Hammersmith Bridge

The steel and wrought iron structure spans 210 meters across the River Thames, connecting Hammersmith with Barnes in west London.

The original bridge at this location opened in 1827, while the current structure, designed by Sir Joseph Bazalgette, began operations in 1887.

The bridge features decorative heraldic shields at both ends, including the royal coat of arms of Queen Victoria in the center position.

The structure currently allows pedestrian access while engineers conduct stabilization works to address structural issues identified in recent assessments.

Lieutenant Charles Campbell Wood received a commemorative plaque on the bridge after sacrificing his life saving a drowning woman in 1919.

Location: London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham

Location: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

Official opening: 1827

Length: 210 m

Width: 13.1 m

GPS coordinates: 51.48890,-0.22973

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45