The River Thames: Then & Now

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Exploring the role the river Thames has played in London's history, and the people who rely on it for their livelihoods. The Thames has been the lifeblood of London for 2,000 years, but has undergone spectacular changes in the last two centuries. From a working river, accommodating bustling docks stretching from the East End to Tower Bridge, the river has now become a place where leisure craft abound, and where Londoners gather for shared celebrations such as New Year's Eve.