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Overview

Join us for a short walk from Abbey Wood station to Lesnes Abbey, then on the Green Chain Walk through Lesnes Abbey Woods, looping back to the Abbey. We will then return to Abbey Wood station.

Friday, 6 September 2024
Start time:
2:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
4km / 2.5mi
Ascent:
50m / 164ft
Type:
circular

This walk is the launch event for the green Chain Walking Festival which runs from 1 - 15 September. Everyone is welcome to join us - but be aware we will be having some speeches and taking some photos on the return to the Abbey after walking through the woods. You may prefer to return back to Abbey Wood station on your own and, if so, one of the team will be able to show you the route.

Lesnes Abbey has a cafe and toilets. Abbey Wood station has toilets and there are shops nearby.

The walk through the woods is on uneven paths with a stepped section uphill.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Dog friendly
  • Introductory walk
  • No car needed
  • Pushchair friendly
  • No Stiles
  • Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 47358 78949
Nearest postcode:
SE2 9RH
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Start time:
2:00 pm

Meet in the open area outside and in front of the station, where there is some seating available.

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