1 HAMMERSMITH BRIDGE
The striking 134-year-old greenpainted suspension bridge is a landmark known to many in London, linking Hammersmith on the north side of the Thames with the leafy, suburban-like Barnes neighbourhood on the south side. The Grade-II listed structure made headlines across the world when it was abruptly closed in August 2020. It has had its fair share of issues since its debut in 1887, but after decades of unchecked corrosion it was feared it may collapse.
Thankfully this masterpiece of Victorian engineering, designed by Joseph Bazalgette, is now open to pedestrians and cyclists (and rowers beneath), although plans to reopen it to motorised traffic seem far off. This year the government announced a plan to stablise and restore the bridge. Meanwhile, walkers can enjoy its traffic-free beauty.
2 RIVERSIDE STUDIOS
This popular arts centre located on the Thames Path (just right of the bridge) is one of the neighbourhood’s best spots for entertainment.
Originally a Victorian iron foundry, it was converted into a film studio in 1933 and later taken over by the BBC from 1954 until 1975, providing a set for early episodes of Doctor Who.
Since then, it has been under the management of a charitable trust which provides a diverse programme of events that has featured stars including Benjamin Zephaniah, Helen Mirren and Lenny Henry.
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Pan Pacific Orchard, Singapore
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The Hoxton, Lloyd Amsterdam
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London Hilton on Park Lane
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Philippine Airlines A321 business class SINGAPORE-MANILA
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