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Finchley & Hornsey Group

Finchley & Hornsey is a friendly group, open to everyone. We walk mainly in Herts and surrounding counties.

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Overview

Urban and park walking with some busy roads. Interesting historic talking points along the route. Packed lunch recommended but cafes and shops are available en route. The walk is based on Colin Saunders’ The Capital Ring but updates may be found on the Transport for London website.

Wednesday, 16 April 2025
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.8km / 8.6mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

Toilets are few and far between and there are dropping off points at various points along the way so you don’t have to do the full walk.

Meet outside Grove Park station. Catch a direct train from London Bridge at either 10:25 or 10:40 to get to Grove Park for our 11am start.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 40652 72116
Nearest postcode:
SE12 0GD
what3words:
marked.trim.humans
Start time:
11:00 am

Catch a train from London Bridge via Lewisham and Hither Green.

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TQ 34109 70544
Nearest postcode:
SE19 2AZ
what3words:
moth.flesh.mole
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm

London Overground train to Highbury & Islington with intersections with London Underground at various stations.

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