CHRISTMAS AT EEL PIE ISLAND WIMBLEDON PARK - RICHMOND PARK - TO EEL PIE ISLAND SATURDAY DECEMBER 5th WIMBLEDON PARK UNDERGROUND STATION START TIME: 10.40 am FINISH TIME: 16.30 pm (Could be earlier, depends on speed of group) A woodlands and parks walk through London. We visit Wimbledon Park, and it's small waterfall garden and lake. We'll then traverse some idyllic woodlands into Richmond Park & onto Richmond town centre along the river. We'll then proceed across the bridge towards Eel Pie Island, passing by Marble Hill House (where King George II kept his Mistress) and the famous naked ladies at York House and then visit the Island Highlights Windmill, Idyllic Streams & Lakes Magical woodlands, The Pen Ponds and Spankers Wood King Henry's Mound & The Site where Turner Painted several of his famous landscapes Marble Hill House The famous naked ladies statues at York House Eel Pie island Terrain: A few ups and downs but mostly flat, parts of the walk maybe muddy so bring proper walking shoes. As always waterproof gear is essential in case of rain. The walk will continue regardless of whether it rains or not Distance: 11 miles (17 km) approx Pace: Brisk There will be several stops along the way. Those who want to come on a fast paced hike with a few stops should not come on this walk Time: With lunch and stops about 6 hours There will be a toilet stop about 10 minutes into the walk. Various toilet stops along the way LUNCH Bring a packed lunch and water Walk begins: Wimbledon Park Station (On the District Line, 1 stop from Wimbledon station). There is only one exit at the station Walk ends: Near Twickenham Station (10 mins walk) You can always finish the walk at Richmond if you wish Hike fee: £8 Payable to: Kats Adventures Ltd 40 09 25 41764527 ref: Name / Eel Amit (0776 019 8360)

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