The Thames Path National Trail is more than a route on a map. It is a living, breathing ribbon of countryside, river life, local history and community spirit, stretching from the source of the River Thames through towns, villages, meadows, locks and city streets. Every signpost, clear pathway…
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Family Activities to Enjoy on the Thames Path and River This month we have been focusing on the idea of exploring 'Just Beyond the Bend'. Encouraging people to explore different parts of the Thames Path, look at more unique aspects, and take the time to absorb the nature and history of the Thames…
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One of the great joys of the Thames Path is that it offers so much more than bustling riverside towns and popular visitor attractions. With 185.2 miles of trail stretching from the Cotswolds to the heart of London, there are countless quiet corners where walkers can slow down, listen to birdsong…
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London's Secret Wartime Defences The closer the Thames gets to London, the more strategic it becomes. For centuries the river has been a transport route, trading highway and gateway to the capital. During World War II, it also became an important line of defence. Today, traces of that defensive…
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The Hidden WWII Pillboxes of the Upper Thames Most people walk the Thames Path expecting to discover locks, bridges, wildlife and beautiful riverside scenery. Few expect to stumble across a wartime bunker. Yet hidden among riverside meadows, tucked beside locks and concealed within hedgerows are…
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Historic, Quirky and Unusual Signs While many Thames Path signs simply point the way, others tell fascinating stories about the river and the people who have travelled it…
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One of the most reassuring sights on the Thames Path is a sign pointing the way ahead. Whether you're walking a short local stretch or tackling the entire route from source to sea, the Thames Path's network of signposts and waymarkers quietly guides you along one of England's most iconic National…
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Flood Markers – Where to Find Them In our…
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Markers – The River's Memory Book One of the joys of walking the Thames Path is that there is always something new to discover. Some treasures leap out at you – historic…
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Historic Boundary Stones – Markers of a Forgotten Landscape Hidden among hedgerows, tucked beside pathways and standing quietly in fields, boundary stones are some of the Thames Path's most fascinating historical treasures. Long before modern maps and satellite navigation, these stones marked…
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