Writing of the River

I am absolutely delighted to be part of the 30-year celebration of the Thames Footpath, as its poet in residence, creating a dynamic trail of 30 short poems that reflect what the River Thames means to us. It will begin at the source and end at the sea, accessible via QR codes on the footpath’s…

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Thames Path 30th Anniversary Relay!

In 2026, the Thames Path National Trail celebrates 30 years since its official opening. To mark this milestone, a month‑long relay walk will take place along the entire length of the trail – from the source of the Thames in the Cotswolds to Woolwich in east London. The relay will follow the full…

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Thames Path 30th Anniversary

The Thames Path National Trail is celebrating its 30th anniversary this summer with an extraordinary 24-day walking relay in June involving hundreds of ramblers, community and river-user groups, with residents from towns and villages along the 185.2 mile route. The Thames Path Relay will start on…

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