BBC Ramblings with Clare Balding

Walks, England, Greater London, Lewisham
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BBC Ramblings with Clare Balding

Lewisham, London

by sutchfun

  • 1hr 15m / 6.6km
  • 48

As featured on BBC Ramblings with Clare Balding, this circular walk showcases some South East London gems. Two peaks, 3 parks and more!

  • Wildlife
  • Great views
  • Refreshments
  • Hilly & steep
  • Dog friendly
  • Child friendly

Walk preview

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  1. Step 1: This circular walk starts at the gate to Brockley and Ladywell Cemetery in Ivy Road (SE4 1HF). The nearest train station is Ladywell and the closest bus routes include P4, 122 and 284.

  2. It was amazing to take Clare Balding on this walk and talk to her about our walking mission. Listen to the BBC Ramblings episode below .👇

    Step 2: It was amazing to take Clare Balding on this walk and talk to her about our walking mission. Listen to the BBC Ramblings episode below .👇

  3. The cemetery is open 10am - 3:30pm in winter and until 4:30pm in the summer. You can find toilets here by the gate house.

    Step 3: The cemetery is open 10am - 3:30pm in winter and until 4:30pm in the summer. You can find toilets here by the gate house.

  4. Head up Ivy Road with the cemetery on your left hand side.

    Step 4: Head up Ivy Road with the cemetery on your left hand side.

  5. Look for an alleyway and turn right onto St Cyprian’s Path.

    Step 5: Look for an alleyway and turn right onto St Cyprian’s Path.

  6. Step 6: At the end, turn left onto Adelaide Avenue. Look out for the pedestrian crossing on your right hand side.

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