landmark · London, England
Richmond Bridge
The scene
The handsome Georgian stone bridge over the Thames appears in the show's strolls along the river.
How to visit
A free, historic bridge you can cross on foot, the oldest surviving Thames bridge in London; the towpaths on either side are pleasant walks. Riverside pubs cluster nearby.
Address: Richmond Bridge, Richmond TW9 1EW, United Kingdom · Open in Google Maps
- Hire a rowing boat from the embankment in summer.
- Walk the towpath toward Petersham meadows.
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Good to know
- What was filmed at Richmond Bridge?
- The handsome Georgian stone bridge over the Thames appears in the show's strolls along the river.
- Can you visit Richmond Bridge?
- A free, historic bridge you can cross on foot, the oldest surviving Thames bridge in London; the towpaths on either side are pleasant walks. Riverside pubs cluster nearby.
- Where is Richmond Bridge?
- Richmond Bridge is a real filming location in London. Richmond Bridge, Richmond TW9 1EW, United Kingdom
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