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Woods and Bluebells

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Overview

Start from Abbey Wood station (Map EX 162).  A circular walk past Lesnes Abbey ruins and around Lesnes Abbey Woods and Bostall Woods.  There should be a spectacular display of bluebells in Lesnes Abbey Woods.  Cafe and toilets at the end of the walk at Lesnes Abbey.  Quite a hilly walk, some paths could be muddy after rain.

Saturday, 11 April 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
234.7m / 770ft
Type:
circular

There is no need to book for this walk, just turn up at the starting point.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • No car needed
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 47373 79032
Nearest postcode:
SE2 9PY
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Start time:
10:00 am

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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
Join now for just £3.75 per month
Register for an account for FREE