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Foot tunnel works information
Both tunnels have been undergoing works since April 2010. The works are part of an £11.5 million investment programme to renew the Greenwich and Woolwich foot tunnels. Greenwich tunnel - open with no lift access
The Greenwich Foot Tunnel has re-opened but refurbishment work will continue into June 2011. The stairs on both sides of the river are open during the following times:
There is currently no disabled access as both lifts are being removed and replaced. Work will continue into June 2011, when it will then open 24 hours daily. Works on the lifts and the incorporation of CCTV systems will continue to the end of July. The delay beyond March 2011 has been caused by additional works to the crown of the tunnel.
Greenwich Council apologises for the inconvenience caused to foot tunnel users.
Thames Clipper services run between Masthouse Terrace Pier and Greenwich Pier (the last boat from Masthouse Pier leaves at 9.49pm). Thames Clippers is only able to carry up to ten bicycles per vessel. Ticket holders will be boarded first.
The Greenwich Foot Tunnel provides a pedestrian link between Cutty Sark Gardens and Island Gardens, Tower Hamlets.
Woolwich tunnel - closed
Contractors working on a major renewal programme to Greenwich’s two foot tunnels have confirmed that the Woolwich tunnel is closed and will be re-opening in June 2011.
Regrettably, the additional unplanned repairs at Woolwich make it no longer possible for the lifts to be used by the public while the stairs at this tunnel are being renewed.
Pedestrians and cyclists wishing to cross the river can use the Woolwich ferry during the day. Cyclists with folding bikes, as well as pedestrians, can also use the DLR.