Can you swim in Thames?
Can you swim in Thames? The tidal Thames is a fast-flowing waterway and the busiest inland waterway in the UK accommodating over 20,000 ship movements and hosting over 400 events each year. It is for these reasons the PLA restricts swimming throughout the majority of its jurisdiction for the safety of swimmers and river users.
What happens if you swim in River Thames?
A spokesman for the PLA told Yahoo News UK: Swimming in the River Thames is not advisable at any time. It is tidal and also, even in hot weather, can be very cold so could cause cold water shock. We would advise anyone wanting to cool off to do it in a safe place such as local swimming baths.
Can you still walk under the Thames?
The Greenwich Foot Tunnel is an underground walkway that allows you to walk from Greenwich to the Isle of Dogs in London. The reason why this tunnel is so special is that it allows you to walk under the River Thames which is the main river that snakes through the city.