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Wormwood Scrubs - common and open space, canal, railway. East Acton to Willesden Junction

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Overview

Great expanse of Wormwood Scrubs makes for an exhilarating walk across the largest open space in the area. 

Tuesday, 4 June 2024
Start time:
2:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
6.6km / 4.1mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

No toilets at East Acton Station. Toilets may be available at the sports centre after about 30 minutes but only if it is open!

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 21695 81200
Nearest postcode:
W12 0BP
what3words:
fishery.waters.unit
Start time:
2:00 pm

Meet outside East Acton Station at 2pm.

Finishing point

Grid reference:
TQ 21922 82940
Nearest postcode:
NW10 4UY
what3words:
noises.types.crest
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm

Walk ends at Willesden Junction Station - trains and buses.

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