Thamesmead and Lesnes Abbey

Walks, England, Greater London, Greenwich
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Thamesmead and Lesnes Abbey

Thamesmead South, London

by rshenderson

  • 2hr 30m / 8.1km
  • 122

Exploring the many green spaces of Thamesmead plus a visit to the historic ruins of Lesnes Abbey.

  • Picnic spot
  • Dog friendly
  • Great views
  • Child friendly
  • Water feature
  • Public transport

Walk preview

Map preview for Thamesmead and Lesnes Abbey
  1. Start off at Abbey Wood Station.

    Step 1: Start off at Abbey Wood Station.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. Continue straight to the end of Overton Rd.

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

  5. 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.

  6. Follow the path through the park.

    Step 6: Follow the path through the park.

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