Desborough Island, River island in Surrey, England
Desborough Island spans 112 acres between the Thames River and the Desborough Cut, featuring open fields and water treatment facilities.
The Thames Conservancy created this artificial island in the 1930s by excavating a channel to improve river navigation and reduce flooding risks.
The location appeared in Culture Club's 1983 music video for their song Karma Chameleon, representing the Mississippi River setting.
Two bridges from Walton Lane connect visitors to the island's recreational areas, sports facilities, and nature conservation zones.
The Desborough Cut reduced the original river journey by three-quarters of a mile while forming this substantial Thames island.
GPS coordinates: 51.38472,-0.44444
Latest update: March 8, 2025 04:53
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