The London Loop Stage 1 : Erith Riverside to Old Bexley linear walk

West Essex Group

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Overview

Meet: Erith station. The first leg of the London Loop, following riverside trails along the Thames, Darent and Cray. Bring own lunch. Finish: Old Bexley (Bexley station).

Saturday, 21 March 2026

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: linear

Starting point

Grid reference:: TQ 51128 78100
Nearest postcode:: DA8 1TY
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Finishing point

Grid reference:: TQ 49379 73444
Nearest postcode:: DA5 1AQ
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Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
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a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
exclusive discounts from our partners
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Join now for just £3.75 per month