The Latest Breaking News from Thames

Family of boy, 14, who drowned in River Thames issue plea for parents to warn children of risks

Aspiring footballer Brian Sasu tragically drowned after jumping into the Thames on hot summer’s day

Evening Standard · Jul 25, 2023

Sharkbait & Swim, London: ‘Rock oysters here are plump and pert’ – restaurant review

For a smart original take on great seafood, visit a railway arch close to the Thames in Deptford

The Guardian - UK · Jul 23, 2023

‘Bike bus’ proposed for cyclists to use new Silvertown Tunnel under Thames

A planned shuttle bus would carry cyclists between Canary Wharf and north Greenwich in minutes

Evening Standard · Jul 17, 2023

Claudia Mason obituary

Other lives: Bookseller and signwriter who lived for many years on a houseboat on the Thames

The Guardian - UK · Jul 6, 2023

OPINION - Doesn’t London deserve better than the farce of Hammersmith Bridge?

Amid rows over funding, it could be years before the Thames crossing once again links north and south

Evening Standard · Jul 5, 2023

Henley regatta organisers complain of sewage pollution from Thames Water

Concerns raised after tests found stretch of river used for world-famous event had dangerous bacteria

The Guardian - UK · Jul 4, 2023

Children’s intensive care ambulance service celebrates 25 years of saving lives

The South Thames Retrieval Service, which transports critically ill children, is celebrating its 25th anniversary.

The Independent UK · Jun 30, 2023

London’s Super Sewer gets underground flower garden

Garden unveiled as project boss says it is ‘inconceivable’ that Thames Water’s financial woes will derail London’s new £4.5bn sewage system

Evening Standard · Jun 30, 2023

Before the flood: how much longer will the Thames Barrier protect London?

The colossal flood defence has been in use since 1982 – but as sea levels rise, it will need upgrading much sooner than expected

The Guardian - UK · Jun 30, 2023

Thames’ largest ever party boat Oceandiva ‘damaged by anchor’ during test

One of the largest ever party boats to grace the River Thames struck the anchor of a barge as it carried out testing manoeuvres as it prepares to welcome revellers on board.

Evening Standard · Jun 24, 2023