Whether there is a tube strike or you simply don’t want to venture too far from home, there are plenty of reasons why sometimes we like a good walk in London. But where to go for a countryside walk in the city? This is when the Dollis Valley Greenwalk makes an entry. This decently long walk through Barnet and Finchley is that good surprise which takes you through what is left of former countryside fields in the Capital city.
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Silent Pool Circular Walk – Complete Guide & Map
If you were looking to mix hiking and wild swimming here is the walk you need. Let me take you to the Silent Pool near Guilford. From the greenery of the rolling countryside of the Surrey Hills to the clear blue water of the Silent Pool, jump into a show of colours for an amazing day out in the British countryside.
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Burwash & Bateman’s House Walk – Rudyard Kipling’s Countryside
He wrote the Jungle Book and so many more. He lived in India and the US, but British author Rudyard Kipling’s family home is here. Let’s go for a walk in Burwash, East Sussex, through Kipling’s countryside, which inspired many of his works. Whether you just want to visit his family house, Bateman’s, or you are looking for a more challenging walk passing by his home, let me be your guide through Kipling’s beloved High Weald.
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A Walk Through Borde Hill Garden, Sussex
Take a walk through Borde Hill Garden, Sussex. Less well known than its almost neighbour Wakehurst Garden, Borde Hill Garden may be smaller (and cheaper) but is fully packed with flowers, trees, sculptures and fountains to make it one of the gardens near London to go visit ABSOLUTELY.
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Best Autumn Walks Near London with Maps
“Autumn is the second Spring when every leaf becomes a flower,” said Albert Camus. And to make the most of the autumnal scenery nature offers, here is a selection of the best Autumn walks near London. From a rainbow of colours to a Halloween-themed walk, there are quite a few options near London to make the most of the Indian Summer!
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A Walk Through Mayfield Lavender Farm London
It is July and the lavender is blooming. Don’t miss out on the purple fields and delicate scent this season and head to the Mayfield Lavender Farm London for a memorable day out. You can go and visit the farm only or follow me for a walk from Ewell to Kenley passing by the Mayfield Lavender Park. Who said you need to get out of London to find the countryside? And here to another Oyster-Card-friendly walk!
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