Capital Ring Walk

This is a circular Walk London route and consists of 15 sections between Woolwich and Becton District Park.

The Capital Ring Walk offers you the chance to see some of London's finest scenery. Divided into 15, easy-to-walk sections, it covers 78 miles (126KM) of open space, nature reserves, Sites of Specific Scientific Interest and more.

Find more detailed route maps and guidance for all sections from the Ramblers (maps updated December 2020).

Sights

Horsenden Hill
Eltham Palace
Abney Park Cemetery
Olympic Park
The Great North Wood
Wimbledon, Richmond Park and the Grand Union Canal
Welsh Harp
Finsbury Park
Walthamstow Marshes
The Thames Barrier
Beckenham Place Park
Streatham Common
Syon Park
Wharncliffe Viaduct

Signage

Look out for the following:

In open spaces - a white disc on a wooden post featuring a Big Ben logo and directional arrow. Remember to pay close attention to the arrow to make sure it's directing you the right way
On streets - large aluminium signs - featuring the walking man symbol - strapped to lamp posts and other street furniture. These sometimes include the word 'link' to indicate a link route to a station