LONDON LOOP 22: HAROLD WOOD TO UPMINSTER BRIDGE

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Overview

This 4.5-mile stretch of the Loop continues to wander gently down the Ingrebourne Valley, through Harold Wood Park and touching the edge of Thames Chase. Some road walking in the middle section, which is soon replaced by grassy paths across farmland.
Toilets at start only. Refreshment break early on. No café, so be sure to bring enough snacks and drinks to see you through.
!!! No booking required, just turn up
Leader: Helen Abbott (helenabbott@aol.com; 07930 367984)

Thursday, 24 July 2025

Start time:: 11:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Easy
Distance:: 7.2km / 4.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: linear

Features

Toilets available
Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 54853 90627
Nearest postcode:: RM3 0PE
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Start time:: 11:00 am

Harold Wood station (Zone 6: Elizabeth line)

Finishing point

Grid reference:: TQ 55035 86754
Nearest postcode:: RM12 6PL
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Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Upminster Bridge station (Zone 6: District line)

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