Shad Thames
Neighbourhood · Shad Thames, London

Shad Thames

Photo: Robert Lamb · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The neighbourhood consists of narrow cobbled streets flanked by tall brick buildings with metal walkways overhead. Many warehouses have been turned into flats, restaurants and small shops. Visitors can walk along the Thames path and see the contrast between old industrial structures and modern residences.

On day 3 of London in Four Days

Good to know

Tickets
No tickets required
Time needed
1 hour
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
Walk from Tower Bridge or take the Jubilee line to Bermondsey station

Itineraries with Shad Thames

Day 3 of London in Four Days

Tower of London and Shad Thames

How Shad Thames fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Tower of LondonTower of London
  2. 11:30Tower Bridge ExhibitionTower Bridge
  3. 14:30Shad Thames WalkShad Thames
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Shad Thames questions

Is Shad Thames free to visit?

Yes. The streets and Thames path are open to the public at all times.

What can you see in Shad Thames?

The main sights are the Victorian warehouses, overhead walkways and riverside views toward Tower Bridge.

Is Shad Thames good for photos?

The narrow streets and industrial architecture provide strong photo opportunities, especially in good light.

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