The Weaver line walking tour

Walks, England, Greater London, City of London
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The Weaver line walking tour

City of London, London

by transportforlondon

  • 3hr 50m / 8.1km
  • 191

Dive into the rich history of weaving, textile and clothing manufacturing along this jam-packed route. 2 sections are step-free.

  • Wildlife
  • Wheel friendly
  • Refreshments
  • Public transport
  • History
  • Child friendly

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  1. Step 1: Welcome to our new Weaver line walking tour. The Shoreditch & Walthamstow legs are step-free. Visit stations and places along the line. To find out more about the background to this route, tap the ‘read more’ button below.

  2. Step 2: We would like to thank the London College of Fashion and the Worshipful Company of Weavers for support in the curation of this walk.

  3. Step 3: The walk starts at Liverpool Street station which is on the Weaver line, formerly known as the London Overground. Take the train there to begin the walk.

  4. Exit Liverpool Street station onto Bishopsgate.

    Step 4: Exit Liverpool Street station onto Bishopsgate.

  5. Cross Bishopsgate via the pelican crossing and bear slight right to enter New Street on the opposite side.

    Step 5: Cross Bishopsgate via the pelican crossing and bear slight right to enter New Street on the opposite side.

  6. Walk along New Street, passing the old Fish Market.

    Step 6: Walk along New Street, passing the old Fish Market.

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