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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To walk beside the Thames is to step into a story far older than any one of us. As the Thames Path National Trail marks its 30th anniversary, it offers a gentle reminder…
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Oxford has long been celebrated as the “City of Dreaming Spires,” a phrase coined by Victorian poet Matthew Arnold in his elegy Thyrsis . The skyline of Gothic towers and honey-coloured stone colleges inspired Arnold’s words, and it continues to enchant visitors today. But beyond its architectural…
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Visit Hampton Court and take a walk along the Thames Path too! Hampton Court palace sits on the banks of the river Thames, so why not make a day of it and combine a scenic river walk on our National Trail with a visit to Hampton Court palace which was famously home to Henry the VIII. Visit and…
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Athelstan 1100 is the biggest and most participative community commemoration and celebration of Malmesbury’s local history in a generation. This summer - walk with the Mayor of Malmesbury on the Athelstan 1100 Pilgrim Way Walk to Kingston upon Thames! It is a great chance to be part of a unique…
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