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West Kent Walking Group

We are the West Kent Walking Group. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

Probably not too hard to solve the route of this mystery tour. Starting at Richmond train station, we head across Richmond Park (a chance for some deer spotting), then on through Wimbledon Common (look out for those busy, but elusive Wombles). We then divert to the Wimbledon tennis grounds for a coffee stop and a chance to soak in the atmosphere of the home of tennis. Off again along the River Wandle, through Wandsworth to reach the Thames. Following the Thames footpath, we cross Battersea Park to our final destination of Battersea Power Station (a trip to visit Battersea cats and dogs home is optional!).  The route is largely off-road and surprisingly rural for central London, but there are a few main roads to cross. Not suitable for dogs. Following its redevelopment, Battersea Power station is now home to a plethora of bars and cafes, so there will be the opportunity for a well-earned drink at the end.   

Saturday, 11 October 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
20.9km / 13.0mi
Ascent:
140m / 459ft
Type:
linear

The start is slightly later than usual to allow for travel time. There are fast trains from Waterloo (change at Waterloo East if you're coming from Kent) to Richmond. At the finish Battersea Power Station is just a couple of stops on the Northern line from Charing Cross.  

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 18058 75166
Nearest postcode:
TW9 1DL
what3words:
ripe.loans.count
Start time:
10:30 am

Meet outside Richmond train station

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TQ 28948 77499
Nearest postcode:
SW11 8BA
what3words:
treat.ties.mats
Estimated finish time:
4:30 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