Thames Path at Ham House – Richmond Bridge loop from London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

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Thames Path at Ham House – Richmond Bridge loop from London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

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Thames Path at Ham House – Richmond Bridge loop from London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

01:45

6.80km

30m

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Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

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943 m

Thames Path at Ham House

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

The Thames Path is a National Trail that runs from the Cotswolds to Woolwich in London. It's 185 miles (298 km) long if you fancy walking the whole thing.

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2.04 km

Buccleuch Gardens

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These public gardens, along with the Terrace Gardens, were once part of the grounds of three riverside mansions: Buccleuch House, Lansdowne House and Cardigan House, formerly the homes of the …

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2.29 km

Boathouses

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and canoe rental

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2.69 km

Bridge House Gardens

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These gardens are on the site of Bridge House, built in about 1690 for the Revd Abiel Borfett, minister of Richmond in the late C17th, with terraces down to the …

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2.73 km

Richmond Bridge

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This is the oldest bridge over the Thames in London, never having been replaced. It was completed in 1777 at a cost of £26,000 to replace a horse ferry. Over …

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3.93 km

Petersham Meadows and the Thames Path

Highlight (Segment) • River

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The Petersham Meadows, where you will see cows grazing in summer months, was part of the estate of Ham House until the end of the 19th century. …

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5.65 km

Hammertons Ferry South Bank Landing

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Will take you across the river for £1, if you can’t be bothered to walk to Kingston or Richmond bridge.

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5.79 km

Ham House and Gardens

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In the care of the National Trust, Ham House is a 17th century manor house in an enviable position, right on the banks of the River Thames. Its name is …

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