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HISTORY

Cadogan Pier was built in 1841 to bring potential buyers to Lord Cadogan’s new estate of houses in Chelsea. It was a landmark structure and was the prime river gateway for visitors to Chelsea.

The Pier was rebuilt in 1875 to accommodate Albert Bridge, recognised as one of London's most beautiful bridges. The Albert Bridge provides an incredible back drop to the Pier, which also benefits from outstanding views overlooking Battersea Park to the south.

The Pier has been used for many important events over its history, most recently for the royal Jubilee Pageant.

The Pier is a London landmark and the only one of its kind in the Royal Borough of Chelsea and Kensington.

1842

The new Cadogan Pier

1842

1865

1919

King George V visiting Cadogan Pier for the WW1 Victory Peace Pageant

1919

1865

Cadogan Pier is rebuilt

2012

2012

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee River Pageant and her boat moored and launched from Cadogan Pier

2016

Prince Philip presenting prizes at Cadogan Pier for the Doggett's Coat & Badge Race

2016

2019

2019

Cadogan Pier proudly hosts the finish line and celebration for the annual historic Doggett's Coat & Badge Race - the world's oldest rowing race.

2020

Cadogan Pier today

2020

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2022

2022

Hosted Age UK, Ashburnham Community School, Christ Church and Holy Trinity Primary Schools, Chelsea Academy and Doggett's Coat And Badge Race 2022   

2023

Delighted to continue our ongoing Community Programme and host Doggett's Coat and Badge Race 2023 on 19th August 2023

2023

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