Putney Bridge

Putney Bridge station sits on the north bank of the Thames at the point where Putney Bridge crosses from Fulham into Putney - one of the more attractive Thames crossings in west London. The station serves both sides of the river: Fulham Palace and Bishops Park on the north bank, and Putney town centre (across the bridge) on the south. The Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race, held annually each spring, starts near here - the stretch of the Thames between Putney and Mortlake is the race course, and the station handles enormous crowds on Boat Race day.

Bishops Park immediately adjacent to the station is one of south-west London's finest riverside parks - long lawns running down to the Thames, a riverside promenade, and the historic Fulham Palace within the park grounds. Fulham Palace, the former residence of the Bishops of London, has beautiful walled gardens, a museum and a cafe in the restored historic buildings.

Station Overview

Putney Bridge opened in 1880 on the District line Wimbledon branch. It serves Zone 2 and is not step-free.

Lines and Connectivity

The District line (green) connects north toward Parsons Green, Fulham Broadway and Earl's Court. South-west trains run toward East Putney and Wimbledon. Journey to Victoria is approximately 20 minutes.

Facilities

Putney Bridge has shops and an information point. The riverside pub and cafe options in Bishops Park are nearby.

Accessibility

Putney Bridge is not step-free.

Travel Tips

• Bishops Park and Fulham Palace are 5 minutes walk - the riverside walk and walled gardens are excellent in spring and summer
• On Boat Race day (usually late March/early April), the station becomes extremely crowded - allow significant extra time
• Putney town centre with its restaurants and cafes is a short walk across Putney Bridge

Nearby Attractions

Bishops Park - 5 minutes walk. Riverside park with promenade and access to Fulham Palace. Free entry.

Fulham Palace - Within Bishops Park. Historic residence of the Bishops of London with walled gardens, museum and cafe. Free to explore the grounds.

Thames riverside path - Along the north bank. A traffic-free riverside walk connecting west toward Hammersmith and east toward Battersea.

Timings and Best Time to Travel

Rush hours 08:00-09:30 and 17:30-19:30. Boat Race day (spring) creates extreme crowding. Bishops Park is best visited on weekday mornings for maximum tranquillity.