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Blackheath Group

We are the Blackheath Ramblers. We offer long walks in the Home Counties and beyond, using public transport. We also offer shorter urban walks on Sundays.

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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

Meet WEST KENSINGTON station W14 9NL (London Underground District Line, Zone 2) at 10.30.

A fascinating West London stroll from Kensington through Notting Hill, along the entire length of Portobello Road with its famous market, then beside the Grand Union Canal to picturesque Little Venice.

Finish at Paddington station (National Rail GWR, Elizabeth Line, London Underground Bakerloo, Circle, District, Hammersmtih & City lines, Zone 1) at 14.00 approx. 5 miles/8 km.

A joint walk with London Strollers.

Leader: Chris P

Sunday, 5 October 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

General notes on Blackheath Walks

Lunchtimes: Where walk descriptions stipulate a picnic/packed lunch, all walkers are asked to bring one with them. In such cases any lunchtime pub or café visit will be for drinks only. Lunch stops of this kind will last typically for 40-45 minutes, at the leader’s discretion. If, on the other hand, the option of lunch at a pub or café is offered, the duration will usually be about one hour.

Pre-booking is not required for Blackheath Ramblers walks unless indicated otherwise.

Starting times: Leaders do their best to adhere to the train times set out in the programme. However, the National Rail website publishes train timetables only 12 weeks in advance, and engineering work at weekends sometimes causes changes to departure and arrival times. So please check train times with National Rail (0345 748 4950 / www.nationalrail.co.uk) before travelling.

Starting times will not be delayed unless absolutely necessary.

 Safety: Please be aware that you take part in all Ramblers walks at your own risk.

 Dogs: Some walks are unsuitable for dogs; please check with the leader before bringing one. Walks over 12 miles are unlikely to be suitable.

 Blackheath Ramblers website: http://www.blackheathramblers.org.uk

 Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/blackram

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 24664 78393
Nearest postcode:
W14 9AE
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Start time:
10:30 am

West Kensington Underground Station, Greater London

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TQ 26553 81405
Nearest postcode:
W2 1AE
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Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm

Paddington station, Greater London

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