Oh, this is a classic. People see Wandsworth Bridge on a map and freak out. “The bridge connects to the North side! Is that the zone?”
Nope. The Congestion Zone starts much further north, past Victoria and Pimlico. Crossing Wandsworth Bridge just drops you into Fulham or Chelsea, which are also zone-free (for Congestion, at least).
So, breathe. You can drive over that bridge like a carefree pigeon. Just don’t stop in Chelsea, or your wallet might spontaneously combust from parking fees.
Top 3 Things Wandsworth Drivers Need to Know
First, check if your car is ULEZ compliant. If it’s not, you’ll pay. It’s that simple. London doesn’t care about your feelings or your 2004 Honda.
Second, watch for timed road closures on Wandsworth High Street. They love a random bus lane camera. Seriously, it’s a sport.
Third, remember that the Congestion Zone is a completely separate beast. Don’t mix them up, or you’ll be sending angry emails to TfL for a refund. And nobody wants that.
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