Father Thames, full of gems

Walks, England, Greater London, Southwark
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Father Thames, full of gems

River Thames, Southwark, London

by steve

  • 30 minutes / 2.1km
  • 100

A rhyming themed stroll along the Thames for all the family. Packed full of attractions and cracking views.

  • Picnic spot
  • Great views
  • Child friendly
  • Water feature
  • Public transport

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  1. Old Father Thames, packed full of gems. 💎 At the south exit of Blackfriars start the discovery, this walk promises surprising skullduggery.

    Step 1: Old Father Thames, packed full of gems. 💎 At the south exit of Blackfriars start the discovery, this walk promises surprising skullduggery.

  2. It must be fate, to your right you'll see... The Tate! the gallery with its formidable chimney. Towering majestically over the city.

    Step 2: It must be fate, to your right you'll see... The Tate! the gallery with its formidable chimney. Towering majestically over the city.

  3. Hey fools, say hello to St. Paul's. Over the river spans a swanky footbridge, once a bit wobbly, now it stands solidly.

    Step 3: Hey fools, say hello to St. Paul's. Over the river spans a swanky footbridge, once a bit wobbly, now it stands solidly.

  4. Oh (Ot)hello you! You've made it here, home of William Shakespeare. Put on your acting robe, you're now at the Globe 😂.

    Step 4: Oh (Ot)hello you! You've made it here, home of William Shakespeare. Put on your acting robe, you're now at the Globe 😂.

  5. Step 5: Keep the river to your left while enjoying my terrible attempt at poetry.

  6. Southwark bridge is not the most famous but don't be an ignoramus. King George V opened it in 1921, its steel arches are second to none.

    Step 6: Southwark bridge is not the most famous but don't be an ignoramus. King George V opened it in 1921, its steel arches are second to none.

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