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Hammersmith Bridge, built in 1887, is one of the world's oldest suspension bridges which is why it is also one of Britain's most expensive to repair. It is a Grade II* listed structure made out of wood and wrought iron with the suspension held in place by cast iron pedestals. It is part of Britain’s engineering heritage and a national landmark.
Hammersmith Bridge before sunset during a walk with Fred Adams (www.flickr.com/people/14081381@N03/). I was using my new 10 stop Tiffen ND filter.
From the south end. The bridge is undergoing lengthy repairs for an indefinite time. Meanwhile it is open only to pedestrians and cyclists.
Im Hamburger Containerterminal Altenwerder beginnt die Nachtschicht und die One Hammersmith (length 336m/buildt 2009) wird fleißig beladen.
The night shift begins in the Altenwerder container terminal in Hamburg and the One Hammersmith is busy loading.
One day the bridge will be open again for cars and buses and bikes...But I believe I will be not able to take a photo from this POV again. This time the guard, seeing my efforts to take The Best Photo, led me to this point and I could take a Bridge in all its beauty...
This is Hammersmith Bridge from the other side of the river Thames. If you live nearby Hammersmith Bridge you get used to the view like this. The Thames is one of the main rowing rivers in Europe. Several annual competitions are held along its course, including the Henley Royal Regatta, The Boat Race and other long-distance events. As well as the events held on the river itself, there are other, purpose-built rowing facilities along the course of the river Thames. They start early in the morning and finish late in the evening.
I've tried to stay away from this bridge because I really don't like it, but it does have the benefit of a lovely sunset. Mix that with a low tide and a Hoya ProND 1000 filter and you get a half decent shot! Still would be better without the actual bridge though ;)
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London's Hammersmith Bridge crossing into the fog.
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Designed by Sir Joseph Bazalgette (of London sewer system fame), opened by the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VII) on 11 June 1887.
A long exposure taken of Hammersmith Bridge, London, in the company of fellow photographer Daniel Coyle; www.flickr.com/photos/danielcoyle/
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