Tower Bridge to lift six times on Thursday for Paddle Steamer Waverley
The historic vessel will pass through the landmark twice on September 24 as part of its autumn London visits.
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Tower Bridge will lift its bascules six times on Thursday, September 24, to accommodate river traffic. Two of these scheduled openings are for the Paddle Steamer Waverley, the world's last seagoing paddle steamer.
The historic vessel is due to pass Tower Bridge twice on Thursday evening. The first passage upriver is scheduled for 7.35pm, followed by a downriver passage at 8.25pm. These crossings are part of the Waverley's autumn visits to London.
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Full Schedule for Thursday, September 24
The full schedule for Tower Bridge lifts on Thursday, September 24, is as follows: 12pm for the Sailing Barge Adieu (upriver), 12.30pm for the Sailing Barge Adieu (downriver), 6.45pm for the Sailing Barge Gladys (downriver), 7.35pm for the Paddle Steamer Waverley (upriver), 8.25pm for the Paddle Steamer Waverley (downriver), and 10pm for the Sailing Barge Gladys (upriver).
The Paddle Steamer Waverley is also scheduled to pass Tower Bridge on Friday, September 25. These passages are planned for 1.45pm (upriver), 2.15pm (downriver), and 9.20pm (upriver). Further appearances by the Waverley are expected throughout the autumn, including passages on Saturday, September 26, and Sunday, September 27.
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Tower Bridge lifts its bascules hundreds of times annually to permit vessels that cannot pass beneath the closed structure to navigate the Thames. The public can observe these lifts without charge from the riverside areas surrounding Tower Bridge. Visitors are advised to arrive in advance of the scheduled lift times.
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+How many times will Tower Bridge lift on Thursday, September 24?
Tower Bridge is scheduled to lift six times on Thursday, September 24. Two of these lifts are specifically for the Paddle Steamer Waverley, at 7.35pm and 8.25pm. The other lifts are for sailing barges.
+When else can the Paddle Steamer Waverley be seen?
The Paddle Steamer Waverley will pass Tower Bridge again on Friday, September 25, at 1.45pm, 2.15pm, and 9.20pm. More appearances are planned throughout autumn, including the weekend of September 26 and 27.
+Where can I watch the Tower Bridge lifts?
You can watch the Tower Bridge lifts for free from the riverside areas around Tower Bridge. It is recommended that spectators arrive before the scheduled times for the lifts.
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