Duncan and Wendy's Deer, Wombles, Cats and Dogs, 13mile London Mystery Tour

Moderate 13.0 miles / 20.9km Ascent: 459ft / 140m Linear

Probably not too hard to solve the route of this mystery tour. Starting at Richmond train station, we head across Richmond Park (a chance for some deer spotting), then on through Wimbledon Common (look out for those busy, but elusive Wombles). We then divert to the Wimbledon tennis grounds for a coffee stop and a chance to soak in the atmosphere of the home of tennis. Off again along the River Wandle, through Wandsworth to reach the Thames. Following the Thames footpath, we cross Battersea Park to our final destination of Battersea Power Station (a trip to visit Battersea cats and dogs home is optional!). The route is largely off-road and surprisingly rural for central London, but there are a few main roads to cross. Following its redevelopment, Battersea Power station is now home to a plethora of bars and cafes, so there will be the opportunity for a well-earned drink at the end.

This walk is not suitable for dogs.

Please note that there is a £2 payment required for non-Ramblers members to help cover our Meetup costs. Please help the walk leader by bringing the exact change.

Members of the Ramblers Association are welcome on any of our walks, but we would still encourage you to RSVP on Meetup. This will give our volunteer walk leaders an idea of how many are attending, and also to keep the numbers manageable. If, on the day of the walk, you are still on the waiting list and a Ramblers member, you can attend just let the walk leader know you are coming by adding a comment 'Coming as a Rambler'. You will find the start location via our website Our Walks (westkentwalkinggroup.org.uk).