Lesnes Abbey & a woodlands wander
Thamesmead South, Londonby GoJauntly
by GoJauntly
2 hours / 3.1km 53
Discover a hidden Abbey ruins in Thamesmead, easy access by train from Central London, bring a picnic and spade for the fossil pit.
Lesnes Abbey & a woodlands wander
Preview Steps
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Step 1: This walk starts at Abbey Wood Station. Turn left when you exit the station and take the stairs or lift to lower ground.
Step 2: Walk under the underpass and onto Sedgemere Rd.
Step 3: Follow the road around as it bends to the left.
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