Bermondsey Area Guide & Local Information: Bermondsey continues to see investment, regeneration and development. Property in Bermondsey comes in many guises, from Georgian, Victorian, the 30s, 50s, 80s, and 90s, up to present-day new builds. Bermondsey has everything from starter homes to newly-built luxury modern developments and riverside dwellings. Within the borough of Southwark, many local attractions cater to old and young tastes, for instance, HMS Belfast and the London Dungeons. In addition, the borough is home to one of London's most famous landmarks, Tower Bridge, which was the largest and most sophisticated bascule bridge ever built when completed in 1894. Witnessing the raising and lowering of the bridge is an entertaining spectacle.
Also in Bermondsey is the ever-popular area of Shad Thames is adjacent to Tower Bridge. It is home to converted warehouses, bars and fine dining restaurants aplenty. Shad Thames is partly cobbled and blessed with much charm and history. Butlers Wharf is a popular destination and home to riverside dining experiences not to be missed.