Walking in London

What better way to get to know the capital than through walking. Walking in London is a great way to explore, so whether it’s a place to feed the ducks, a stroll during the lunch break or an energetic Sunday walk, London has a walking route for everyone. With a range of different walking environments from the bustling city to more rural settings for walking London has a walk for everyone. With famous landmarks all around you the walking routes run through some of the most stunning areas of Britain.

With a range of routes you can get a feel of all the different areas of London. The capital ring walks you through London’s greenest suburbs including Richmond Park, Wimbledon Common and Eltham Palace a must for walkers looking to get away from the city buzz. The Jubilee Greenway celebrates the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee walking you past the Olympic and Paralympic parks as well as the O2 Arena, Greenwich Park and the Serpentine. The Lea Valley walk transports you back to Britain’s industrial past following 18 miles along the Lee Navigation towpath, from Waltham Abbey to the Thames at Limehouse Basin. For a range of other London routes click here.

So if you’re planning a walking holiday in London why not stay in a pub? Pubs are a great alternative to hotels and traditional B&B’s giving visitors a special experience incomparable to your average hotel. Pubs don’t just offer a warm comfortable bed after a long day walking but also offers delicious food and drink combined with the chance to socialise with locals and other walkers.

With all the modern features such as flat screen TV’s, Freeview, WiFi, comfortable bedding and tea and coffee making facilities you’ll be able to sit back and relax in your room after a long day out. In the evening choose from a range of home cooked dishes, from pub classics to meals with a twist. Meals are prepared by excellent chefs who use only the freshest locally sourced ingredients to give you a real taste of London.

In the evenings there’s plenty to keep you busy, with pubs offering a warm fire in the winter or a beer garden in the summer you can relax after dinner with a pint of real ale. Staying in a pub in London offers walkers the chance to find their own piece of paradise with many areas untouched and unspoilt.

For more information on what to explore while walking, take a look at our Things to Do in London guide.

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