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Welsh Harp Walk: An Oasis In London

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With Summer around the corner and the sun making an appearance, we all want to get out. But where to go in London to have a pleasant stroll without melting? Surprisingly, a walk around Welsh Harp, also known as the Brent Reservoir, comes as a nice surprise. Not so well known (except if you live locally), a walk at the Welsh Harp offers shade and fresh air. It’s a perfect place for a nice day out with friends and family.

Welsh Harp walk featured image showing the reservoir with sailboats and trees ion the bank
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10 Best Pub Walks Near London

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With summer around the corner and the sun finally putting in an appearance, it’s an ideal opportunity to get to the countryside for a walk. And what could be best than finishing the stroll in a nice pub with a comfort meal and a refreshing pint of beer? Regardless of whether it is for a Sunday roast or a pub lunch, I have selected for you 10 of the best pub walks you can do near London ranged by difficulty.

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Horsenden Hill Walk: The Countryside In London

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The good thing about London is that you do not need to go far to track down some exceptionally decent walks. Take Horsenden Hill for instance: who would have thought that you could walk through meadows, a farm, a forest and along a Canal, all within a London postcode and accessible by tube? And you can! A walk through Horsenden Hill will definitely make you forget you are in the city.

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