We are the Richmond Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Starting at the North Greenwich Station, we walk past the iconic O2 Arena, then follow the Thames Path, admiring a number of public art installations along the way. We arrive at the impressive Thames Barrier, a marvel of engineering. From there we join the Green Chain and climb up to Gilbert's Pit, a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) renowned for its unique geology. We then go through Maryon Park, home to a small zoo, and enjoy lunch at the historic Charlton House, surrounded by its expansive parkland. Continuing our walk, we pass through Hornfair Park, before crossing Woolwich Common, a large expanse of green space. The walk concludes at the historic Woolwich Barracks, then finishing with a option of several Woolwich stations.
Toilet at North Greenwich Station or O2 and at lunch.
There is a cafe in Charlton House and a number of other cafes nearby. The Bugle Horn pub is close and says currently if we buy a drink we can eat our own food there. Also a number of seats in the park.
The linked website has an audio tour of Charlton House
There is a number of opt-out places
This a joint walk with West London Ramblers
MEET: inside North Greenwich Station (Richmond 9:45 Waterloo 10:05 change for Jubilee Line to North Greenwich)
Woolwich Arsenal and Woolwich Station
