Thames Tunnel, Railway tunnel in Rotherhithe, England
The Thames Tunnel extends 396 meters beneath the River Thames, connecting the districts of Rotherhithe and Wapping through two parallel passage sections.
Construction of the Thames Tunnel began in 1825 under Marc Brunel's direction, using an innovative tunneling shield technique that revolutionized underground engineering.
The tunnel attracted over two million visitors during its first nine months of operation, with people paying a penny to walk through the underwater passage.
Currently integrated into the London Overground network, the tunnel serves as a vital rail connection between the northern and southern parts of East London.
This Grade II listed structure stands as the first tunnel constructed under a navigable river and continues to function after 180 years of service.
Location: London Borough of Tower Hamlets
Location: London Borough of Southwark
Inception: 1843
Length: 396 m
Width: 11 m
GPS coordinates: 51.50306,-0.05444
Latest update: September 24, 2025 10:23
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