London's Hidden Walks: Volume 1 (Explore London)

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Highlights of this London walk include Richmond Park, charming alleys like Brewers Lane, and great riverside pubs and restaurants. If you’d like to do this one, you can find the route, map, and photos on my Holland Park walk blog post. This leafy, waterside section of the Thames is lovely even when it’s spitting rain. You’ll meander around and over the rivers and canals, passing posh high streets, historic pubs, manors and mansions. Next on my list of secret London walks is a themed London literary walk. This self-guided walk goes through several central London neighborhoods.

Next on my list of secret London walks is one in Islington. This local area in north London has bustling shopping streets, peaceful canals, and lots of colorful doors to take in. Enjoy the private community gardens next to the houseboats, providing some lovely foliage along your canal walk The last of my secret London walks is in Holland Park. This local area in west London is not only full of elegant houses, but also home to one of London’s most beautiful parks. This walk is ideal if you’re into heritage architecture and great food. There are excellent coffee shops along the way, too. Follow the railway line by Estreham Road. After the road bends right, turn left through the subway under the railway to Potters Lane.I have additional London walks in the pipeline, and they’ll all end up on my London walking map when I’ve published them. If you want to see more of the city, you can also take a look at my London neighborhoods map. Even jaded Londoners find these London Walks a source of astonishing gems of information about the city in which they live.” Daily Mail, Top London Treats

Enter Tooting Bec Common, passing a lake, the Lido, and a great little café. Stop for a coffee before you cross Bedford Hill road and continue to the northern part of the common. This is one of the most beautiful hidden walks in London, with wooded areas, incredible greenery, posh park paths, great architecture, and creepy cemetery vibes. I hope you enjoy playing around with it and that it helps you discover new-to-you areas of the UK capital. The next of my secret London walks is in Richmond. This area in southwest London is worth a visit for its riverfront atmosphere, expansive green spaces, and famous filming locations. It’s one of my favorite parts of London to explore. Turn right along Conyers Road, passing the Streatham Pumping Station. This is a really cool Victorian architectural building.This walk is perfect for you if you enjoy a mix of high streets and side streets, secret passageways, and great local atmosphere. If you want to take this self-guided London walk, head over to my Greenwich walk post for the route, photos, video, and map. Enter Wandsworth Common, following the path beside the railway line. Pass the ponds and continue towards the houses. This section of the Thames path winds in and around inlets, wharfs and bridges, with cool historic sights along the way.Most London bridge walks that start at Tower Bridge will take you to touristy spots; this doesn’t. The streets of London are inexhaustible in their tales they have to tell. Following the success of Stephen Millar’s first three volumes, London’s Hidden Walks Vol.4 introduces twelve new walks that will surprise and entertain the intrepid explorer.

This loveliest of secret London walks is perfect if you like to be on the water and take in a variety of sights and neighborhoods as you go. It’s a good alternative to the Thames Path, and a great way to see some local London neighborhoods. Cross the bridge to the stumpery (yeah, that’s a word apparently). It’s just…a lot of tree stumps. I know.Walk across the footbridge at Limehouse Basin, around Limehouse Marina, and take the twisted paths that take you straight to the Thames! Follow the Thames Path, enjoying open views of the Thames and passing by Hampton Court Park and Golf Course. Walk through Cloudesdale Road, Elmfield Road, and reach Balham High Road. Pass Du Cane Court and continue on Balham Park Road. These are some great residential streets to take in the beautiful homes and charming streets. On the way, you’ll take in the best of Richmond, from the little lanes to the Thames Path. At the end, you’ll have options for continuing your walk in whatever way suits your tastes.