The Lost Amazing Hidden Gems on the River Thames Twickenham to Richmond

Hi all, cost, & info below, please join everyone for a fun, scenic, riverside linear 3.8 mile walk from Twickenham to Richmond. An incredible, beautiful walk of the lost incredible hidden gems, see and visit some amazing beautiful sites and history just off the beaten track whilst walking along the River Thames.

Orleans House Cafe (stopping for break), free gallery for a beautiful stop, York House and its absolutely amazing, incredible gardens (pictured above), Dial House which belonged to Twinnings Tea, the graves of Alexander Pope, Twinning’s Tea founder and Mary Poppins writer P.J.Travers (Saving Mr. Banks’ starring Emma Thompson and Tom Hanks) in an old magnificent church, view Eel Pie Island where the heart of early jazz and the 60’s and 70’s music performed from the likes of The Rolling Stones, Led Zepplin, The Who, Deep Purple etc, walk through the beautiful pedestrianised cobbled stoned ‘Church Street’ with all it's outdoor seating, Marble Hill House (view only), wonderful statues and Nature in a spectacular setting.

After Twickenham and a stop at the cafe we then have a beautiful stroll along the River Thames to the beautiful town of Richmond. We will walk through the remaining parts of Richmond Palace founded by Henry VII in the 16th century, from which the town derives its name. During this era the town and palace were particularly associated with Elizabeth I, who spent her last days there and died in the Palace. During the 18th century Richmond Bridge was completed and many Georgian terraces were built, particularly around Richmond Green and on Richmond Hill. These remain well preserved and many have listed building architectural or heritage status.

Richmond also has the Poppy Factory which produces the remembrance poppies sold each November for Remembrance Day.

We will see and hear the history of Richmond Green described as "one of the most beautiful urban greens surviving anywhere in England" The Green attracts many residents & visitors. It has a long history of hosting sporting events; from the 16th century onwards tournaments and archery contests have taken place on the green and near the end of the walk see where the The Beatles met the Rolling Stones for the first time!
Pubs and cafés cluster by the green in the corner by Paved Court and Golden Court – Cobbled alleyways are lined with boutiques and cafes, wonderful riverside settings where you can socialise afterward or as a group we go for a drink/meal.

Some Notable Residence who currently live or have lived in Richmond
Elizabeth I, Henry VIII, George III, Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Sir Mick Jagger, Sir David Attenborough, Geoffrey Chaucer, George Eliot, Virginia Woolf, Pete Townshend, Richard E. Grant, Jerry Hall, Amanda Holden, Sir John Mills, Bertrand Russell, Sir Richard Attenborough, Johann Christian Bach and Gustav Holst

The Walk starts outside the front of Twickenham Station (National Rail) by the bus stops. London Waterloo 12.09 - Arrive Twickenham 12.32 or London Waterloo 12.14 - Arrive Twickenham 12.44

The Walk ends at Richmond Station (District Line, National Rail and Overground)

£10 cash/card payment by simply turning up on the day

ABOUT OUR SECRET LONDON WALKS It is a 15-year fascinating journey together to explore the whole of beautiful, enchanting Secret London. The only walking group in the World offering this unique experience!

The individual walks have been created from an original route several miles in length (usually on average about 40 miles) where we have checked every nook and cranny, every hidden alleyway, lane, lost cobbled path, cul de sac, avenue, road or street in that area for you!
It is then shortened, to give back to you a magical walk with all the best bits of 'Lovely London', voted the best City in the World for the 10th year running!

What is given back to you is the most scenic, healthy walk (usually 3-6 miles in length) with some of the walks containing hidden cobbled lanes, lost shops, secret gems, areas lost in time, wonderful views, idyllic Instagram photo shots and all sorts! Now and then some brief local info is mentioned or something of historical importance along the way.

You will have plenty of time to chat and meet new friends whilst walking the amazing lost areas of London! So we welcome you to the colourful highlights of this fascinating City of London with simply wonderful things to see!

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
PLEASE ensure ARRIVAL at least 15 minutes BEFORE the start of the walk, sorry no latecomers are accepted for whatever reason.

Members attend the unique walks from our different meetup groups.

IF LATE, SORRY WE ARE UNABLE TO RECEIVE CALLS OR ANSWER EMAILS AS WELCOMING MEMBERS, LEADING THE WALK, AND CONCENTRATING ON THE SAFETY OF THE GROUP. PLEASE DO NOT BE LATE, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO CATCH THE GROUP UP, PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT.

Part Tour - Medium pace walk from 'Visit England' Award-Winning Guide and our group featured in the National Press! Please Note: Some events, being a large attended meetup group will be an organised walk only, but members are very welcome to organise their own get-togethers after the event.

You are required to be fit and healthy with appropriate footwear & clothing, responsible for meeting at the correct location, own safety and to not lose the group by viewing the organiser/making the organiser aware as much as possible, or follow/not lose sight of the person(s) from the same walk in front. We advise carrying water and some snacks.

The organiser is also not responsible for any circumstances that may affect the group or personally such as personal accidents, rail information, engineering works, cancellations, rail strikes or delays, heavy traffic, tours affected, weather, walk paths or routes closed, postcodes for car parks or for when we arrive back at the station, or anything else not mentioned!

By joining the event you agree to all the terms and conditions.

We really look forward to welcoming you on the walks/tours for a wonderful, great, fun day!