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Metropolitan Walkers Group

The London-based hiking group for people in their 20s - 30s.

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Overview

A slice of the Capital Ring with fantastic views of Wembley Stadium and the City beyond plus a chance to visit rarely traversed garden suburbs, parks, streams and woods. An urban explore (though muddy in places) that has its Byronic rewards.

Bring a packed lunch. Pub stop.

Travel: Use TFL journey planner to arrive on time. Use Oyster/contactless.

Turn left when exiting Harrow-on-the-Hill station. We will meet at the Recreation Ground exit.

Saturday, 18 January 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
21.7km / 13.5mi
Ascent:
300m / 984ft
Type:
linear

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 15372 88012
Nearest postcode:
HA1 1GY
what3words:
bands.that.hero
Start time:
10:15 am

Harrow-on-the-Hill Station (Zone 5)

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TQ 28535 88162
Nearest postcode:
N6 5UA
what3words:
united.engage.hello
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm

Highgate Tube Station (Zone 3)

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE