London Loop Section 1

Walks, England, Greater London, Bexley
Preview of London Loop Section 1
View in app

London Loop Section 1

From Erith to Old Bexley

by londonramblers

  • 3hr 5m / 14km
  • 1044

An easy and sometimes muddy walk along section 1 of the London Loop. Riverside walking along rivers Thames, Darent and Cray.

  • Great views
  • Water feature
  • Wildlife
  • Public transport

Walk preview

Download a PDF for London Loop Section 1 - Inner London Ramblers' website.

Map preview for London Loop Section 1
  1. Step 1: A fine start to the London Loop: an 8.5 mile walk along the rivers Thames, Darent and Cray with some contrasting industrial areas. Varied walking along largely level paths. Waymarking is generally good.

  2. Turn right out of Erith Station and follow the access road under the bridge then on round to the left.

    Step 2: Turn right out of Erith Station and follow the access road under the bridge then on round to the left.

  3. Go right into Stonewood Road at the brick roundabout. Walk down the road.

    Step 3: Go right into Stonewood Road at the brick roundabout. Walk down the road.

  4. Join Walnut Tree Road briefly and then cross the High Street at the pedestrian crossing.

    Step 4: Join Walnut Tree Road briefly and then cross the High Street at the pedestrian crossing.

  5. When reopened, walk across the Riverside Gardens to the riverside. Turn right to walk down river.

    Step 5: When reopened, walk across the Riverside Gardens to the riverside. Turn right to walk down river.

  6. Enjoy wide vistas over the Thames as you walk through the gardens with the river on your left.

    Step 6: Enjoy wide vistas over the Thames as you walk through the gardens with the river on your left.

Nearby walks

  • Preview of Green Chain Walk Section 2

    Green Chain Walk Section 2

    Bexley, London

    • 2hr 5m / 6.4km

    On this walk from Erith Riverside to Bostall Woods, enjoy Thames views, historic sites and green spaces galore.

  • Preview of Thames Path South Bank Section 4d

    Thames Path South Bank Section 4d

    Erith, London

    • 2hr 20m / 6.4km

    Follow the Thames Path, on this stunning route from Erith to Slade Green, through the gorgeous Crayford Marshes.

  • Preview of River Thames at Erith

    River Thames at Erith

    Erith, London

    • 40 minutes / 0.9km

    A walk along Erith pier on a Sunday morning with views of Essex.

  • Preview of Thames Path South Bank Section 4c

    Thames Path South Bank Section 4c

    Bexley, London

    • 1hr 30m / 4km

    Discover gorgeous nature reserves, quiet paths along the water and neat walking amid industrial activity on this varied Thames Path section.

  • Preview of RSPB Rainham Marshes

    RSPB Rainham Marshes

    Purfleet, Thurrock

    • 1hr 15m / 2.2km

    Enjoy bird spotting and lovely views across the Thames at this surprisingly serene reserve in the midst of industry

  • Preview of TfL20 Nature Reserve Walk

    TfL20 Nature Reserve Walk

    Crayford, London

    • 20 minutes / 1.5km

    A jaunt around a London Wildlife Trust nature reserve in Crayford. Good for dog-walkers and a quick nature break.

Cookie consent

Using our site means you agree to the use of cookies and similar technologies.

Read more and how to disable cookies in our Privacy Policy