FREE SUNDAY WALK – Bushy Park & Thames Riverside Circular from Kingston
Details
A scenic Sunday walk through one of London’s most beautiful open landscapes — Bushy Park — followed by a peaceful riverside walk along the Thames Path. Expect wide open views, ancient woodland, historic parkland, and a chance to spot herds of free-roaming deer.
This is a lovely route — open skies, beautiful trail, and a walk to stretch the legs and clear the mind.
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### 📍 Meeting Point
Kingston Railway Station (KT1 1UJ)
We’ll meet just outside the main exit.
Meeting Time: 10:15 AM
We will leave at 10:30 AM sharp.
Trains run frequently from Waterloo via Clapham Junction.
Car Park - At Canbury Place Car Park or the Cattle Market Car Park.
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### 🌿 Route Highlights
- Wide-open grasslands & old oak avenues in Bushy Park
- Chance to see fallow and red deer roaming freely
- Tree-lined water canals and woodland glades
- Riverside walking beside the Thames
- Views of Hampton Court Palace area from the riverside
- Flat, easy paths — very beginner-friendly
Total distance: ~ 10 to 15 kms max
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate (flat & steady, suitable for most fitness levels)
Pace: Purposeful but comfortable — We walk, talk, and enjoy with lots of stops.
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### 🥪 Lunch
We shall finish before lunch and go to a pub near the station to have a drink or lunch.
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### 🎒 What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots (paths may be soft or muddy)
- 1L water
- Layers & possibly rainproof
- A good spirit — always required 😄
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### ⚠️ Group Notes
- Please stay with or behind me to keep the group together.
- No one gets left behind — I give catch-up breaks where needed.
- This is a free, voluntary group — you are responsible for your own safety.
- Be respectful to wildlife (especially the deer — no approaching to avoid incidents).
Please read our About Us page if you haven’t already:
https://www.meetup.com/free-hiking-outdoor-fitness-and-social-activities
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### 🍻 After-Hike Social
We’ll finish back in Kingston, where we can stop for a warm drink/pint and maybe lunch to wrap up the day.
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### 📱 Contact
If you’re running late or lost, message me on WhatsApp:
07830 374 629
(Please do not call during the hike — I’ll be leading/navigating.)