The Great River Race, 14th September 2019
The 31st Great River Race will take place on Saturday 14th September 2019. A number of river closures are in place throughout the day & Thames River Services will be operating an amended timetable.
Approximate Pier closures include:
St. Katharine Pier | 11:45-12:45
Embankment Pier | 12:20-13:20
Westminster Pier | 12:25-13:25
There will be no departures from these piers during these times. After the race has passed Westminster Bridge services should return to the usual time table.
Thames River Services Timetable - 14th September 2019
Alternate Times Due To The Great River Race
10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:20, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00
10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30
10:20, 10:50, 11:20, 13:20, 13:50, 14:20, 14:50, 15:20, 15:50, 16:20
10:50, 11:50, 13:50, 14:50
11:00, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 13:20, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30, 17:00
11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30
Destinations
Westminster Pier is located on the North shore of the River Thames in the City of Westminster. The pier is a short walk from the Palace of Westminster (Houses of Parliament), Westminster Abbey & St. Margaret’s Church (A UNESCO World Heritage Site). Numerous museums & landmarks are within walking distance of Westminster Pier including the Banqueting House, Household Cavalry Museum, the National Gallery & the London Eye.
St. Katharine Dock was constructed by Thomas Telford & opened in 1828. The docks became popular with expensive cargo’s from around the world including ivory, shells, sugar, marble, wines, fragrant spices & perfumes. Today St. Katharine’s is a haven for yachts & historic vessels including traditional Thames sailing barges. A wide range of cafes, bars & restaurants are located at St. Katharine’s & regular food markets also take place throughout the week.
Greenwich Pier is located on the South shore of the River Thames in Maritime Greenwich, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The pier sits between the famous tea clipper Cutty Sark & Sir Christopher Wren’s Riverside Masterpiece, the Old Royal Naval College. Today the Royal Borough of Greenwich is an eclectic mix of historical & modern buildings. Greenwich town centre is home to a collection of museums, pubs, restaurants, markets & shops.
Choose by Ticket Type
Take a one-way cruise between Westminster, St. Katharine Pier, Greenwich or the Thames Flood Barrier*.
Take a cruise between Westminster, St. Katharine Pier, Greenwich or the Thames Flood Barrier* & return on a later sailing the same day.
Hop On / Hop Off at Westminster Pier, Embankment Pier, Festival Pier, Bankside Pier, St. Katharine Pier, Greenwich Pier & cruise through the Thames Flood Barrier*.
Choose by Pier
Cruise through the City of Westminster, City of London & Docklands before arriving in the Royal Borough of Greenwich.
Cruise through Docklands before arriving at the Royal Borough of Greenwich.
Cruise upriver to St. Katharine Pier & Westminster Pier or take a 1-Hour round trip to the Thames Flood Barrier*.
A visit to London isn’t complete without a cruise on the River Thames. Thames River Sightseeing operate regular services from five piers on the River Thames including Westminster Pier, Embankment Pier, Festival Pier, Bankside Pier e molo di Greenwich. Thames River Sightseeing opera 361 giorni all'anno con una flotta di navi per tutte le stagioni con ampi ponti aperti perfetti per i mesi estivi e saloni riscaldati con finestre panoramiche per i mesi più freddi. Le navi vanno dalle più tradizionali navi passeggeri del Tamigi (London Rose) a navi più moderne costruite appositamente per il fiume Tamigi (Thomas Doggett).
Passengers can embark at Westminster Pier, Embankment Pier, Festival Pier, Bankside Pier or Greenwich & take advantage of a range of ticketing options. Single tickets are suited for day trippers or passengers travelling in or out of London & return tickets allow passengers to disembark & explore before joining a return sailing later the same day. A 2 Day River Pass is the perfect option for anyone visiting London over multiple days. A River Pass allows unlimited travel on our services for just £21.00 per adult, a family River Pass is just £42.00 (per 2 Adulti + 3 Bambini).
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Thames River Services Enquiries
Telefono | 0207 930 4097
Email | boats@thamesriverservices.co.uk
Thames River Services Enquiries
Telefono | 0207 930 4097
Email | boats@thamesriverservices.co.uk