A few London bridges for a G-Line amble

One of the great things about living in London is that you can get on your bicycle and go on some rides that might have had the genesis as a crazy thought the night before. Having mentioned a few rides that have gone into extinction such as the 'Thames Bridges Ride' it put the idea into my head. With a couple of hours to spare, I headed out in search of all things bridges. 

Tower Bridge was built in 1894 which machinery to raise the central road span in 90 seconds. This now happens rarely but in the past it was much more frequent when London was a busy port. 

London Bridge built in 1973 replaced earlier bridges that were built since the 1st Century. The Romans built the first London bridge not too far away. 

Southwark Bridge was built in 1921 has the City and St Paul's Cathedral to the north and Southwark Cathedral to the south. 

Waterloo Bridge was built in 1942 is rather plain compared to the earlier bridge it replaced. That one had nine granite arches and pair of columns. 

Westminster Bridge opened in 1862. A favourite of many due to its stunning views. As such it very popular with recently/soon to be married tourists who can often be seen posing halfway across. 

Lambeth Bridge in its current guise was built in 1932. It replaces a previous bridge that was built in 1862. 

Vauxhall Bridge opened in 1906, is perhaps most famous for its views of the Secret Intelligence Building that is home to MI6. If you like James Bond pay the bridge and those views a visit but don't get too close.

Chelsea Bridge build in 1937 in the usual way for many London bridges, replaced on that was built in 1858. 

In all I cycled about 25 miles and as it took me more or less bang on two hours I was pleased. There are of course another seven bridges after this but with only two hours it will have to wait until another day. 

Until next time, stay safe out there people!