London Borough of Southwark

The London Borough of Southwark extends along the south bank of the River Thames, connecting to the City of London through five major bridges.

The area gained strategic importance in 43 AD when Roman engineers constructed the first London Bridge, establishing a crucial crossing point over the River Thames.

Southwark contains numerous theaters, including Shakespeare's Globe, alongside Borough Market, Tate Modern, and the Imperial War Museum, making it a center of arts.

The borough provides extensive public services from its headquarters at 160 Tooley Street, managing education, housing, and social care for over 307,000 residents.

The district features the tallest building in the United Kingdom, The Shard, which rises 310 meters above London's skyline.

Location: Greater London

Location: Inner London

Location: Metropolitan Police District

Inception: 1965

Capital city: Southwark

Part of: London

Website: https://southwark.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.50333,-0.08056

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:44