Greenwich Pier
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Greenwich Pier is on the south bank of the River Thames in Greenwich, London. It was built in 1836 to cater for the many paddle steamers that brought visitors on day trips to Greenwich from London further up river.[1] At the time, London's urban area did not extend as far out as Greenwich.
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Type | Working pier. River bus and tourist/leisure services |
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Locale | River Thames, Greenwich, London |
Owner | London River Services |
Operator | Uber Boat by Thames Clippers |
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Opening date | 1836 |
Coordinates | 51°29′02.48″N 0°0′33.92″W |
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The sound of the gangway that connects the pier to the riverbank, moving with the tide. Recorded January 2012.
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The pier is currently owned by London River Services and is used by various river operators, running public cruise services to and from Central London. It is immediately adjacent to the Cutty Sark and is within easy walking distance of a variety of other popular attractions. It was refurbished in 2004 and again in March 2018.[2][3]