Forest Hill Peaks and Views

Walks, England, Greater London, Lewisham
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Forest Hill Peaks and Views

Greater London

by thirstforwine

  • 2 hours / 6.8km
  • 83

A circular walk through numerous green spaces with great views around South East London.

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

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  1. Start at Forest Hill Station, SE23.

    Step 1: Start at Forest Hill Station, SE23.

  2. Turn left out of the station and head up Dartmouth Road.

    Step 2: Turn left out of the station and head up Dartmouth Road.

  3. Walk past Forest Hill Pools as far as the Library, and turn right, up Thorpewood Avenue.

    Step 3: Walk past Forest Hill Pools as far as the Library, and turn right, up Thorpewood Avenue.

  4. Step 4: Follow Thorpewood all the way to the end, then turn right up Kirkdale, heading up hill all the way.

  5. When you reach the roundabout at the top, you'll have a view over Central London.

    Step 5: When you reach the roundabout at the top, you'll have a view over Central London.

  6. Take Eliot Bank which is a very small road coming off the roundabout on the right.

    Step 6: Take Eliot Bank which is a very small road coming off the roundabout on the right.

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