London Rivers Week 2026: Source to Sea – Walking the Ravensbourne (Part 1 – Sat 23rd May)

To mark London Rivers Week, join Creekside Discovery Centre on this special free walk following the Ravensbourne River from its source to where it meets the Thames – exploring the landscapes, wildlife and stories of the river along the way.

Part one takes place on Saturday 23rd May from 10.30am to 13.30pm.

Book your place here.

Part two takes place on Saturday 3oth May. Please view more details here.

Often hidden, diverted or overlooked, the Ravensbourne flows through woods, parks and neighbourhoods, shaping the places it passes through in ways that are easy to miss. Walking the river in stages offers a chance to see it as a whole, from clear spring-fed beginnings to tidal estuary.

Meet at Keston Ponds.

We’ll follow the upper reaches of the Ravensbourne through woodland and parkland, finishing in Beckenham.

All U18s must be accompanied by an adult.

If you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend, please let the organisers know as soon as possible. This way, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.