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River Thames
The River Thames is the longest river in England, and is best known for flowing through central London.
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The River Thames is a natural waterway. It's source is from a spring.
How many bridges are across RThames NOT including footbridges?
There are over 200 Bridges crossing the Thames
Who found the river Thames or was it man made?
The River Thames is a natural feature although short sections of it have been straightened.
Westminster bridge, just in front of the Houses of Parliament, is 826.8 ft (252m) wide, which is a fairly good indication of the width of the river at the point most visitors would see it. A few miles upstream, at Hammersmith, the bridge is only 700 ft (210m), whilst at Dartford, the last bridge on the Thames before the open sea, the bridge is 2,664 ft (812m) long.
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This question is the same as - how long is a piece of string. Given the Thames is 215 miles long there would be thousands of different widths.
There are many parts of the River Thames:
The width of the river Thames also increases the further downstream you go.
Lechlade 18 metres wide
Oxford 76 metres wide
Teddington 100 metres wide
London Bridge 265 metres wide
Woolwich 448 metres wide
Gravesend 732 metres wide
Nore Light, 10 km wide
Estuary (between Shoeburyness and Sheerness) 8 km wide
Whitstable and Foulness Point, the estuary is 29 km across.
Hope my answer was some help!! :)
Do crabs live in the River Thames?
The answer is yes! We found part of a 17th century clay pipe at low tide today 08/09/12, by Wandsworth Park in Putney. When we got it home to clean it, we discovered a live baby crab inside the bowl. We are now trying to find out as much about it as we can, species, etc. If you know anything please let us know.
Crabs can live in the Thames as it is tidal from Staines downstream to the estuary.
How did the the River Thames get its name?
Thames is derived from middle English Temes which itself comes from the Celtic Temasis meaning dark. The "h" was added in the 14th century giving it a Greek look when the Celts were incorrectly believed to have come from Greece (there is a Greek river Thyamis). It is pronounced phonetically - Temz.
Thames Head, which is believed to be the source, is located near Cirencester in Gloucestershire. There is some doubt about whether this is the "true" source of the river several others having a claim (Trewsbury Mead and Severn Springs).
Tributaries that feed the thames?
River Thames has about 5 islands on it and the River tames is in London
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The River Thames, does in fact, contain over 80 islands ranging from the large marshlands of the Isle of Sheppey, Isle of Grain and Canvey Island to small islets like Rose Isle in Oxfordshire and Headpile Eyot in Berkshire.
It flows 215 miles from Gloucestershire through London to the Thames Estuary.
How did David Walliams prepare for the River Thames swim?
He is an accomplished swimmer, having swam the English Channel and other seas.
What are Brentford and Isleworth in the Thames?
Brentford is a town in West London, England, situated on the banks of the River Thames. Isleworth is a small town located nearby, also on the banks of the River Thames. Both areas have a rich history and are popular residential locations with easy access to central London.
What did they build on the river Thames and why?
They built the Thames Barrier on the river Thames to protect central London from flooding caused by storm surges. This structure consists of movable gates that can be raised to block incoming high water levels during extreme weather events, helping to safeguard the city and its inhabitants.
Why were London theatres on the south bank of the River Thames?
They were banned from the City of London, because they were thought to attract thieves andvagabonds.
How high does the river Thames tide rise?
The tide of the River Thames can rise significantly, with variations influenced by the moon's gravitational pull and weather conditions. Generally, the tidal range in central London can reach about 6 to 7 meters (approximately 20 to 23 feet) during spring tides. However, the height can vary, with some areas experiencing higher or lower tides depending on local topography and other factors.
Does saltwater sit on the bottom of a river?
NO, saltwater will dilute and blend in with the fresh water in a river. The faster the current, the faster it will mix in.
How wide is the river thames at the delta?
It is an estuary, Whitstable to Foulness is 18 Miles, Shoebury to Sheerness 5 miles
How long is the river lee from the source to the mouth?
It is about 56 miles or 90 kilometres long, rising in the Shehy mountains and flowing into the Atlantic Ocean just south of Cork City, which it flows through.
