Hungerford Bridge and Golden Jubilee Bridges, Dual footbridge system at South Bank, England
Hungerford Bridge and Golden Jubilee Bridges form a bridge system at South Bank in London, England, featuring two modern steel footbridges flanking an older railway bridge. The construction spans the River Thames between Waterloo Bridge and Westminster Bridge.
Isambard Kingdom Brunel built the first suspension footbridge in 1845 to connect with Hungerford Market. The present side bridges were added in the early 2000s, while the central railway bridge dates from the 19th century.
The footbridges received their designation in 2002 to honor Elizabeth II's 50th year on the throne. Locals and visitors use them every day as a quick connection between the Thames riverbanks.
The footbridges stay open around the clock and connect South Bank directly with the Embankment area. Early morning or late evening visits find fewer pedestrians on the wide walkways.
Each footbridge relies on 180 inclined stays for support, adding up to more than 4 kilometers of steel cables in total. This arrangement allows for the slender form and even distribution of weight.
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