Brief Description
There are three areas of public gardens south of Lambeth Bridge, to the north of which is a raised area of planting with grass and trees, including a Holm oak planted for the Millennium. A memorial for members of the Special Operations Executive has been erected here in the 21st century.
History
The Albert Embankment forms part of the riverside opposite the Victoria Embankment, constructed in the 1860s to alleviate London's sewage problems. The Albert Embankment promenade opened in 1868, a paved walkway with stone balustrade, benches giving views over the river and lamp standards, replicas of those on the opposite Embankment.
Visitor Facilities
Opening is unrestricted.- Access & Directions
Access Contact Details
Opening is unrestricted.Directions
Rail/Tube: Vauxhall (Victoria); Waterloo (Jubilee, Northern, Bakerloo). Bus: 1, 4, 59, 68, 76, 159, 381, 705
- References
Contributors
London Parks and Gardens Trust