
Father Thames, full of gems
River Thames, Southwark, London
- 30 minutes / 2.1km
- 100
A rhyming themed stroll along the Thames for all the family. Packed full of attractions and cracking views.
Download a PDF for Green Link Walk - Section 4 - Green Link Walk - Section 4 guide.
Step 1: Welcome to Section 4 of the brand new Green Link Walk. This section starts at the south-side of Blackfriars train station which is also served by local buses and the underground.
Step 2: This route is step-free and accessible for medium-sized wheelchairs and prams. With your back to Blackfriars station, continue ahead with the River Thames on your left.

Step 3: Don’t miss the iconic view of St Paul’s Cathedral and the London skyline on the left as you continue walking.

Step 4: Continue ahead towards the Tate Gallery, winding between the trees and planters as you go.

Step 5: Turn right just before the Silver birch trees. The Tate Gallery is now on your left, continue ahead.

Step 6: Follow the right-hand ramp down towards the main Tate entrance.

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