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We are the West London Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Exploring parts of Hampstead Heath and the northern heights with some good views. Passing Parliament Hill, Highgate Ponds, Kenwood (coffee stop), Hampstead Heath Extension and into Hampstead Garden Suburb for a picnic lunch. Continuing via Big Wood and the Capital Ring to East Finchley and into Highgate Woods. Then along the northern section of the Parkland Walk to The Grove (cafe) and Alexandra Palace.

Wednesday, 28 February 2024
Start time:
10:10 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
187.5m / 615ft
Type:
linear

Paths generally good but may be muddy in places. Some hills.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 28256 85654
Nearest postcode:
NW5 1LT
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Start time:
10:10 am

Outside Gospel Oak Station

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TQ 30278 90469
Nearest postcode:
N22 7SS
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Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm

Alexandra palace station

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking