About this Event
Get out of the house this January and into the wild parks of Richmond and Putney with our 12KM community walk along section 6 of the capital ring! Our community hikes are a great way to get to know us, make new friends, and spend some time in nature - especially in winter.
Logistics
📍 Starting point: Richmond tube/train station (various lines)
📍 End point: Wimbledon Park station (district line)
🗓 When: 10AM on 4th January 2026 - meeting at 10 AM for 10:15 AM departure
💷 Cost: Free
🌿 What We’ll See Along the Way:
We begin near the River Thames, grab a coffee or hot drink and soak up the calmer side of Richmond before entering the vast expanse of Richmond Park — London’s largest Royal Park at over 1,000 hectares. Here we’ll wander through ancient woodland and open grassland, keeping an eye out for:
- Free-roaming deer
- Wildflowers and ancient trees in their winter forms
- A wide variety of birdlife
Leaving the park, the route continues across Wimbledon and Putney Commons, a 460-hectare stretch of woodland, heath, scrub, and ponds. This protected landscape feels surprisingly wild and is home to rich flora, birdlife, and seasonal colour. From the commons, we'll walk through quieter residential streets, and near the world famous Wimbledon courts before finishing at Wimbledon Park Station.
📏 Hike Details:
- Distance: 12 km | Elevation gain: 309 m
- Estimated duration: 3–4 hours (excluding breaks)
- Difficulty level: Moderate urban-nature walk
- Toilets along the way in Richmond Park
About us:
- Group Stats: mixed gender, age range from 20-40ish
- Our community hikes usually attract 15-30 people, please RSVP correctly so we know to wait for you or not.
- Join our Whatsapp group* for 'on the day' logistics and and questions: https://chat.whatsapp.com/EOtaIdgMDA94bmAfbPjAGQ (*Please note you will also be joining the main Trail Therapy Whatsapp community - you can leave the group anytime)
What to bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes or boots
- Water (1L recommended)
- Snacks and lunch (we'll stop along the way to eat lunch in the park)
- Weather-appropriate layers and waterproofs / umbrella
- Curiosity for wildlife and hidden green spaces
- Bring a buddy or come alone and leave with some new friends
🍻 Optional Post-Hike Stop
We’ll end at Wimbledon Park station with the option to join us for a drink at a local pub before heading home.
Legal Bit
Event details are correct at the time of publishing (E&OE) and organised by Trail Therapy Ltd. Routes and timings may vary slightly depending on weather, conditions, or group pace. Participation is at your own risk — please ensure you’re suitably prepared, dressed for the weather, and responsible for your own safety and wellbeing throughout the walk.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Richmond Station, The Quadrant, Richmond, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00
