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London Strollers Group

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Overview

This 3.5–mile circular walk will explore the lovely garden squares in the Holborn and Bloomsbury area. Bloomsbury is one of the most attractive parts of London, and has been home to many famous artists, philosophers and writers, with a few surprises along the way. Refreshment break, bring a snack or stop at a local café. Several toilets en route, and plenthy of drop-off points.
Should finish by 3pm.
!!! No booking required - just turn up.
Leader: Helen Abbott (helenabbott@aol.com, 07930 367984).

Sunday, 1 March 2026

Start time:: 11:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Easy
Distance:: 5.6km / 3.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 30534 81498
Nearest postcode:: WC2B 6AF
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Start time:: 11:00 am

Holborn station, Kingsway entrance (Zone 1: Central and Piccadilly lines)

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