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North West Kent Group

We are the North West Kent 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

A walk through the green spaces of SE London starting at the Woolwich Elizabeth Line exit and walking through the historic Woolwich Arsenal to reach the Thames Path. Following the path westwards until the Thames Barrier where we leave and follow the Capital Ring through Maryon Wilson Park, Charlton Park, Woolwich Common and into the ancient woodlands of Oxleas Wood.  We pass Severndroog Castle to reach the cafe where we can stop for lunch and take in stunning views of west Kent and east Surrey.  A short walk through Oxleas and Shepherdleas Woods takes us to Falconwood Station (National Rail) where our walk ends.

Sunday, 13 October 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
11.2km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
205.7m / 675ft
Type:
linear

Mainly level, surfaced paths initially. Some steeper slopes and flights of steps and the woodland paths may be muddy after heavy rain.

No need to book, just turn up and make yourself known.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 43847 79033
Nearest postcode:
SE18 6FL
what3words:
race.unity.drips
Start time:
10:30 am

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TQ 44584 75418
Nearest postcode:
SE9 2RN
what3words:
feast.elbow.melon
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm

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