Description
A guidebook to walking the Thames Path National Trail between Woolwich Foot Tunnel in east London and the river's source in Gloucestershire. Covering 292km (182 miles), this straightforward trail takes around 2 weeks to hike. A level walk alongside riverside paths, it makes an ideal first long-distance trail for beginners.
The route is described from east to west in 20 stages between 6 and 26km (4-16 miles) in length. An optional route extension from Erith in Kent to the traditional start at Woolwich Foot Tunnel is also provided.
- GPX files available to download
- Contains step-by-step description of the route alongside 1:50,000 OS maps
- Includes a separate map booklet containing OS 1:25,000 mapping and route line
- Handy route summary table helps you plan your itinerary
- Refreshment and accommodation information given for each route stage
- Public transport by stage is listed for those wanting to break the trail into shorter sections
About the Author
Leigh Hatts has been walking the Thames towpath and exploring the river and Docklands since 1981, when he worked on the feasibility study that resulted in the decision to establish the route as a National Trail. He worked as a reporter with the walkers' magazine TGO and as arts correspondent of the Catholic Herald. He is co-founder of Bankside Press.
Book Information
ISBN 9781786311481
Author Leigh Hatts
Format Paperback
Page Count 224
Imprint Cicerone Press
Publisher Cicerone Press
Weight(grams) 380g
Dimensions(mm) 172mm * 116mm * 13mm
