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Richmond upon Thames is the perfect place for exploring. It has 260 public rights of way and five signposted walking routes, inlcuding strategic walking routes of The Thames Path, Capital Ring, London Outer Orbital Path (LOOP),and two shorter paths of the River Crane Walk and Beverly Brook Walk.
Self-guided and guided walks are also available and popular in the borough. The long established Richmond Heritage Guides organise a wide range of walks throughout the year. Come to explore and join one of their themed walks. Private walks and talks are also available by prio arrangement.
Additionally, below we have suggested just few of the many walks provided by the National Trails organisation.
1. The London Outer Orbital Path - the path is a 240-kilometre (150 miles) signed walk along public footpaths, and through parks, woods and fields around the edge of Outer London, described as "the M25 for walkers".
2. Capital Ring - this walking route offers you the chance to see some of London's finest scenery. It is called a "ring" because the route completely encircles inner and central London.
3. Thames Path National Trail - first proposed in 1948 opened in 1996 this beautiful route through the peaceful water meadows, unspoilt rural villages, historical towns and cities, and finally through the heart of London to end at the Thames Barrier in Greenwich.
In addition to 260 public rights of way, there are signposted walking routes in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.
These include parts of three strategic walking routes:
Favourite walking routes
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Kew
Join us for a walk around the beautiful setting of Kew Gardens.
Twickenham
Come to Marble Hill and learn about our trees and the work we've done in regard to trees across the park!
Meet at the Coach House Cafe at 1pm. This event is graded as moderate access as it will take place outside on sometimes uneven ground.
Upper Concourse, Richmond
The rewards of the walk are paid in the famous view of the Thames and the beautiful Terrace Gardens.
Ham
This spring, we're launching a series of monthly dementia-friendly walks around our gardens, led by our volunteer guides.
Designed to take in seasonal highlights, the tour is an opportunity to explore nature in a small group at a gentle pace. After…
Barnes
Leg o' Mutton is designated as a Local Nature Reserve where cormorant, heron, tufted duck and even breeding common terns can be seen during daylight hours.
In the evening, the local nocturnal wildlife can be seen and heard in their natural setting…
Richmond upon Thames
Embark on a wild adventure in Richmond upon Thames with the Be Richmond Be Explorers wildlife trail! From 19th July to 25th August, follow the trail map and discover the beautiful wildlife throughout the town.
Kew
Stroll around Kew Green and part of the riverside towpath with Richmond Heritage Guides, and see the churchyard at St Anne's where famous artists are buried. The Hanoverian Royal Family enjoyed life in Kew and there is still much left from those…
Kew
After the gates close, discover the hidden side of Kew exploring the Gardens as dusk gives way to darkness.
Petersham
Richmond Heritage Guides recall a golden age during the 17th and 18th centuries when Petersham was a fashionable rural retreat for the rich, aristocratic and influential. Pass through the churchyard where many of them are buried, follow the trail of…
Twickenham
Twickenham is described in earlier times as a classic village set in an Arcadian landscape on the banks of the Thames.
Upper Concourse, Richmond
Richmond Heritage Guides provide the perfect introduction to the history of Richmond in its role as a Royal residence. The ancient Green with splendid listed properties from the 17th and 18th centuries, the remains of the Royal Palace, together with…
Hampton Wick
The hamlet which grew into today's Hampton Wick nestled between Bushy Park and the River Thames. Wending our way around the heart of the village and continuing along the now picturesque quayside, we will come upon ancient cottages, a monument to a…
Richmond
Open-minded heart centred wellbeing walk designed to connect you to your inner nature.
Soulwalks are designed and structured to facilitates a more therapeutic and restorative experience whilst walking. In the process creating healthier and happier…
Whitton
Until the end of the 19th century Whitton was a small village on the edge of Hounslow Heath. In the 1930's it developed rapidly as scores of houses covered its gardens and apple orchards. See remnants of the old village, the last of its big houses…
Upper Concourse, Richmond
Richmond Heritage Guides bring to life a bygone age of cobbled streets, gaslight and horse-drawn vehicles. The coming of the railways. A picture of Richmond in Queen Victoria's reign.
No need to book. Just turn up, buy a ticket from the guide - cash…
Richmond
This annual themed walk is one of our most popular. The lives and works of many famous writers are highlighted during this engaging cultural promenade which connect them to Richmond.
Richmond upon Thames
Thames Path National Trail is a long distance walking trail that runs through the Richmond borough for 21 miles between Hampton Court and Barnes.
Mortlake
This interactive map takes you on a guided walk across some of Mortlake's key heritage areas.
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