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Natalie
January 11, 2023
Hiking
The ruins on Sydenham Hill look like an old monastery but are actually much newer. An old mansion once stood in these grounds, Fairwood. The folly was built in the Victorian Era as a way of showing off the wealth of the landowner and enthralling their visitors.
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4.7
(25)
70
hikers
9.88km
02:37
100m
100m
Embark on a moderate 6.1-mile (9.9 km) hike that winds through a delightful mix of South London's urban parks and ancient woodlands. This route, taking about 2 hours and 37…
Moderate
4.8
(4)
12
hikers
4.74km
01:19
80m
80m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
Easy
55
hikers
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
Easy
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Elevation 100 m
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