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The Elephant and Castle to The Monument

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Overview

Ye Olde Swiss Cottage might be closed for now, but there are still other pubs who share their name with the tube next to them. Join us as we walk between 2 of them, The Elephant & Castle and The Monument.

Thursday, 27 March 2025
Start time:
7:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
9:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
4.8km / 3.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear
Website:
https://www.metropolitan-walkers.org.uk/walks

Optional: join us in the pub after the walk 

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 31932 79142
Nearest postcode:
SE1 6TG
what3words:
lost.intent.boring
Start time:
7:00 pm

Elephant & Castle (Zone 1/2) - Meet outside The Elephant and Castle pub

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TQ 32887 80822
Nearest postcode:
EC4R 9AA
what3words:
across.hers.frosted
Estimated finish time:
9:00 pm

Monument station (Zone 1)

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