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SUMMARY:Action for Silk Stream - Bat Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Bat Walk in Lyndhurst Park\, Mill Hill. \nMeet us at 8.00pm and we will have a walk around the park and along the Burnt Oak Brook\, and see if we can spot the bats coming out for their first feed since hibernating. \nSuitable for all ages. \nWe have a few bat detectors to share around to see if we can hear any bat activity. \nSign-up here: Action for Silk Stream – Bat Walk – Thames21 Limited \nWhere to Meet: \nLyndhurst Park\, Edgware NW7 2AA \nWhat 3 Words: ///smooth.nets.held \nNearest train – Mill Hill Broadway \nEmail claudia.kaplan@thames21.org.uk if you have any questions
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/action-for-silk-stream-bat-walk/
LOCATION:Lyndhurst Park\, Edgware\, NW7 2AA
CATEGORIES:Action for Silk Stream
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: River Beck
DESCRIPTION:How well do you know your local river? \nJoin us in Harvington Woods for a free event as part of London Rivers Week to get to know the River Beck. Meet the team who have worked to restore the woodland\, see what lives in the River Beck through our pond dipping session and see if you can beat our boat racing leaderboard! \nTea\, coffees and a lavish array of biscuits will also be on offer 🙂 \nWhere to meet: \nBeckenham Beach\, Harvington Woods (look for blue Thames 21 marquee) \nWhat 3 Words: richer.scar.spell \nNearest train – Beckenham Junction/Eden Park \nEmail charlie.southard@thames21.org.uk if you have any questions. \nBook your place here.\nAnyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please make sure you have weather appropriate clothing for the day. \nPlease get in touch if you have any questions about accessibility. We will do our best to make this event as accessible as possible. \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-river-beck/
LOCATION:Harvington Wood\, Manor Way\, Beckenham\, Greater London\, BR3 3LW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Source to Sea - Walking the Ravensbourne (Part 1 - Sat 23rd May)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPart one takes place on Saturday 23rd May from 10.30am to 13.30pm. \nBook your place here.\nPart two takes place on Saturday 3oth May. Please view more details here. \nOften 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. \nMeet at Keston Ponds. \nWe’ll follow the upper reaches of the Ravensbourne through woodland and parkland\, finishing in Beckenham. \n\nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nIf 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.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-source-to-sea-walking-the-ravensbourne-part-1/
LOCATION:Keston Ponds\, BR2 6HA
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026,River Ravensbourne
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: History & Ecology of Camley Street Natural Park [FULLY BOOKED]
DESCRIPTION:Join the London Wildlife Trust for a free guided walk around Camley Street Natural Park as part of London Rivers Week 2026. \nSandwiched between the major transport hub of King’s Cross St. Pancras and the historic Regent’s Canal\, Camley Street is an urban oasis that shows how important London’s waterways are to both people and wildlife. \nOn this tour\, you’ll discover the fascinating history of this reserve and see some of the wildlife that calls it home. \nThis is a gentle walk around the reserve on paths\, and there may be some gentle inclines. Strong stout footwear is recommended. \nThe walk will last approximately 45 minutes and will be fully outdoors\, so dress for the weather! Please bring some water and binoculars if you have them. \nBook your place here.\nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nIf 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
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-history-ecology-of-camley-street-natural-park/
LOCATION:Camley Street Natural Park\, Camley Street\, London\, NW1 0PW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Hammersmith to Nature - A Relaxed Thames Path Walk [FULLY BOOKED]
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate London Rivers Week with a refreshing guided walk led by Toni-Ann Murphy\, founder of  outdoor community group Touch Grass CIC. \nJoin us for a leisurely stroll from Hammersmith Underground Station to the beautiful London Wetland Centre\, taking in scenic stretches of the Thames Path along the way. \nREGISTER HERE TO BOOK. \nDate: Saturday 23rd May\nTime: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm\nDifficulty: Leisurely \nBring: Please be prepared with comfortable and weather appropriate clothing and shoes\, healthy snacks and plenty of water. Toilets will be available at Hammersmith Underground station. \nWe’ll meet just outside Hammersmith Tube Station\, cross the bridge\, and follow the river toward our final destination at the Wetland Centre. There will be a short refreshment break during the walk. Feel free to bring a picnic\, or pick up drinks\, ice creams\, and snacks from the café on site. \nA perfect way to connect with nature\, meet like-minded people\, and enjoy one of London’s most scenic riverside routes.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-hammersmith-to-nature-a-relaxed-thames-path-walk/
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Liquid History - A Photowalk [FULLY BOOKED - Waitlist Available]
DESCRIPTION:More than just a landmark\, the River Thames has been a water source for Londoners for two millennia; its tides have dictated the shape of the city and the reach of its trade. To walk its banks with a camera is to document the history of the capital. \nJoin us for a free curated photo walk along the Thames\, where documentary maker Gemma Duncan\, together with mudlarks Jessica Forde and Lesley McDonnell\, will walk you past historical ‘destinations’ and introduce basic photography composition to spark the creativity behind your next shot. \nStarting at the medieval entrance to Old London Bridge\, we’ll cross the river and walk the Southbank\, stopping at meeting points along the way. At each stop\, you’ll hear about London’s medieval ‘living’ bridge\, Roman London\, the global trade of the 18th–19th centuries\, Frost Fairs\, and stories of the river that has shaped London so much. \nBetween each meeting point\, you’ll have free rein to snap away\, capturing whatever might inspire you. You’ll be given a map before the walk\, so you’ll know when and where to regroup at the next meeting point. \nJust as the River Thames has evolved\, so has photography. We encourage all mediums\, whether you shoot on 35mm film\, a pinhole camera\, a modern DSLR\, or even a toy camera. After the event\, you’ll have the opportunity to submit your favourite photo to the Thames21 team to be featured in a showcase of the river’s history. \nWhether you’re a complete beginner or a photographer with an interest in history\, come and capture this historic river through a new lens. \n  \nWhat to bring: \n● Weather-Ready Gear: This is London! Please bring a waterproof jacket and a protective cover (or a simple plastic bag) for your camera in case of rain. \n● Comfortable Footwear: We will be walking on a mix of pavement and historic\, often uneven ground. \n● Snacks and Water: While there will be places along the Southbank to get supplies\, bring some snacks along if you want something close to hand. \nIf any questions in advance\, please contact Gemma on gemmaduncan.film@gmail.com. \n  \nMeeting point: Lower Thames St\, London – EC3R 6DN \nBook your spot here.\nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-liquid-history-a-photowalk/
LOCATION:Outside the Church of St Magnus-the-Martyr\, Lower Thames St\, EC3R 6DN
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Clean Air Canal art exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Camilla Brendon at Kindred Studios in West London during London Rivers Week for a FREE\, fantastic art exhibition called ‘Clean Air Canal’. \nIt is open to the public and you are invited to drop in  from Saturday 23 May – Wednesday 27 (inclusive) May during the hours between 12pm-6pm. \nPlease join the artist in conversation at 3pm on Saturday May 23rd. \nLocation: The Gramophone Works\, 326 Kensal Road\, W10 5BZ \nMore details about Kindred Studios: https://www.kindredstudios.co.uk/ \n 
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-clean-air-canal-art-exhibition/
LOCATION:The Gramophone Works\, 326 Kensal Road\, W10 5BZ\, The Gramophone Works\, Kindred Studios\, London\, W10 5BZ
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: A Short Introduction to the Thames Estuary - Guided Walk [FULLY BOOKED]
DESCRIPTION:As part of London Rivers Week 2026\, come and join Thames Estuary Partnership for a FREE guided walk around the Greenwich Peninsula to explore the lesser-known environmental past and present of London’s famous river. \nTo register click on link to BOOK HERE (tickets available from 2nd March 2026) \nDate: Saturday 23rd May \nTime: 2pm-4pm \nMeeting point: At the ‘History in Motion display’ on Olympian Way \nDuring the walk they will discuss the impacts of Ice Ages\, how the river and its surrounding area has changed as London grew\, the deterioration and revival of aquatic life\, and the future. The talk will also highlight that by investing into the recovery of an urban river\, it can become a healthy and thriving environment with diverse aquatic habitats and species. \nThe walk will provide an opportunity to enjoy the mental health and well-being benefits of being outside and being near water as well #BlueMind. (To find out about the concept of Blue Mind\, listen to our Talk of the Thames podcast episode.) \nThe guided walk will start at the History in Motion display on Olympian Way\, about 500 yards east from North Greenwich Pier (*what3words: noted.wash.deed)\, and will finish at Point Wharf (what3words: city.groom.call) with short stops in between. \nPlease be prepared with comfortable and weather appropriate clothing and shoes\, healthy snacks and plenty of water. Toilets will be available at North Greenwich station. \n*What is what3words? It is map viewing platform which divided the world into 3 metre squares and gave each square a unique combination of three words. It’s the easiest way to find and share exact locations. \nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-a-short-introduction-to-the-thames-estuary-guided-walk/
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: River soundwalk led by afromerm [FULLY BOOKED - Waitlist Available]
DESCRIPTION:Join a free community listening walk that traces the Thames riverside from Rotherhithe to Deptford as part of London Rivers Week 2026. \nMove your body\, listen to your surroundings\, and meet new people. \nA soundwalk is\, as Hildegard Westerkamp described in 1974\, “any excursion whose main purpose is listening to the environment.” More recently\, writers such as Allie Martin and ameia camielle smith have reimagined soundwalking as a decolonial practice that we can use to reconnect with our environment. \nWhat to expect: As a group\, we’ll walk at a gentle pace\, tuning into the layers of sound that shape the Thames path\, from the obvious to the overlooked. Soundwalking is an opportunity to slow down and share the experience of deep listening in community. \nafromerm will guide the group\, offering prompts along the way\, whether it’s listening for specific sounds\, trying to listen in silence\, or discussing observations with the group. \nWhat to wear: anything comfortable/weather appropriate + comfortable shoes you can walk in for an extended period. \nWhat to bring: a bottle of water and\, if you like\, a sound recording device (voice notes on a phone work well). \nMeeting point to be confirmed nearer the event. \nafromerm is a sound artist and composer from South London. \nBook your place here. \nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-river-soundwalk-led-by-afromerm/
LOCATION:Rotherhithe\, London\, SE16
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Deptford Creek Bird Survey [FULLY BOOKED]
DESCRIPTION:Join Creekside Discovery Centre for a FREE guided bird survey along Deptford Creek and help record the birdlife that calls this unique urban waterway home. \nWe’ll meet at Creekside Discovery Centre before walking along the southern end of the Creek\, surveying from the land as we make our way north towards where the Creek meets the Thames. \nWhether you’re an experienced birdwatcher or completely new to bird surveys\, this is a friendly\, relaxed way to get outdoors\, learn new skills and discover wildlife right on your doorstep. \n📍 Meeting point: Creekside Discovery Centre \n14 Creekside\, Deptford\, SE8 4SA \nBook your place here.\nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-deptford-creek-bird-survey/
LOCATION:Creekside Discovery Centre\, 14 Creekside\, Deptford \, London\, SE8 4SA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T140000
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Riverside Creativity Day at St Mary’s Church Battersea
DESCRIPTION:Badge samples by artist Shona Coyne\, who will be holding a workshop at this event.\nBOOK HERE \nCelebrate London Rivers Week with a free\, fun-filled\, family day of creativity inspired by the beauty of the River Thames. Join us\, along with our friends at St Mary’s Church Battersea\, for a relaxed riverside picnic and an enjoyable day by the water. \nDate: Sunday 24th May \nTime: 12pm to 2pm \nBOOK HERE \nSpend time outside this historic church – where poet and artist William Blake was married and where artist J.M.W. Turner once painted – and let the surroundings spark your imagination. Get hands-on with badge making with artist Shona Coyne\, take part in an embroidery workshop\, and explore your creative side in a welcoming\, laid-back setting. \nCome along to create\, connect with your local river\, and soak up the vibrant riverside atmosphere. \nPlease note: All under-18s must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-riverside-creativity-day-at-st-marys-church-battersea/
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T121500
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Walk the Lambeth - Riverside Walk
DESCRIPTION:As part of London Rivers Week 2026\, join Thames blogger Patricia Stoughton for a leisurely\, free guided walk along a step-free section of the Thames Path. The walk follows the Albert Embankment from Lambeth Bridge to Vauxhall Bridge and highlights some of the route’s most notable features\, including the giant prow of a ship\, the Art Deco Lambeth Fire Brigade HQ\, a new island below the MI6 building\, and the surprisingly little-known sculptures on Vauxhall Bridge. \nDate: Tuesday 26th May 2026 \nDistance: Less than a mile. \nStart time and start location: 11am. Meet at the Riverside Café (address Lambeth Pier\, Albert Embankment\, London SE1 7SG) \nTiming: About an hour and a quarter\, plus time for a coffee or a drink in the Riverside Pub the upstream side of Vauxhall Bridge at the end\, if wanted. \nBring: Water\, if hot\, a camera and binoculars \nAll U18’s must be accompanied by an adult. \nBOOK HERE: https://book.plinth.org.uk/e/vYwn8m4OY7t6zZYWJwJy \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-walk-the-lambeth-riverside-walk/
LOCATION:Riverside Cafe\, Lambeth Pier\, Albert Embankment\, London\, SE1 7SG
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Brookmill Park Wade [FULLY BOOKED]
DESCRIPTION:Join Rivers & People for a free wade upstream from the Brookmill Park section of the River Ravensbourne as part of London Rivers Week 2026. \nWe’ll litter pick as we go and observe the various features\, including some artificial banks and tunnels on this stretch of the river. \nTo book your place\, please email emily.millhouse@glendale-services.co.uk \nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-brookmill-park-wade/
LOCATION:Brookmill Park\, Brookmill Road\, Deptford\, London\, SE8 4JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026,River Ravensbourne
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Sensory walk through Headstone Manor Park
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of Headstone Manor Park on this free walk to discover The Copse at Headstone Manor Park as part of London Rivers Week 2026. \n\n\n\n\nJoin Adrian Doyle & Jonathan Barker from the Friends of Headstone Manor Park for a sensory walk through The Copse and experience pure nature and discover more about this 1 Hectare wooded environment. \n• Look: look at yourself in the river or take a selfie. \n• Touch: Leaf\, Tree\, Moss or Bark. \n• Smell: Take a while to take a deep breath in a particular area and move around to smell different things. \n• See: Animals\, birds\, shadows on leaves\, branches\, trees\, shrubs\, and ripples on water\, \n• Listen: Forest Woodland sounds\, bird song\, animal noises. \nAlthough there are cleared paths\, they may be uneven so stout shoes and strong clothing are advisable as we will be walking through densely packed wooded areas which may also be occasionally muddy. \nThe activity is aimed at adults only. \nPlease dress appropriately for the weather and bring a drink/ snack. Some of the walks will be over grassed areas which may be muddy – depending upon the weather conditions. \nThe event will take place come rain or shine however in the event of extreme weather you will be notified should we need to postpone the event. \nDogs are welcome as long as they are kept on a lead. \nMeet Outside the Moat Cafe \nThe activity is aimed at adults however children of 8+ years\, accompanied by an adult\, are welcome. \nFor more information\, email fohmrg@gmail.com \nBook your place here.\nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-the-copse-at-headstone-manor-park-spring-adults-only/
LOCATION:Headstone Manor Park\, Pinner View\, London\, HA2 6PX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Keeping Our Rivers Healthy with CABI and the Stonebridge Lock Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Drop by CABI and the Stonebridge Lock Coalition’s stalls to learn all about the local waterways\, the wildlife that lives there and how we are protecting them from fly-tipping and exotic invasive plants as part of London Rivers Week 2026. \nPlay games\, create fun crafts to take home and meet CABI scientists who are actively researching natural solutions to keep our rivers healthy! \nThis is a drop-in event; there’s no need to register. \nLocation: public footpaths by the Stonebridge Lock Waterside Cafe
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-keeping-our-rivers-healthy-with-cabi-and-the-stonebridge-lock-coalition/
LOCATION:Stonebridge Lock\, Waterside Café N17 0XD\, Stonebridge Lock\, London\, N17 0XD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Estuary Edges - From creek to open water
DESCRIPTION:Join a member of the Environment Agency for a free walk around Greenwich\, looking at ways to improve tidal walls for wildlife as part of London Rivers Week 2026. \n\n\n\nWe’ll walk from Deptford to East Greenwich in about an hour and a half. We’ll look at a variety of fringing ecological enhancements to the otherwise sterile vertical walls\, some of which are known as ‘vertical beaches’. We will discuss their benefits to ecology and the challenges of getting them installed and maintained. We will climb down some steps onto the foreshore near the Cutty Sark\, and we’ll finish at River Gardens Café\, 20 River Gardens Walk\, London SE10 0FZ. \nBooking is essential to limit numbers\, please register here. \nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-estuary-edges-from-creek-to-open-water/
LOCATION:SE8 3GL\, Meet on the lifting bridge over Deptford Creek\, East of 2 Creative Rd\, SE8 3GL
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Twilight Elver Watch- Guided Field Evening
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin the Thames21 team for a FREE guided evening walk along the River Ravensbourne to discover one of the UK’s most remarkable and endangered species\, the European eel. \nDuring this twilight field session\, we will explore the secretive upstream migration of elvers (juvenile eels) as they navigate urban river barriers in their journey inland. Along the way\, we will discuss the unique life cycle of the European eel\, from the Sargasso Sea to London’s rivers\, and consider the challenges they face in heavily modified catchments. \nAs we walk\, we will observe likely migration points such as weirs and outfalls\, and reflect on how river restoration\, fish passage improvements\, and community action can help reconnect habitats and support eel recovery. Participants will also be invited to share their own observations and experiences of London’s rivers. \nDate: 27.05.26 \nTime: 6pm-8pm (approx. timed with dusk) \nMeet at: Ladywell Fields Café\, SE13 \nPlaces are limited\, please sign up here: https://book.plinth.org.uk/e/jiWwxGQBMHhG2X56egjV \nRoute:\nThe walk will be approximately 1.5–2 km along riverside paths. \n\n\nMostly flat but may include uneven ground near riverbanks \n\n\nSome low-light conditions after sunset \n\n\nThe walk will include several stopping points for observation \n\n\nWhat to Bring:\n\n\nWeather-appropriate clothing \n\n\nSturdy footwear suitable for uneven ground \n\n\nHead torch or handheld torch (red light preferred if available) \n\n\nWater bottle \n\n\nFor more details\, contact: carolina.orlandi@thames21.org.uk
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-twilight-elver-watch-guided-field-evening/
LOCATION:Ladywell Fields\, Ladywell Fields\, London\, SE13 7XF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: The Yeading Brook Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Join The Friends of Headstone Manor Park for a free Yeading Brook Clean Up event as part of London Rivers Week 2026. \nThe starting point will be outside the Moat Cafe at 09.30 am. \n\n\nPlease dress appropriately for the weather and bring a drink/snack. \nWellington boots are a must; FoHMP will provide all other equipment. \nFor more information\, email fohmrg@gmail.com \nThe activity is aimed at adults only. \nBook your place here. \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-the-yeading-brook-clean-up/
LOCATION:Headstone Manor Recreation Park\, Pinner View\, Harrow HA2 6PX\, Pinner View\, Harrow\, London\, HA2 6PX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T150000
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Action for Silk Stream - River Action Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free our Action for Silk Stream monthly volunteering days as part of London Rivers Week 2026. \nPlease book here: Action for Silk Stream LRW Volunteer day – Thames21 Limited \nWe will be in Rushgrove Park\, Barnet \nActivities include balsam bashing and  litter picking. \nBalsam is an invasive plant that we don’t want to see growing along our riverbanks. The best and easiest way to remove it is by pulling it out by hand. It’s easy to spot and easy to pull out. We guarantee that by the end of the day\, you will be an expert in this activity!! No previous experience necessary! \nWhere to meet: \nRushgrove Park\, NW9 6RD \nWhat3Words: ///snows.divisions.steer \nNearest tube: Colindale \nNote – There are no toilets on site. \nWhat to Bring: \nDress for the weather and the task – long trousers and sleeves are advisable as there are nettles and brambles. \nPlease bring a packed lunch and plenty of fluids. \nWe will bring tea/coffee and biscuits. \nWe will provide all other equipment (including wellies) needed for the event and we look forward to welcoming you! \nEmail helen.cardy@thames21.org.uk if you have any questions. \nAnyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please make sure you have weather appropriate clothing for the day. \nPlease get in touch if you have any questions about accessibility. We will do our best to make this event as accessible as possible. \n  \nThis is an event designed for the community to engage the local public with the river and not for corporates. If you are interested in a bespoke corporate volunteer day. Please visit our website  https://www.thames21.org.uk/get-involved-2/corporateteamdays/
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/action-for-silk-stream-river-action-day-2/
LOCATION:Rushgrove Park\, Western Entrance\, Rushgrove Park\, Rushgrove Avenue\, NW9 6RD
CATEGORIES:Action for Silk Stream,London Rivers Week 2026,Silk Stream,SSFRI,Volunteer
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T153000
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Deptford Creek Fish Survey [FULLY BOOKED]
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn more about the aquatic life that calls Deptford Creek home? Join Creekside Discovery Centre on a FREE fish survey as part of London Rivers Week 2026. \nDuring last year’s surveys\, we recorded species including Sea Bass\, Common Goby\, Three-spined Stickleback\, Dace and Eel\, highlighting the importance of the Creek as a habitat for a wide range of wildlife. \nThis survey forms part of a series of regular wildlife surveys looking at all species that use the Creek\, including fish\, birds\, invertebrates\, plants and even algae. The data collected helps assess habitat quality and informs future habitat management. \nNo previous experience is needed — this session is suitable for beginners as well as those who have attended surveys before. \nWhat to expect\n\nA guided fish survey led by experienced staff\nHands-on monitoring of fish species using safe survey techniques\nSupport with identifying species and learning about their life cycles and habitats\nAn opportunity to contribute to long-term monitoring of Deptford Creek\n\n  \nWhat to bring\n\nClothing suitable for the weather\nTrousers and socks that can get wet or muddy\nAll specialist equipment\, including waders\, will be provided\n\nThis event is suitable for adults and children aged 10+. All U18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nBook your place here.\nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-deptford-creek-fish-survey/
LOCATION:Creekside Discovery Centre\, 14 Creekside\, Deptford \, London\, SE8 4SA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Creekside Low Tide Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Creekside Discovery Centre for a free Low Tide Walk in Deptford Creek as part of London Rivers Week 2026.  \nWith the help of our guides\, you will get down onto the river bed\, explore the ecology and wade into the natural and social histories of this fantastic urban space. \nBy observing and appreciating the variety of wildlife in Deptford Creek\, we hope to foster a greater connection between people and the urban nature around them. \nA Low Tide Walk takes about 2 hours\, which includes putting on waders and preparing for the river\, walking up and back down the river\, using nets to observe the wildlife under the water\, and washing waders and hands after the walk. Please arrive promptly for the time stated at the event. \nBy joining our conservationists on this wade into Deptford Creek\, you will learn about the variety of ways we are working to better understand and support wildlife in the Creek. \nWaders and mud sticks will be provided. \nOnly children aged 8 and above can join this activity. All U18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nBook your place here.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-creekside-low-tide-walk/
LOCATION:Creekside Discovery Centre\, 14 Creekside\, Deptford \, London\, SE8 4SA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T200000
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: The Kyd Brook: Living alongside a suburban river 1920s-2020s. A walk through Petts Wood
DESCRIPTION:Join urban sociologists Emma Jackson and Louise Rondel and local historians Mel Wright and Andrea Stevens for a FREE guided\, London Rivers Week 2026 walk which traces the route of the Kyd Brook through the suburb of Petts Wood. We will learn about the development of Petts Wood in the 1920s and 1930s and consider how this has impacted on the Kyd Brook. We will also share ‘tales from the Kyd Brook’\, stories gathered at a residents’ workshop which took place during London Rivers Week 2025 which reflect on what it is like to live alongside the brook. We will follow the Kyd Brook into the National Trust woods which once provided the timber for the Petts’ shipyards including at Woolwich and Deptford. From here\, we will leave the brook as it continues its course into Chislehurst then\, as the River Quaggy\, into Greenwich and Lewisham\, joining the River Ravensbourne to eventually flow into the Thames at Deptford. \nAs we walk\, we will invite attendees to share their own knowledge and reflections on living alongside London’s smaller waterways. \nDate: Thursday 28th May \nTime: 6 to 8pm \nMeet at: Station Square\, Petts Wood by JDM\, BR5 1NA \nPlaces are limited\, please sign up here: https://www.pettswood.org.uk/events   \nRoute: \n\nThe route is approximately 2½ km/1½ miles.\nIt is mostly on pavements and will involve crossing some moderately busy roads.\nThe end of the walk will be in the woods where the ground can be uneven.\n\nWhat to Bring: Please wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear for uneven ground. Don’t forget to bring a water bottle\, sun cream and a hat\, depending on the weather \nPetts Wood and Hawkswood Access Able guide: https://www.accessable.co.uk/national-trust/access-guides/petts-wood-and-hawkwood-national-trust \nThere are toilets available at the meeting point – on the train station platforms and by request nearby at The Daylight Inn. \nInformation about Petts Wood Station\, including accessibility information: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/petts-wood/ \nInformation about the Daylight Inn\, including accessibility information from CAMRA: https://camra.org.uk/pubs/daylight-inn-petts-wood-128148 \nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nContact: \nFor more details\, contact: louise.rondel@gmail.com \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-the-kyd-brook-living-alongside-a-suburban-river-1920s-2020s-a-walk-through-petts-wood/
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260528T213000
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Poetry Open Mic Night - Rivers Edition
DESCRIPTION:Join Poets in Putney for a free poetry session celebrating London Rivers Week 2026! \n\n\n\nThe event will be held at The Hall\, Putney Public Library and will be dedicated to rivers. \nWhether you’re a seasoned poet or just starting out\, this event is the perfect opportunity to share your work with a supportive audience. Come showcase your talent\, listen to others\, or simply soak in the poetic atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this chance to connect with fellow poetry enthusiasts in the heart of Putney! \n  \n📝 What Happens at a Poets in Putney – Poetry Open Mic Night? \nEvery open mic is a little different\, but Poets in Putney is all about being relaxed\, informal\, and inclusive. \nWhether you’re an amateur\, a professional\, or just poetry-curious\, you’re welcome here. You can book a ticket as a performer or an audience member – either way\, we’d love to have you. \nI’ll host the evening and call up all registered performers one by one for their slot. If there’s time at the end\, we’ll invite anyone from the audience who wants to give it a go. \n  \nPoets in Putney sells out every month\, so ticket registration is essential. \nPerformers & Audience tickets must be booked to secure your spot! \nBook your spot here.\nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-poetry-open-mic-night-rivers-edition/
LOCATION:Putney Public Library\, SW15 2DR
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T130000
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week - Action for Silk Stream - Wildflower Identification Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a free Beginners Botanical Walk as part of London Rivers Week. We will identify wildflowers and plants growing along the banks of the Burnt Oak Brook and the surrounding green spaces of Lyndhurst Park and The Meads Open Space. \nWe’ll introduce the basics of botanical identification\, noticing leaf shapes\, flower structures and other key features that help us recognise common species. We’ll also shine a light on the overlooked: common “weeds” and urban plants that thrive in urban river environments\, uncovering their ability to cope with environmental pressures. \nWe will provide Basic ID tools (magnifiers and botanical guides) \nSign Up here:\nLondon Rivers Week – Action for Silk Stream – Wildflower Identification Workshop – Thames21 Limited \nWhat to Bring: Please wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear for uneven ground. Don’t forget to bring a water bottle\, sun cream and a hat\, depending on the weather \nWhere to meet: \nLyndhurst Park\, Edgware NW7 2AA \nWhat 3 Words: ///smooth.nets.held \nNearest train – Mill Hill Broadway \nEmail claudia.kaplan@thames21.org.uk if you have any questions. \nAdditional Information: \nAnyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nPlease get in touch if you have any questions about accessibility. We will do our best to make this event as accessible as possible. \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate. \n 
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-action-for-silk-stream-wildflower-identification-workshop/
LOCATION:Lyndhurst Park\, Edgware\, NW7 2AA
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152409
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Source to Sea: Walking the Ravensbourne (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:To mark London Rivers Week\, join Creekside Discovery Centre on this special two-part 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. \nOften 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. \nStarting in Beckenham\, we’ll follow the river north through Lewisham and Deptford\, finishing where the Ravensbourne meets the River Thames. \n📍 Ravensbourne Rail Station\, Beckenham \nBook your place here.\nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-source-to-sea-walking-the-ravensbourne-part-2/
LOCATION:Ravensbourne Rail Station\, BR3 5HE
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026,River Ravensbourne
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T152409
CREATED:20260325T123520Z
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Thames Tideway walk - Vauxhall Bridge to Blackfriars (two sessions) [FULLY BOOKED]
DESCRIPTION:Get your walking boots on and join this FREE guided walk along three public realm sites of the Thames Tideway Tunnel – their design\, engineering and place in the Thames’ history. \nThere will be two sessions for this walk: one in the morning and another in the afternoon. \nDate: Saturday 30th May \nTime for MORNING SESSION: 11am-1pm \n\nREGISTER HERE FOR MORNING SESSION. \n\nTime for AFTERNOON SESSION: 2pm-4pm \nREGISTER HERE FOR AFTERNOON SESSION. \n\n\nWhat was behind the design of public realm sites along the Thames Tideway Tunnel? How is the Thames Tideway Tunnel helping to improve water quality of the river as part of a 3-stage improvement scheme? \nDuring London Rivers Week 2026\, come and join Ian and Neil from the Environment Agency for a FREE guided walk along the tidal River Thames to visit three of the new ‘Super Sewer’ foreshore sites. You will hear about the water quality history of the Thames\, the engineering and architectural aspects of the sites\, and the Environment Agency’s role during construction and operation of the Thames Tideway Tunnel. \nDistance: approximately 2.5 miles \nMeeting point and time: 2pm at Bazalgette Embankment\, Blackfriars \nThe walk will proceed along the embankment to Tideway’s Tyburn Quay (opposite the London Eye) and end at Effra Quay (adjacent to Vauxhall Bridge) at approximately 4pm \nPlease be prepared with comfortable and weather-appropriate clothing\, healthy snacks and plenty of water. \nAll under-18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate. \nBOOK HERE FOR MORNING SESSION. \nBOOK HERE FOR AFTERNOON SESSION.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-thames-tideway-walk-blackfriars-to-vauxhall-bridge-2/
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Thames Tideway walk - Blackfriars to Vauxhall Bridge (two sessions) [FULLY BOOKED]
DESCRIPTION:Get your walking boots on and join this FREE guided walk along three public realm sites of the Thames Tideway Tunnel – their design\, engineering and place in the Thames’ history. \nThere will be two sessions for this walk: one in the morning and another in the afternoon. \nDate: Saturday 30th May \nTime for MORNING SESSION: 11am-1pm \n\nREGISTER HERE FOR MORNING SESSION. \n\nTime for AFTERNOON SESSION: 2pm-4pm \nREGISTER HERE FOR AFTERNOON SESSION. \n\n\nWhat was behind the design of public realm sites along the Thames Tideway Tunnel? How is the Thames Tideway Tunnel helping to improve water quality of the river as part of a 3-stage improvement scheme? \nDuring London Rivers Week 2026\, come and join Ian and Neil from the Environment Agency for a FREE guided walk along the tidal River Thames to visit three of the new ‘Super Sewer’ foreshore sites. You will hear about the water quality history of the Thames\, the engineering and architectural aspects of the sites\, and the Environment Agency’s role during construction and operation of the Thames Tideway Tunnel. \nDistance: approximately 2.5 miles \nMeeting point and time: 2pm at Bazalgette Embankment\, Blackfriars \nThe walk will proceed along the embankment to Tideway’s Tyburn Quay (opposite the London Eye) and end at Effra Quay (adjacent to Vauxhall Bridge) at approximately 4pm \nPlease be prepared with comfortable and weather-appropriate clothing\, healthy snacks and plenty of water. \nAll under-18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate. \nBOOK HERE FOR MORNING SESSION. \nBOOK HERE FOR AFTERNOON SESSION.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-thames-tideway-walk-blackfriars-to-vauxhall-bridge/
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Barnes Common Riverside Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Barnes Common Limited for a free riverside walk as part of London Rivers Week 2026. \nA walk along the Thames Path via Leg O’Mutton Nature Reserve – learn about the ecology and history of this valuable waterside place. \n\n\n\n\nA Bridge to Bridge walk to celebrate London Rivers Week 2026. What better way to celebrate than by taking a walk along this wonderful blue and green corridor? \nBarnes Common Limited deliver nature conservation work on the Leg O’Mutton Local Nature Reserve. This peaceful haven for wildlife was once under threat by development but is now host to a diverse community of flora\, fauna and fungi\, including some saplings planted as part of our project to increase the genetic diversity of Britain’s rarest native tree – the Black Poplar. As we walk\, we’ll discuss this and other conservation practices to protect threatened species and their habitats. \nIt is approximately 3km from Barnes Bridge Station to the foot of the Hammersmith Bridge\, where the talk will end. Participants looking for a longer walk are encouraged to cross the Hammersmith Bridge and turn West to return to Barnes Bridge via the path\, creating a loop of approx 7km. There are several nice places to eat and drink near Hammersmith Bridge if people would like a place to rest after the walk. \nThis walk is suitable for all ages but will be aimed mostly at an adult audience. The path is unpaved and uneven but a mostly firm surface. We aim to walk as a group but we will be mindful of people who would prefer to set their own pace. \nSturdy footwear is recommended and as the event is entirely outdoors\, we remind people to dress appropriately for the weather on the day. Bring a bottle of water or hot drink and a snack with you for the stroll. \nExact location of start point (on the Thames Path opposite Barnes Bridge Station) – https://what3words.com/weedy.fires.hurry \nEnd point – https://what3words.com/rounds.camps.mock \nPlease book your place here.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-barnes-common-riverside-walk/
LOCATION:Barnes Bridge\, SW13 0NP
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Morden Hall Park Family Craft and River Dipping Experience Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate London Rivers Week with a FREE fun\, hands-on morning by the River Wandle! Join Thames21\, the National Trust and its Urban Rangers\, and creative artist Prachi Gawas for a family-friendly session combining river dipping (no in-water access needed) and collaborative nature art inspired by the river’s wildlife and surroundings. \nBOOK HERE. \nDate: Sunday 31st May 2026 \nTime: 10am–12pmFree event \nMeet at the White Bridge Lawn\, Morden Hall Park \nCreate your own colourful art piece to contribute to a large-scale banner that will be displayed in the park. \nDiscover the incredible mini-creatures living in the Wandle with river dipping activities guided by experts. \nIdeal for ages 5–11 (all under 18s must be with an adult) \nBring weather-appropriate clothing and drinking water \nPhotos/video may be taken on the day – please speak to staff if you prefer not to be included. \nCome along\, get creative\, and connect with your local river! \nReminder: All Under 18s must be with an adult.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-morden-hall-park-family-craft-and-river-dipping-experience-day/
LOCATION:Morden Hall Park\, Morden Hall Rd\, Morden\, SM4 5JD
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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SUMMARY:London Rivers Week 2026: Guided Walk Exploring the Industrial History of the River Wandle
DESCRIPTION:Led by John Sheridan of the Wandle Industrial Museum\, this FREE event starts at Mitcham\, lets you view sections of the River Wandle\, and finishes at the ‘Stableyard’ in Morden Hall Park. \nThe River Wandle is steeped in history. Along this walk\, you will learn about the historical sites of brewing\, flour milling\, papermaking\, textile printing and snuff milling\, together with some former watermill buildings which are still standing. \nDate: Sunday 31st May \nMeet at the bike racks at Mitcham Tram Stop at 12pm. The walk will take approximately 1.5hrs\, will take in Watermeads and Ravensbury Park and end at the Stableyard in Morden Hall Park. \nAttendees are welcome to join for as much or as little of the walk as they choose. \nPlease be prepared with comfortable and weather appropriate clothing and shoes\, healthy snacks and plenty of water. There are toilet facilities at Morden Hall Park. \nBooking essential and spaces are limited\, please email John to secure your spot: john.sheridan08@gmail.com \nAll U18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nIf you sign up for the event but later find that you can’t attend\, please let us know as soon as possible. This way\, we can offer your spot to someone else who would love to participate.
URL:https://www.thames21.org.uk/event/london-rivers-week-2026-guided-walk-exploring-the-industrial-history-of-the-river-wandle/
LOCATION:Mitcham Tram Stop\, London Road\, London\, CR4 4BJ
CATEGORIES:London Rivers Week 2026
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