Richmond upon Thames boasts having
21 miles of the River Thames flowing
through the borough. Not only does it
have the longest stretch of the river but
is the only riparian borough to be both
north and south of the River Thames.
Richmond Bridge, the oldest surviving
bridge to span the River Thames
in Greater London (1774-1777), is
an English Heritage Grade I listed
structure. The view of the Thames from
the top of Richmond Hill, protected by
an Act of Parliament since 1902, has
been a source of inspiration for artists
and poets throughout the years.
relax
by the
river
River Thames, Protected View, Act of Parliament 1902
Astrid Tontson
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