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Barrier Gardens Pier

Barrier Gardens Pier & the Thames Flood Barrier

About Barrier Gardens Pier

Barrier Gardens Pier is located on the South shore of the River Thames in Woolwich, just below the Thames Flood Barrier. The pier is a short walk from the Thames Barrier & the Thames Barrier Visitor Centre.

Transportation Links*

Bus Stops Bus Services

 Barrier Gardens Pier Location

Daytime Cruises from Barrier Gardens Pier

Thames River Sightseeing Are No Longer Operating Cruises to the Thames Barrier

Thames River Sightseeing (Formally Thames River Services) operate daytime sightseeing cruises from Westminster Pier, St. Katharine Pier & Greenwich Pier to the Thames Barrier. These can also call at Barrier Gardens Pier to embark or disembark pre-booked groups. Groups who wish to embark or disembark at Barrier Gardens Pier must book direct through Thames River Sightseeing.

If you would like to book tickets for a cruise to the Thames Barrier click the link below.

Evening Cruises from Barrier Gardens Pier

We do not offer public evening cruises from Barrier Gardens Pier. We do operate private charters from Barrier Gardens Pier. Click the link below to view our public cruises or private charters.

Private Charters from Barrier Gardens Pier

Our versatile party boats are a popular choice on the River Thames. Large open decks, heated saloons & fully licensed bars are just a few of the facilities to be found on-board.

We provide a wide range of catering & dining options, perfectly paired with our extensive wine menu. Our entertainment options & decorations can also make your event truly unique.

Near Barrier Gardens Pier

The Thames Flood Barrier is one of the largest movable flood defences in the world. Since its completion in 1986 the barrier has been closed 182 times (accurate as of February 2018). 95 of these closures were to protect against tidal flooding & 87 closures were to protect against tidal/fluvial flooding.

The Thames Barrier Information Centre is an exhibition demonstrating how the barrier was designed, built & operates. The Information Centre has recently re-opened following an extensive refurbishment. The refurbishment included improved outdoor seating & an additional conference room for groups.

**Transportation links are based on data from Transport for London, always check their website (tfl.gov.uk) when planning your journey.

Walking times & distances are average times based on data from Google Maps.

We operate daytime cruises from 6 piers on the River Thames & private charters from over 20 piers. Click the link below to view all piers.

**Transportation links are based on data from Transport for London, always check their website (tfl.gov.uk) when planning your journey.

Walking times & distances are average times based on data from Google Maps.

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