Nature pit stop by the Thames 🌿

Walks, England, Greater London, Newham

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  • Step 1: King George V DLR is right nearby. Start at any one of the entrances to Royal Victoria Gardens for a break from the day and lovely views of the Thames.

  • There are lovely tree-lined paths throughout the park

    Step 2: There are lovely tree-lined paths throughout the park

  • There’s a great kids playground and outdoor paddling for the summer time. There are convenient loos opposite the play park.

    Step 3: There’s a great kids playground and outdoor paddling for the summer time. There are convenient loos opposite the play park.

  • Step 4: You’ll also find a bowling green and two tennis courts.

  • As you wander the park and near the edge of the Thames you will come across this old Steam Hammer.

    Step 5: As you wander the park and near the edge of the Thames you will come across this old Steam Hammer.

  • You can walk alongside the Thames and stop on a bench for great views. The Woolwich Ferry pier is up ahead.

    Step 6: You can walk alongside the Thames and stop on a bench for great views. The Woolwich Ferry pier is up ahead.

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