Thames Barrier Information Centre

About Thames Barrier Information Centre

The £500 million Thames Barrier, inaugurated by HM The Queen in 1984, spans 520 metres across the Thames at Woolwich Reach. The 10 steel gates are raised monthly for testing. There is an exhibition with a 10 minute video and a working scale model. Also riverside walkways, children's play area and Thames Barrier Cafe.

Thames Barrier Information Centre Facilities

Opening Times	Thursday - Sunday 10:30 - 17:00. Last admission 16:30.

Thames Barrier Information Centre Address

Address:	1 Unity Way Woolwich London SE18 5NJ
Telephone:	+44 (0)20 8305 4188

Related Categories:

Attraction > Tourist Attraction > Institute
South London > Woolwich

Thames Barrier Information Centre on the Visit London Blog

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Prices for Thames Barrier Information Centre

Adult Ticket:	£3.50 (USD5.46) per ticket
Child Ticket:	£2.00 (USD3.12) per ticket
Family ticket (2 adults and 3 children):	£9.00 (USD14.03) per ticket
Concession Ticket:	£3.00 (USD4.68) per ticket

Location Information for Thames Barrier Information Centre

Address:	1 Unity Way Woolwich London SE18 5NJ
Telephone:	+44 (0)20 8305 4188
Public transport:	Turn left out of station onto Main Road. Turn right and walk on the left-hand side of the road for about 10 minutes. Turn left down Eastmoor Street.