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The River Thames (/ t ɛ m z / ⓘ TEMZ), known alternatively in parts as the River Isis, is a river that flows through southern England including London. At 215 miles (346 km), it is the longest river entirely in England and the second-longest in the United Kingdom , after the River Severn .
In the upper reaches of the Thames, the river depth was raised by dams and in the lower reaches it was raised by embankments, so gradually most fords were lost. [1] At least one regular ford remains, at Duxford. Many of the present road bridges over the river are on the sites of earlier fords, ferries and wooden structures.
The Thames Valley is an area in South East England that extends along the River Thames west of London towards Oxford. The area is a major tourist destination and economic hub on the M4 corridor , with a high concentration of technology companies.
London's River – An intriguing journey down the Thames in rare archive film. River Thames Boat Blog – A blog with articles dedicated to helping people get the most from boating on the Tidal River Thames in London. London Bridges – A view of London Bridges over the River Thames; Fantasy flight along the Thames in a high-speed pod from the ...
Thames summary route map. 235.84. Thames Head, Kemble, Gloucestershire: 235.06. ... "The River Thames and boaty things - Index". Floating down the River
A view of the Pool of London, River Thames, around 1938 A 1905 Thames wharf map from London Bridge to Limehouse showing the Pool of London. Cherry Garden Pier at centre. The Pool of London is a stretch of the River Thames from London Bridge to below Limehouse.
The Environment Agency has the responsibility of managing the flow of water along the length of the river to prevent flooding on particular reaches and to maintain navigation depths. The volume and speed of water down the river is managed by adjusting the gates at each weir.
The foreshore of the River Thames in London, England, is the area of the riverbed revealed at low tide, and includes sections known as Tower Beach, Bermondsey Beach, and Folly House Beach, in Canary Wharf. [1] These are tidal beaches that are covered by the water of the river at high tide. [2]