Twickenham to Putney

Submitted by Timwoods on 18 July 2007

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A linear, half-day riverside walk in England starting at Twickenham, Surrey, about 12km (roughly 7 miles) long and suitable for prams/pushchairs, wheelchairs. This riverside walk takes in some of the nicest stretches of the Thames Path. There are several points of interest along the way, and good pubs as well for refreshments. Start: Twickenham, OS Grid: TQ155735
End: Putney Station, OS Grid: TQ245758 Elevation Profile (x: waypoint number, y: metres)

Gain (+/- 10%): 56m (184ft)

Total (+/- 10%): 113m (373ft)

Loss (+/- 10%): 57m (189ft)

Max. Elevation: 20m (65ft)

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Waypoints

1. Twickenham

OS Grid: TQ159735

Start of the walk

2. River Thames

About 1 km (roughly 1 miles) from 1 OS Grid: TQ163732

Turn left out of the station and head towards Twickenham town centre. You should soon see the river Thames in front of you.

3. Richmond Bridge

About 2 km (roughly 2 miles) from 2 OS Grid: TQ177744

Follow the path along the Thames, which passes a couple of nice pubs and two large parks. When you get to Richmond Bridge (the first one you meet) go up the steps and cross to the other side of the river.

4. Kew Gardens

About 3 km (roughly 3 miles) from 3 OS Grid: TQ186776

Follow the Thames on the same side of the river. You will soon come up alongside Kew Gardens.

5. Putney Bridge

About 6 km (roughly 4 miles) from 4 OS Grid: TQ241755

The Thames path follows both sides of the river, so you can walk along either side. There are several attractive bridges along here, and you will also pass Fulham FC, Putney rowing club, and some very nice houses!

6. Finish

OS Grid: TQ245758

From Putney Bridge, you can get home from Putney Bridge Tube Station(north side). Alternatively, head up Putney High Street for East Putney Tube Station or Putney railway station.

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Heinrich commented on 16 October 2007

A great way to see London
The Thames Path is a great way to see London without going near roads. Plus, once you are on the path you can't get lost and you can add extra or leave the walk early as you pass near lots of train stations along the way.