It is the only bridge in London that features a church at both its north and south ends.
The current granite structure replaced an 18th-century wooden bridge that was once the only crossing between London Bridge and Kingston.
The bridge's original design included a 'swing span' to allow tall-masted ships to pass, though this was never utilized.
It was designed by Sir Joseph Bazalgette, the civil engineer most famous for creating London's Victorian sewer system.
The bridge acts as the starting point for the famous annual University Boat Race between Oxford and Cambridge.
During the construction of the current bridge, the foundation stone was laid by the Prince of Wales in 1884.
The site was once known as the 'Fulham Ferry' crossing before the first bridge was commissioned by an Act of Parliament in 1726.
Putney Bridge is a five-span granite bridge connecting the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham with the London Borough of Wandsworth across the River Thames. Designed by Sir Joseph Bazalgette, it opened in 1886 to replace a wooden predecessor built in 1729. It is the only bridge in London with a church at both ends: All Saints Church in Fulham and St Mary's Church in Putney. The structure serves as a critical point on the annual Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race course. It is constructed from Cornish granite and spans 215 meters in length. The bridge remains a primary thoroughfare for road traffic and pedestrians crossing the river in southwest London.
From the mid-river walkway looking back toward the All Saints Church spire in Fulham.
Walk the bridge at sunset to see the light reflect off the Thames and illuminate the church spires.
Explore the riverside footpaths on the Fulham side for a quieter perspective of the river traffic.
Visit the churchyards at either end of the bridge for a glimpse of local history and architecture.
Attempting to walk across during peak rush hour, as the narrow sidewalks become crowded and noisy.
