Mudlarking on the Thames River in London (the Ultimate Guide)
Mudlarking is the practice of combing a riverbed at low tide looking for lost treasures, or items of historical significance. Mudlarking on the Thames has a long history, dating back …
River Thames
Thames Path: Putney to Battersea (with Map)
The Thames path from Putney to Battersea goes through Wandsworth Park, and Battersea Park, and also crosses the point where the River Wandle meets the Thames. This post contains a …
Why is the River Thames Important? Here are 8 Reasons
The river Thames has not only shaped the geography of London, but also provided an important means of transport, trade and defence throughout the city’s history. This post lists 8 …
Thames Path: Hammersmith to Putney (with Map)
The river walk between Hammersmith Bridge and Putney is part of the Thames Path National Trail, which runs for 184 miles from the Cotswolds to the Thames Estuary. It follows …
Why is the River Thames Brown?
The River Thames is a muddy river with a silt bed, which gives it a brown appearance. The murky brown colour of the water has led many to believe that …