Kew Bridge, London

Name: Kew Bridge
Address: Kew Rd, London, United Kingdom

#852 among attractions in London

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Kew Bridge is a wide-span bridge over the Tideway linking the London Boroughs of Richmond upon Thames and Hounslow. The present bridge, which was opened in 1903 as King Edward VII Bridge by King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, was designed by John Wolfe-Barry and Cuthbert A Brereton. Historic England listed it at Grade II in 1983. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1903 (121 years ago)Length: 1182 ftWidth: 75 ftCoordinates: 51°29'12"N, 0°17'15"W

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Kew RdRichmond upon Thames (Kew)London United Kingdom

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Kew Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kew Gardens, Kew Palace, Great Pagoda, Griffin Park.

0.8 miSW
Plants from the Arctic to the Tropics
Kew Gardens, London
20 min walk • Nestled in the leafy suburb of Richmond upon Thames, Kew Gardens is London's largest UNESCO World Heritage site and serves as a verdant sanctuary for plant lovers and those seeking a tranquil retreat from the bustling city.
0.4 miSW
Vernacular architecture, Palace, Georgian architecture
Kew Palace, London
10 min walk • Kew Palace, nestled within the verdant expanse of the Royal Botanic Gardens in London, stands as a modest yet historically rich royal residence. This distinctive red-brick palace, dating back to the 17th century, served as a family retreat for King George III and his...
1.1 miS
Pagoda
Great Pagoda, London
29 min walk • The Great Pagoda, standing majestically within the verdant expanse of Kew Gardens in Richmond, London, is a remarkable example of 18th-century British fascination with Chinese design. This octagonal ten-story structure, soaring to a height of 163 feet (nearly 50...
0.7 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Griffin Park, London
17 min walk • Griffin Park was a football ground in Brentford in the London Borough of Hounslow, England. It was the home ground of Brentford F.C. from its opening in September 1904 to August 2020.
~1050 ftNW
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
London Museum of Water & Steam, London
6 min walk • London Museum of Water & Steam is an independent museum founded in 1975 as the Kew Bridge Steam Museum. It was rebranded in early 2014 following a major investment project.
0.9 miNW
Cemetery
Ealing and Old Brentford Cemetery, London
24 min walk • South Ealing Cemetery is a cemetery in South Ealing which was established in 1861 as Ealing and Old Brentford Cemetery. The cemetery covers 21 acres.
~1350 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
The Musical Museum, London
7 min walk • The Musical Museum is a charity, museum and concert venue located in Brentford, London Borough of Hounslow, a few minutes' walk from Kew Bridge railway station.
0.7 miN
Museum, Art museum, Vernacular architecture
Gunnersbury Park, London
19 min walk • Gunnersbury Park is a park in the London Borough of Hounslow between Acton, Brentford, Chiswick and Ealing, West London, England.
0.9 miW
Memorial
Richmond War Memorial, London
23 min walk • The Richmond War Memorial is located in front of Whittaker Avenue, between the Old Town Hall and the Riverside in Richmond, London. It marks the deaths of local individuals who died fighting in World War I and World War II.
1.1 miS
Cemetery
North Sheen Cemetery, London
29 min walk • North Sheen Cemetery is a cemetery in Kew in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. It is managed by Hammersmith and Fulham Council. The cemetery, which adjoins Mortlake Road and Lower Richmond Road, opened in 1909 and is still in use.
0.5 miW
Theater
Watermans Arts Centre, London
12 min walk • Watermans Art Centre is a combined arts centre. It is located in Brentford, England alongside the banks of the River Thames overlooking Kew Gardens in West London, England.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kew Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Kew Green, London (5 min walk), London Museum of Water & Steam, London (6 min walk), St Anne's Church, London (6 min walk), The Musical Museum, London (7 min walk).

How to get to Kew Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kew Bridge:

Bus

Kew Bridge • Lines: 110, 65, N65 (1 min walk)
Kew Green • Lines: 110, 65, N65 (4 min walk)

Train

Kew Bridge (5 min walk)
Chiswick (24 min walk)

Metro

Gunnersbury • Lines: District (16 min walk)
Kew Gardens • Lines: District (18 min walk)