London Loop Section 2

Walks, England, Greater London, Bexley
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London Loop Section 2

Bexley to Petts Wood

by londonramblers

  • 3 hours / 12.3km
  • 700

A beautiful, varied walk along a river and through woods and meadows. Plenty of nature connection opportunities.

  • Wildlife
  • Water feature
  • Great views
  • Public transport

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  1. Step 1: This 7.7 mile walk starts at Bexley Station and ends at Petts Wood Station. The London Loop waymarking is generally good and is particularly helpful in the woods.

  2. Turn right out of Bexley station and walk along the station approach. Turn right into the High Street.

    Step 2: Turn right out of Bexley station and walk along the station approach. Turn right into the High Street.

  3. Almost immediately turn right into Tan Yard Lane as directed by the signs on the lamp post.

    Step 3: Almost immediately turn right into Tan Yard Lane as directed by the signs on the lamp post.

  4. Follow the lane under the railway bridge.

    Step 4: Follow the lane under the railway bridge.

  5. Continue on a path beside the railway embankment on the right.

    Step 5: Continue on a path beside the railway embankment on the right.

  6. Walk ahead between the cricket clubhouse on the left and cottages on the right.

    Step 6: Walk ahead between the cricket clubhouse on the left and cottages on the right.

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