it doth flow below As Putney Bridge doth stand, in its glow A wonder to see, a sight to behold Putney Bridge, a treasure untold. Ah, Putney Bridge, a fine and noble structure indeed! Spanning the great River Thames, it links the vibrant south side of Putney with the bustling north of Fulham. Its history runs deep, with medieval parish churches standing proudly beside it on both banks. St Mary's Church, Putney graces the south side, while All Saints Church, Fulham stands tall on the north. Such a close proximity of churches by a major river is a rare sight, my friends, and is a testament to the importance and significance of this location.

Before the first bridge was erected in 1729, a ferry had ferried passengers between the two banks. But with the construction of this grand structure, a new era was ushered in for the people of Putney and Fulham. Today, the bridge boasts three lanes southbound, including one for the esteemed buses, and a single lane northbound, complete with a cycle lane and bus stop.

As one approaches Putney Bridge from the south, they are greeted by the bustling Putney High Street, a veritable hub of commerce, entertainment, and sustenance. And to the immediate southwest of the bridge, Putney Pier stands proudly, offering riverboat services and access to the capital's largest set of facilities for rowing. Indeed, it marks the starting point of the revered Championship Course.

Putney Bridge is not just a bridge, but a symbol of connection, community, and progress. Its grand presence and historic roots continue to inspire and amaze all those who cross its mighty...

Putney Bridge is a bridge over the River Thames in west London, linking Putney on the south side with Fulham to the north. The bridge has medieval parish churches beside its abutments: St. Mary's Church, Putney is built on the south and All Saints Church, Fulham on the north bank. This close proximity of two churches by a major river is rare, another example being at Goring-on-Thames and Streatley, villages hemmed in by the Chiltern Hills (the Goring Gap). Before the first bridge was built in 1729, a ferry had shuttled between the two banks. The current format is three lanes southbound (including one bus lane) and one lane (plus cycle lane/bus stop) northbound. Putney High Street, a main approach, is part of a London hub for retail, offices, food, drink and entertainment. Putney Embankment hosts Putney Pier for riverboat services immediately south-west of the bridge as well as the capital's largest set of facilities in rowing. The Pier in the sport marks one end of the...

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