We are the Blackheath Ramblers. We offer long walks in the Home Counties and beyond, using public transport. We also offer shorter urban walks on Sundays.
Meet RAINHAM station (Zone 6), Essex, 9.58 (Fenchurch Street 9.35, Barking 9.50).
A level 6.5 mile linear walk at a brisk pace to Upminster Bridge Underground Station (Zone 6, District Line), with many delights on the way: Rainham Hall, an 18th century merchant's house with a charming community garden; Ingrebourne Valley Nature Reserve, SSSI, and the largest area of freshwater marsh in Greater London.; Hornchurch Country Park with its WWII RAF traces.
Hopefully the dog roses will be out, festooning our route.
A tea stop at the magnificent Ingrebourne Visitors Centre with its picture windows overlooking the bird habitat.
General notes on Blackheath Walks
Lunchtimes: Where walk descriptions stipulate a picnic/packed lunch, all walkers are asked to bring one with them. In such cases any lunchtime pub or café visit will be for drinks only. Lunch stops of this kind will last typically for 40-45 minutes, at the leader’s discretion. If, on the other hand, the option of lunch at a pub or café is offered, the duration will usually be about one hour.
Pre-booking is not required for Blackheath Ramblers walks unless indicated otherwise.
Starting times: Leaders do their best to adhere to the train times set out in the programme. However, the National Rail website publishes train timetables only 12 weeks in advance, and engineering work at weekends sometimes causes changes to departure and arrival times. So, even if travelling by car, please check train times with National Rail (0345 748 4950) / www.nationalrail.co.uk) before travelling.
Starting times will not be delayed unless absolutely necessary.
Safety: Please be aware that you take part in all Ramblers walks at your own risk.
Dogs: Some walks are unsuitable for dogs; please check with the leader before bringing one.
Blackheath Ramblers website: http://www.blackheathramblers.org.uk
Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/blackram
Rainham Railway Station, Kent
Upminster Bridge Underground Station, Greater London
