You’ll start your journey at Richmond Station, heading up Richmond Hill to soak in the famous protected view over the Thames. You'll pass the grand Star and Garter building as you enter the park through Richmond Gate. From there, follow the Queen’s Ride to White Lodge, the historic home of the Royal Ballet Lower School, before cutting across to the park's centre to see the wildlife at Pen Ponds. You'll then loop back to Pembroke Lodge for lunch, making sure to stop at King Henry’s Mound nearby to spot St Paul’s Cathedral through the telescope. After lunch, you’ll exit the park and descend through the Terrace Gardens to the Victoria Embankment. Follow the riverside path past the iconic Richmond Bridge and stroll back through the town to finish your loop at Richmond Station. 🕓 Schedule & Meeting Info **MEETING TIME:** 11:30 London Richmond Station Outside the main entrance **TRAINS:** to Richmond Zone 4 **TICKETS:** London travel card/oyster zone (train fair is not included buy on the day or in advance) **HIKE START:** 11:40 Richmond Station **LUNCH:** Pack Lunch **HIKE FINISH:** 16:00 Richmond Station **RETURN TRAINS:** Every 10 to 15 minutes \*\*\* 📍 Hike Overview * **Grade:** Easy 🥾 * **Distance:** 12 km * **Hiking Time:** 3 hrs (plus breaks) * **Ascent:** 130 m * **Terrain:** Park trails, and good footpaths * **Pace:** Steady and sociable * **Hike Leader:** **Hike Leader:** Gary – 📞 07968585224 **ADDITIONAL INFO:** N/A What to Bring Full kit list- [Click Here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FLjSAczjgbZ26OKE4Iy_zX2IFqkybdXCmK9AkVfqI1w/edit?usp=sharing) ✅ Hiking boots or sturdy shoes ✅ Suitable clothing and layers for changing weather ✅ Packed lunch, snacks and water ✅ Train ticket, contactless or travelcard Stay Connected 📱 WhatsApp: 07968585224 📩 Mailing List: [https://www.golondonhiking.co.uk/contact](https://www.golondonhiking.co.uk/contact) 🌐 Website: [https://www.golondonhiking.co.uk](https://www.golondonhiking.co.uk/) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.

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