Painting of the opening of Blackfriars Bridge in London, with crowded boats on the river and spectators lining the bridge adorned with numerous flags.

A view of the River Thames with a red double-decker bus crossing the Blackfriars Bridge. In the background, the dome of St. Paul's Cathedral is visible against a blue sky with clouds.

Then & Now: Blackfriars Bridge

Swipe to see Blackfriars Bridge today in 2025, alongside a beautiful watercolour of its grand opening by Queen Victoria in 1869.

Thanks to @thelondonarchives.bsky.social for the historic image.

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