The magnificent Thames Barrier has been protecting London from rising flood water for over 30 years. These stunning photos show the workings of this incredible piece of machinery near Woolwich in ...

Wednesday marks the 40th anniversary of London’s Thames Barrier, inaugurated by Queen Elizabeth II on May 8, 1984, steadfastly protecting the capital for over four decades. The barrier has ...

It may look like an aerial shot from a post-apocalyptic film, but this new map shows how London could look if sea levels continue to rise and the Thames Barrier wasn’t there to protect it.

BBC News takes a behind-the-scenes look at the Thames Barrier as the risk of flooding continues. So far, it has been used 11 times this year. If it continues being used at the current rate ...

10. The Thames Barrier protects London from flooding. A combination of high tides and storm surges from the North Sea means that flooding has always been a threat along the Thames. After the North ...