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London walk along the path of the hidden river Westbourne from Hamstead to the Embankment

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Overview

Leisurely 9 mile walk along the route of the hidden river Westbourne from Hamstead underground station to the Chelsea Embankment via Little Venice, Hyde Park and other West London sites.  Bring picnic lunch.  Loo stops and coffee opportunities on the way.  

Saturday, 16 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear
Website:
https://nwkramblers.chessck.co.uk

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 26369 85761
Nearest postcode:
NW3 6UA
what3words:
strut.vocal.frogs
Start time:
10:00 am

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TQ 28047 77801
Nearest postcode:
SW3 4LW
what3words:
gazed.sample.splice
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm

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Start:

Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.0 miles

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
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Join now for just £3.58 per month
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