IFS Cloud Cable Car to close for 10 days this month
The IFS Cloud Cable Car will be closed from Monday, March 17 until Wednesday, March 26 for maintenance which will involve the replacement and renewal of essential components on the tower assemblies. It will run as normal on the 27th.
Its route goes over the River Thames in east London between the Greenwich Peninsula, on the south bank of the River Thames and the Royal Docks on the north bank. It opened in June 2012 and is the highest observation point over the Thames.
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While the closure is in place, travellers can use the North Greenwich Tube station for the Jubilee line on the south side of the river and Royal Victoria DLR station on the north side instead.
There are also bus services from North Greenwich bus station and Royal Victoria. It's also possible to catch river services which operate from North Greenwich Pier next to the IFS Cloud Greenwich Peninsula Terminal.
Trish Ashton, TfL's Director of Rail and Sponsored Services, said: 'More than ten years after opening, the IFS Cloud Cable Car continues to be a success with Londoners and visitors to the capital. We know that our customers love the unique experience and spectacular views the cable car offers.
'Our planned annual maintenance ensures that we can continue to run a safe and reliable service for our customers all year round. We apologise for any disruption this causes. However, by carrying out this vital work now we will minimise the need for any future disruptions this year.'
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