The Rolling Bridge, London

Name: The Rolling Bridge
Address: Paddington Basin North Wharf Road, London, W2 1LF, United Kingdom

#638 among attractions in London

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Facts and practical information

The Rolling Bridge is a type of curling moveable bridge completed in 2004 as part of the Grand Union Canal office and retail development project at Paddington Basin, London. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 2005 (19 years ago)Length: 39 ftCoordinates: 51°31'6"N, 0°10'29"W

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Paddington Basin North Wharf RoadCity of Westminster (Hyde Park)London W2 1LF United Kingdom

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The Rolling Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Peter Pan statue, Whiteleys, Hyde Park pet cemetery, Lord's Tavern.

0.7 miS
Vernacular architecture, Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Peter Pan statue, London
18 min walk • Nestled in the verdant landscapes of Kensington Gardens in London, the Peter Pan statue is a whimsical tribute to the beloved character created by J.M. Barrie. This charming bronze sculpture, crafted by Sir George Frampton, has stood since 1912, captivating visitors...
0.6 miSW
Shopping, Department store
Whiteleys, London
17 min walk • Whiteleys was a shopping centre in Bayswater, London. It was built in the retail space of the former William Whiteley Limited department store, which opened in 1911 as one of London's first department store, and was one of the main department stores, alongside Selfridge's, Liberty's and Harrods.
0.5 miS
Cemetery
Hyde Park pet cemetery, London
12 min walk • The Hyde Park pet cemetery is a disused burial ground for animals in Hyde Park, London. It was established in 1880 or 1881 in the garden of Victoria Lodge, home of one of the park keepers.
0.7 miN
Nightlife, Victorian architecture
Lord's Tavern, London
18 min walk • The Lord's Pavilion is a cricket pavilion at Lord's Cricket Ground in London, England. Designed by Thomas Verity and built in 1889–1890, the pavilion has achieved Grade II* listed heritage designation.
0.6 miE
Synagogue
West London Synagogue, London
15 min walk • The West London Synagogue of British Jews, abbreviated WLS, is a synagogue and congregation, affiliated to Reform Judaism, near Marble Arch in central London. It was established on 15 April 1840. The current synagogue building in Upper Berkeley Street, dedicated in 1870, is Grade II listed.
0.4 miNW
Theater
Canal Cafe Theatre, London
12 min walk • The Canal Cafe Theatre is a 60-seat fringe theatre venue in Little Venice, London, specialising in comedy performances.
0.5 miS
Monuments and statues
Statue of Edward Jenner, London
14 min walk • A statue of Edward Jenner, the physician, scientist and pioneer of the world's first vaccine, is located in Kensington Gardens in London. A work of the sculptor William Calder Marshall, the bronze was originally unveiled by Albert, Prince Consort in Trafalgar Square on 17 May 1858, before being moved to its present location in 1862.
~680 ftN
Church, Neoclassical architecture
St Mary on Paddington Green Church, London
4 min walk • St Mary on Paddington Green is an Anglican church in the Parish of Little Venice, London, and forms part of Paddington Green conservation area. Today it stands at the junction of Edgware Road and Harrow Road, overlooking the East end of Westway and the approaches to Marylebone Flyover, so seen by tens of thousands of motorists daily.
~680 ftE
Bridge
Merchant Square Footbridge, London
4 min walk • The Merchant Square Footbridge is a moveable pedestrian bridge spanning a canal in Paddington, London. It is architecturally and mechanically unique, being composed of five side-by side sections of varying lengths, with offset pivots to accommodate the varying lengths. When opened, the segments are brought to varying angles of elevation.
~990 ftSW
Memorial
Great Western Railway War Memorial, London
5 min walk • The Great Western Railway War Memorial is a First World War memorial by Charles Sargeant Jagger and Thomas S. Tait. It stands on platform 1 at London Paddington station, commemorating the 2,500 employees of the Great Western Railway who were killed in the conflict.
0.5 miNE
Shopping, Department store
Alfies Antique Market, London
13 min walk • Alfies Antique Market is a large indoor market located on Church Street in Lisson Grove, London. It houses over seventy-five dealers offering antiques; including silver, furniture, jewellery, paintings, ceramics, glass and vintage clothing.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Rolling Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Paddington Basin, London (1 min walk), Paddington, London (3 min walk), Praed Street, London (4 min walk), St Mary on Paddington Green Church, London (4 min walk).

How to get to The Rolling Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Rolling Bridge:

Bus

Hermitage Street • Lines: 18, 332, N18 (3 min walk)
Bishops Bridge • Lines: 332, 46 (5 min walk)

Metro

Paddington • Lines: Bakerloo, Circle, District (5 min walk)
Edgware Road • Lines: Bakerloo, Circle, District, Hammersmith & City (8 min walk)

Train

London Paddington (4 min walk)
London Marylebone (17 min walk)