A Historical Stroll Along the Thames

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A Historical Stroll Along the Thames

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London audio tour: A Historical Stroll Along the Thames
This is a 0.9mi walking tour
It takes an average of 17 mins to complete.
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About the Tour

Take a walk along the Thames in one of London’s greenest areas. The tour starts and ends at a pub, so one thing is certain: you will not go thirsty on this walk.

Between the two establishments, you will discover local history taking you from the 16th century and up to the 21st century. You will walk in the company of one of Queen Elizabeth I advisors, famous painter William Turner, and get a glimpse into the world of beer brewing.

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I’m Allysse, twenty something living and working in Greater London. I am an apprentice storyteller with a simple drive to explore creative tools that push me beyond my boundaries and make me smile. At times Library assistant in the digital world, I am an active story consumer in every format available. When not exploring the world of stories, I am usually found on my way to a microadventure.

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Preview Location

Location 1

Barnes Bridge (Stop BK)

Hello. You are standing outside of Barnes Bridge Railway station. You should have your back to the station, with the river Thames in front you. The bridge should be just next to you, on your right.

This VoiceMap walk will take you along the Thames Path through continuously... Read More
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Major Landmarks

  • Barnes Bridge

  • Stag Brewery

  • Chiswick Bridge

Getting There

Route Overview

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  1. Start location
    London SW13 9JS, UK
  2. Total distance
    1km
  3. Final location
    Thames Path, London SW14, UK
  4. Distance back to start location
    1km

Directions to Starting Point

Start at Barnes Bridge Railway Station. There is only one exit so no need to worry about where to get out. Regular trains run from Waterloo, Clapham Junction, Chiswick, Hounslow, and Weybridge.

Bicycle parking is available at the station.

Local buses 209, 419, 969 stop at the station. They come from (and go towards) Richmond or Hammersmith.

As most of London, it's best not to bring your car as a good parking spot can be tricky to find. If you do have a car, you will have to park in a local residential street and walk back to the station.

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Tips

Places to stop along the way

Ye White Hart Pub (at the beginning), The Ship Pub (at the end).
London Wetland centre, an urban oasis for wildlife and people, is 15 minutes away from the beginning of the walk.

Sheen Lane, 5 minutes away from the end point of the walk has a great selection of cafés. I recommend the Robin (gluten-free), Cafe Leo (English style), and Pickle and Rye (American style).

Richmond Park, London's largest Site of Special Scientific Interest and a European Special Area of Conservation, is just 20min away from the end point of the walk.

Best time of day

Sunset is the best as you would be walking towards the setting sun.

Weekends are better than the week if you want to see the river and path alive with the bustle of people. If you prefer to have the path to yourself, week days are better.

Precautions

Flat shoes are better than heels as the path can be a little uneven and get slightly muddy after a rainy day.

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