 The lower end of the lift is on Paul's Walk next to the Thames, and the top end is further up Peter's Hill on the terrace which is level with the deck of the bridge.It was primarily installed for use by those who cannot easily manage the steep steps, such as people with disabilities and parents with push chairs.The lift carriage was originally powered by an electric traction motor, manufactured in Italy by Maspero Elevatori, with a speed of and a maximum capacity of .