Trail Tales: Along the Thames with Julie Royce This is our second Trail Tales contribution from Julie Royce, one of our Thames Path National Trail volunteers, who keeps herself busy with a variety of inspiring voluntary roles. Alongside supporting the Thames Path, Julie is a volunteer presenter at…
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As part of our celebrations marking 30…
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Julie Royce, one of our brilliant Thames Path National Trail Volunteers keeps herself busy with many voluntary roles. As well as assisting us with the Thames Path, Julie is also a volunteer presenter at Kingston Hospital Radio, and also regularly contributes to Thames Ditton Today Magazine. She has…
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Every bend in the Thames tells a story. This month, as part of our Trail Tales campaign, we're celebrating the personal connections people have with the Thames Path by…
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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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