Thamesmead and Lesnes Abbey

Walks, England, Greater London, Bexley

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  • Start off at Abbey Wood Station.

    Step 1: Start off at Abbey Wood Station.

  • After exiting, safely cross over the road at the lights then go left.

    Step 2: After exiting, safely cross over the road at the lights then go left.

  • Just after passing the petrol station take a right on Overton Rd.

    Step 3: Just after passing the petrol station take a right on Overton Rd.

  • Continue straight to the end of Overton Rd.

    Step 4: Continue straight to the end of Overton Rd.

  • Take the ramp to enter the green way and then take a left on the main path.

    Step 5: Take the ramp to enter the green way and then take a left on the main path.

  • Follow the path through the park.

    Step 6: Follow the path through the park.

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