Secret London – Hidden World of the Isle Of Dogs, Mudchute and Island Gardens

PLEASE NOTE APRROX 30-35 MEMBERS WILL BE ON THE WALK, NOT WHAT IS ADVERTISED, AS ONLY HALF THE MEMBERS TURN UP WITH ALL MEETUP GROUPS. IF YOU ARE ON THE WAITING LIST PLEASE ONLY ATTEND IF YOUR RSVP BECOMES AVAILABLE TO ATTEND AS WALK IS FULL AT PRESENT SORRY.

Hi all, cost, & info below, please join everyone for a fun, scenic, interesting linear 2.5 mile or 5.5 mile circular walk

There is almost a secret giant Peninsula that lies below Canary Wharf, so rare that most Londoners have never been there. Underneath Canary Whaft there is the beautiful Mudchute Farm, the largest urban farm in Europe where we will see up close alpacas, donkeys, miniature horses & much more (stop for a drink and cake if cafe open). Much more walk info further below..

Please note: Only 5.5 mile walk contains SS Britain docks, River Thames walk and WW2 memorial. 2.5 mile is a linear walk (ends about 3.30pm) ending at Island Gardens Station.

See where Isambard Kingdom Brunel famous SS Great Eastern set sail, the launching docks are amazingly still there since Victorian times!

We will see other amazing hidden gems, visit these giant docks which were once home to the East & West India companies. Britain was the most powerful nation on Earth and the docks were part of this colossal network

We will walk above a train station where there are giant rooftop gardens, with exotic trees and species around the World

There are still giant anti-aircraft World War 2 guns in place from the attack of the Luftwaffe, view stunning Greenwich from the other side looking at the Maritime Museum & the Cutty Sark, visit the practically unknown area of Isle of Dogs & Island Gardens and also we have an amazing walk along the River Thames back to Canary Whaft.

£10 cash/card payment by simply turning up on the day

Please meet upstairs at the top of the giant escalators on the Jubilee Line, the meeting area is outside the very front of Canary Wharf Station. This is located next to the Alchemist Pub and the bike racks in front of the station where the water is. If coming off the Jubilee Line underground train please follow the signage for Jubilee Plaza, DLR and Elizabeth Line

The Isle of Dogs was marsh, being several feet below water at high tide, In 1660 the river started to break through the peninsula.

The name "Mudchute" derives from it being the former dumping ground for mud dredged from the Millwall Docks in the 1800's. In the 1970's the land was down for redevelopment but the locals fought hard & we are extremely lucky to have almost a countryside rural setting at Mudchute.

Canary Whaft Station Toilets are in the Jubilee Place Mall, turn left at ‘Cos’ walk along the main corridor, turn left before the escalator, where there is an alcove. It is where the ‘Photo Me’ Booth is situated.

ABOUT OUR SECRET LONDON WALKS
It is a 15-year fascinating journey together to explore the whole of beautiful, enchanting Secret London. The only walking group in the World offering this unique experience!

The individual walks have been created from an original route several miles in length (usually on average about 50 miles) where we have checked every nook and cranny, every hidden alleyway, lane, lost cobbled path, cul de sac, avenue, road or street in that area for you!

It is then shortened, to give back to you a magical walk with all the best bits of 'Lovely London', voted the best City in the World for the 10th year running!

What is given back to you is the most scenic, healthy walk (usually 3-6 miles in length) with some of the walks containing hidden cobbled lanes, lost shops, secret gems, areas lost in time, wonderful views, idyllic Instagram photo shots and all sorts! Now and then some brief local info is mentioned or something of historical importance along the way.

You will have plenty of time to chat and meet new friends whilst walking the amazing lost areas of London! So we welcome you to the colourful highlights of this fascinating City of London with simply wonderful things to see!

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
PLEASE ensure ARRIVAL at least 15 minutes BEFORE the start of the walk, sorry no latecomers are accepted for whatever reason.

Members attend the unique walks from our different meetup groups.

IF LATE, SORRY WE ARE UNABLE TO RECEIVE CALLS OR ANSWER EMAILS AS WELCOMING MEMBERS, LEADING THE WALK, AND CONCENTRATING ON THE SAFETY OF THE GROUP. PLEASE DO NOT BE LATE, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO CATCH THE GROUP UP, PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT.

Part Tour - Medium pace walk from 'Visit England' Award-Winning Guide and our group featured in the National Press! Please Note: Some events, being a large attended meetup group will be an organised walk only, but members are very welcome to organise their own get-togethers after the event.

You are required to be fit and healthy with appropriate footwear & clothing, responsible for meeting at the correct location, own safety and to not lose the group by viewing the organiser/making the organiser aware as much as possible, or follow/not lose sight of the person(s) from the same walk in front. We advise carrying water and some snacks.

The organiser is also not responsible for any circumstances that may affect the group or personally such as personal accidents, rail information, engineering works, cancellations, rail strikes or delays, heavy traffic, tours affected, weather, walk paths or routes closed, postcodes for car parks or for when we arrive back at the station, or anything else not mentioned!

By joining the event you agree to all the terms and conditions.

No Dogs allowed sorry

We really look forward to welcoming you on the walks/tours for a wonderful, great, fun day!