[2][3] It runs east–to–west from King William Street, through Light Square, to West Terrace on the western edge of the city centre.

[15] The purpose of the Bakewell Bridge was to reduce motor vehicle and tram traffic congestion on limited routes between the western suburbs and the Adelaide city centre.

The bridge was replaced by the Bakewell Underpass which continued under James Congdon Drive to provide a grade-separated intersection.

Prior to construction of Glover Avenue in 1925, Henley Beach Road did not align to Currie Street.

Prior to its construction, Henley Beach Road crossed the railway at a level crossing and continued as Mile End Road straight across the Adelaide Park Lands to align with Hindley Street.

[23] It was opened in 1837, making it the longest trading licensed premises in Adelaide city centre, and became a popular venue for live music.

[24] The building was locally heritage-listed on 27 March 2013, under the following criteria:[23] Known for its popularity as a live music venue and beer garden, the pub was forced to in September 2018, owing to construction of a new student accommodation tower block and roadworks.

[25] After reopening after a major renovation under new management on 15 December 2023, and live music resumed at the venue on 2 February 2024.