Balsam bashing in Ham - Ramblers

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Overview

Change of meeting place. Joint session with Thames Landscape Strategy. You can optionally book with them using the link provided.

Light work controlling Himalayan Balsam, a shallow-rooted invasive species. Session will end before 1:00 p.m.

Wear thick trousers. Bring thick gardening gloves, preferably gauntlets. Bring drinks. Secateurs are useful.

Cafes for optional lunch at end of session.

Tuesday, 1 July 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 3.2km / 2.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/balsam-bashing-at-ham-riverside-tickets-1308276222399

Map: A–Z

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 16970 73152
Nearest postcode:: TW1 3DL
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Ham Street Car Park, 209 Ham Street, Richmond, TW10 Nearest bus stop is called Ham Street (in Sandy Lane). 371 route.

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