According to the local council, Wandsworth Bridge has shed its reputation as “the most boring bridge in London.”
The structure has recently been revitalized, or what the local authority in south London refers to as a “significant glow up,” thanks to the addition of new external lighting.
Originally completed in 1939, the bridge was painted in a drab blue-grey hue during World War Two to disguise it from potential aerial attacks, and it has remained this light blue color ever since.
Wandsworth is among more than 30 bridges that span the Thames, connecting the City of London to the Surrey border, accommodating pedestrians, vehicles, cyclists, and trains in various configurations.
London Bridge was the first, serving as the sole river crossing in the capital from medieval times until the completion of Westminster Bridge in 1750.
London Bridge has undergone several reconstructions; the current concrete version was built in 1973.
The most recent addition is the Millennium Bridge, which is exclusively for pedestrians and opened its doors in 2000.
While some believe that central London boasts the most impressive Thames crossings, others argue that the charming bridges found in the southwestern suburbs of London are unmatched.
As many Londoners prepare to explore the city this Easter weekend, here are 20 of the most recognized bridges, listed in alphabetical order.