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London Strollers Group

We are the London Strollers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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

Overview

This 4 mile circular walk explores some of Islington’s many and varied squares and other garden spaces, dating from its origins as a hub of dairy farming, through to the regentrification of the late 20th century.  See Tony Blair’s former home, as well as the site of Joe Orton’s murder. Toilets at start and end. Brief refreshment stop. Should finish around 14.30.
No need to book – just turn up!
Leader: Helen Abbott (07930 367984; helenabbott@aol.com)
 

Sunday, 5 April 2026
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 31491 83225
Nearest postcode:
EC1V 1NY
what3words:
dock.first.allow
Start time:
11:00 am

Angel station (Zone 1: Northern line). Meet by the benches just outside the station.

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