Secret London - Glorious Hampstead Heath and the lost cobbled paths of Hampstead

Hi all, cost & info below, A beautiful 'going back in time' relaxed walk and find out some interesting brief local history along the way.

Join us for a wonderful 3.8 mile (5km) linear, hilly walk from Hampstead Heath Station (Mildmay Line Overground) to the village of Hampstead. Ends at Hampstead Underground Station (Northern Line)

Please allow plenty of time to arrive as trains for Hampstead Heath are infrequent from West Hampstead (Jubilee Line) to Hampstead Heath Station (Mildmay Line), trains run about every 10-15 mins

We will walk through old hidden cobbled lanes, quaint old churches and beautiful alleyways in one of the most amazing, charming areas of London. If I could live in London, it would be in Hampstead..
The beautiful walk will firstly take us up on the famous Hampstead Heath with stunning views of London

There is some fascinating brief history too, find out where Ruth Ellis (Last Woman to be hanged in the UK) killed her lover, the home she went to to find him before she killed him, famous homes of Gracie Fields, Peter Cook, HG Wells, George Orwell, President Charles De Gualle, Ricky Gervais, Boy George, Marty Feldman, the De Mauriers, John Constable, a Hampstead old jail, the healing springs of Hampstead, historic old pubs, famous graves of Peter Pan, De Mauriers, John Constable and John Harrison. Even Ryan Gosling and Nicole Kidman have just moved to Hampstead in Xmas 2025! Different houses, of course, no gossip here!

At the end of the walk feel free to have drinks at a lovely pub to socialise.

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

Hampstead has appeared in many famous Hollywood movies.

Notable Residence: Liam Gallagher, Harry Styles, Stephen Fry, Ricky Gervais, Benedict Cumberbatch, Sigmund Freud, Enid Blyton, Lord Byron, Agatha Christie, John Keats, George Orwell, Peter Cook, Elizabeth Taylor, John Constable, Charles de Gaulle, Florence Nightingale, Charles Saatchi

Hampstead Heath
A large, ancient London heath is notable for its excellent views of London.

The heath first entered the history books in 986 when Ethelred the Unready granted one of his servants hides of land at "Hemstede". This same land recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as held by the monastery of at Westminster Abbey, and by then is known as the "Manor of Hampstead" The beautiful ivy clustered old graveyards contain the remains of John Constable and John Harrison

Hampstead
Known for its intellectual, liberal, artistic, musical & literary associations.
Hampstead has more millionaires within its boundaries than any other area of the United Kingdom.

The growth of Hampstead is generally traced back to the 17th century. Trustees of the Well started advertising the medicinal qualities of the chalybeate waters (water impregnated with iron) in 1700 and then the induction of the Railway in the 1860s.

Hampstead High Street
Filled with boutiques, art supplies, fashion, food and specialty shops like Venchi, Brandy Melville, Zadig & Voltaire, Maje, and Ba&sh.

Filming
An American Werewolf in London, Notting Hill, Notes on a Scandal, Four Weddings and a Funeral, Hampstead, Ladybrinth

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 50 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!