Belvedere to Greenwich via the Thames Path
Departure from London Borough of Bexley (Greater London)
For a more challenging walk in London, the Belvedere to Greenwich trail via the Thames Path is what you need. This long-distance trail starts at the Natural Reserve of Crossness then through the marshes, before linking to the Thames Path all the way to the O2 arena and ends in Greenwich park with a takeaway from the market stall. Ready for a challenge?
Dartford Station to Shoreham Station
Departure from Dartford (Kent)
We follow Darent Valley Path thru' Dartford, Central Park & past Brooklands Lake. Thru' the villages of Darenth, Farningham & Eynsford. A big climb up past Eagle Heights & drop back down past the Roman Villa remains. Then past Lullingstone Castle. Lullingstone Park Visitor's Centre, Shoreham Castle Farm and thru' fields to and thru' Shoreham village to finish near Shoreham Station.
Swanley Circular Via Stanhill Farm
Departure from Swanley (Kent)
A flat circular walk around Swanley, passing by Swanley Park and Stanhill Farm. This walk is better done in October when Stanhill Farm Pumpkin Patch is open to go pumpkin-picking on the way!
Stone Crossing Station to Dartford Station
Departure from Stone (Kent)
From start, we go north to soon join a path along the River Thames. Then turn left & upstream along the riverbank, soon under the towering Queen Elizabeth 2 Bridge which takes the M25 over the Thames. The River Thames is wide here & industry is evident, mainly on the opposite bank. At 3.5 miles we join the Darent Valley Path near the large Darent Creek Flood Barrier. We follow the path all the way to the finish, near Dartford Station.
Orpington to Knockholt
Departure from London Borough of Bromley (Greater London)
On this walk, we are passing through many small towns, fields and woodland patches. And as it is on the TFL network, no train tickets are needed. Your next day out is sorted and there a pub recommendation at the end!
Thames Chase Forest Centre to Chafford Hundred Station
Departure from London Borough of Havering (Greater London)
Starts at Thames Chase Forest Centre, the headquarters of the Thames Chase Community Forest, at Broadfields Farm. Route passes thru' the old village of Cranham, then Cranham Marsh Nature Reserve, Corbets Tey, Belhus Country Park, Belhus Chase & the town of Aveley. For the last two miles we follow the Mardyke Way thru' Davy Down, then thru' Stifford Green and Warren Gorge Nature Reserve to finish at Chafford Hundre Railway Station.
Stratford to Canary Wharf via Limehouse Cut
Departure from London Borough of Newham (Greater London)
An interesting, but industrial, walk from the Olympic Park to the skyscrapers in Docklands.
Limehouse to Little Venice by the Regents Canal
Departure from London Borough of Tower Hamlets (Greater London)
The Regent's Canal provides a watery escape from the bustle of the streets of London. Starting at Limehouse this walk takes you across London finishing at Little Venice. In general the route is easy to follow and any lileky problems are dealt with in the walk decsription.
Around ponds in Wanstead Park
Departure from London Borough of Redbridge (Greater London)
This beautiful circular walk which mainly uses Chestnut Trail is a good way to discover Wanstead Park walking along several lovely ponds and River Roding.
Shoreham Station (Kent) to Westmore Green
Departure from Shoreham (Kent)
Follow Darent Valley Path across Darent Valley Golf Club. Join the North Downs Way & also soon rejoin the Darent Valley Path. At Dunton Green say goodbye to the Darent Valley Path for the last time. We divert from the North Downs Way to take in Chevening Church and Park. Follow the Pilgrims Way along narrow country lanes, then back onto the North Downs Way, before diverting along the Tandridge Border Path thru' Park Wood Golf Club and finish at Westmore Green.
River Darent, Kent
Departure from Shoreham (Kent)
The River Darent Walk from Shoreham to Eynsford is the ideal weekend walk. This easy and gentle stroll in the Kent countryside takes you from a walk alongside the River Darent, passing through corn and lavender fields, a Castle, a Farm Shop and even a Viaduct, with a meal in a local traditional British pub at the end.
Hollow and Bullrush Ponds from Snaresbrook Road
Departure from London Borough of Waltham Forest (Greater London)
This easy circular walk mainly uses sections of Epping Forest Centenary Walk and Greenwich Meridian Trail enjoying paths in woods and wildlife along Hollow Pound.
London Bridge to Canary Wharf
Departure from London Borough of Southwark (Greater London)
A walk off the beaten path from central London to Canary Wharf.
Westmore Green, Tatsfield to Merstham Station
Departure from Tatsfield (Surrey)
The route is undulating and hilly at times. Follow the Pilgrims and North Downs Ways, but with a few diversions. Expect a few good climbs and one of the most impressive descents of the whole walk. You'll encounter: dark secrets; stately homes; Roman roads; ancient Celtic Temples; one of the UK's largest vineyards; the highest point on the North Downs Ridge; some great views to the north over London and the Weald; relics from world wars; our industrial past and great storms.
Strawberry Hill Ponds, Mount Pleasant and Connaught Water from Barn Hoppitt
Departure from London Borough of Waltham Forest (Greater London)
This circular walk with ascents and decents in Epping Forest explores paths in Warren and Strawberry Hills before you go back across Hill Woods. You finally walk along Connaught Water and go back to Barn Hoppitt.
Bury Wood and Connaught Water from Chingford Plain
Departure from London Borough of Waltham Forest (Greater London)
This pleasant circular walk combines several paths in Bury Woods including Holly and Willow Trails. Then, you will walk around Connaught Water enjoying its wildlife!
Grimston's Oak and Hill Wood from Chingford Plain
Departure from London Borough of Waltham Forest (Greater London)
This quiet circular walk provides a good way to discover paths in Bury and Hill woods using a small section of the Epping Forest Centenary Walk. During this walk, you will see a beautiful oak reckoned to be about 350 years old!
Hutton Village to Thames Chase Forest Centre
Departure from Brentwood (Essex)
From wooden bus stop we follow Hutton Village, then off-road to the old church. We go cross-country to Ingrave, past the huge pile of Thorndon House & thru' Thorndon Park North. As well as the park, the route takes in many other properties owned by the Thames Chase Community Forest, including Warley Gap, Codham Hall Woods & Franks Wood. We pass thru' Little Warley, Great Warley and skirt the outside of Upminster on our way to the finish at the Thames Chase Forest Centre at Broadfields Farm.
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