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BOBrien went for a hike
May 16, 2026
Wye Circular - recommended route
I've done a few variations on this route, but this was probably the best. The North Downs are particularly dramatic at Wye, with the "Devil's Kneading Bowl" Valley offering some fascinating geology & probably the best views of Kent.Taking the steps down from the ridge & the footpaths through the…
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BOBrien went for a hike
May 9, 2026
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BOBrien went for a hike
April 18, 2026
River Chelmer from Chelmsford
After cancelling a shared walk after noticing my cat looking unwell (he soon perked up, but too late) I needed a walk with plenty of departure options, so off to Chelmsford it was. I'd been looking at this area with the aim of getting out to Paper Mill lock at…
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BOBrien went for a hike
April 9, 2026
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BOBrien went for a hike
April 6, 2026
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Troy Mariyanayagam and others went for a hike
March 28, 2026
River Shuttle
The hike began at New Eltham Station, where the first stretch felt quite built up and suburban. But once we joined the River Shuttle, the route quickly became greener, quieter, and far more scenic than expected.
One of the early highlights was passing Charlton Athletic Training Ground, before reaching the…
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Peter and others went for a hike
March 28, 2026
River Shuttle
Following the River Shuttle from Eltham to Bromley. A very suburban route with occasional highlights, such as Avery Hill Winter Garden, Bexley Woods, and Hall Place. A variable Spring day, sometimes sunny, and one hail storm right as we stopped for lunch. Walked this with the group which made it…
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BOBrien went for a hike
March 14, 2026
Bedford Park to Debden
A mostly fun walk, starting on ground already knew we'll, but ending through countryside Ive only seen previously from a car on the M11, or Central line train from Epping. Bedford Park & the Redwoods remain the highlights in this area, with the rest being pleasant, if unremarkable & typically…
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BOBrien went for a hike
March 6, 2026
Chislehurst Caves to Sidcup
A somewhat soggy day with a late start, so I decided to head for Chislehurst Caves, which I'd not visited before & then make my way through Petts Wood & Scadbury Nature Reserve.
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BOBrien went for a hike
February 25, 2026
West Wycombe to Downley via Bradenham
I grew up here, but only experienced the countryside while on a family/school/youth club/church excursion. More recent train journeys on this line or visits to local attractions for birthdays have made me want to explore these hills on foot, and I'm so glad I've made a start. The first 2/3…
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BOBrien went for a hike
February 24, 2026
Richmond & Ham House
I wanted to visit Ham House & Petersham Nurseries.so turned it into a walk. I've not been up Richmond Hill before & highly recommend giving it a go with views of the Thames, Twickenham Stadium & even out to Heathrow. Lovely day for it. Recommend Knoops hot chocolate: you choose…
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February 26, 2026
I propose komoot.com/tour/2799058736 as an alternative route, although untested by myself. I think the second half should take you out of miles of hilly woodland into more open country. Also finishing back on the West Wycombe Road gives options of catching the 130 bus from the main road, or walking further