About this Event
Join us for a gentle winter wander along The Line, London’s first dedicated public art trail. Hosted by Kinetika’s T100 programme, this five-hour walk traces the route of the Greenwich Meridian, connecting Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park to The O2 through riverside paths, landmark artworks and pockets of East London that are quietly evolving.
Led by Kinetika artist and long-standing T100 volunteer Lesley Robinson alongside Ali Pretty, Kinetika’s Artistic Director, the walk offers a slow, reflective look at art, place and London’s shifting landscape. Together, Lesley and Ali will explore the role of artists in sparking conversations that challenge existing perspectives, using walking and creative responses to deepen our understanding of the environments we move through.
This shared enquiry forms part of our preparation for walking the Lebanon Mountain Trail in 2026 (more information below), where we’ll ask participants a question that begins here: what does hope mean to you?
- Start Point: In front of Pret A Manger outside Stratford Station, 21 Station Street, London E15 1DA (Please note: this is on the side of the station opposite the old Stratford Shopping Centre, not the side within the Westfield shopping centre complex)
- End Point: North Greenwich Station, 5 Millennium Way, London SE10 0PH
- Duration: 5 hours (including stop for lunch)
- Distance: Approximately 4.8 miles
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Walk Lead: Lesley
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About the Mountains of Hope Creative Residency
Sunday 11 – Friday 16 January 2026
The Mountains of Hope residency brings together Kinetika and the Lebanon Mountain Trail Association for an international exchange in silk-making, storytelling and collaborative creative practice.
Building on the first residency in September 2025, artists are continuing work on 27 hand-painted silks that reflect the heritage, identity and community stories of the 450 km Lebanon Mountain Trail. Each silk represents a section of the trail and is co-designed with local groups in Lebanon.
The January residency at Kinetika Studios deepens this partnership, strengthening the shared creative language that connects people, places and landscapes across borders.
In April 2026, Ali Pretty will walk the full Lebanon Mountain Trail, carrying and handing over these silks to communities along the way. If you’re interested in joining the trail for part or all of the journey, please email: [email protected]
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Accessibility: Walk on mostly made paths with some steps, inclines and narrowed passages. Unsuitable for wheelchair and buggy users.
Getting There: At T100 we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint at every level and would like to encourage all people attending our events and walks to use public transport if they are able to. If you need to drive, please let us know if you would consider car-pooling or car sharing.
Bus & Train: Regular trains and buses run to Stratford and North Greenwich stations.
Parking: Pay and display parking at Westfield, Stratford City, 5 mins walk from the start point.
Additional Travel: During the walk, due to the length, we will be using the DLR service and the LCC (London Cable Car) which will both require payment on arrival - Using your oyster/contactless card is accepted on these modes of transport. London Cable Car is unsuitable for those who are uncomfortable with heights. please email [email protected] for more information or questions
Please note Everyone needs to choose walks within their capabilities; the walk leaders are experienced but must take people’s word that they are sufficiently fit for the grade of walk they have chosen.
Due care has been exercised in organising the walks, however Kinetika, the funders and associated partners of the project cannot accept liability for loss, accident or injury caused to any person following the routes, especially unsupervised. Participants under the age of 16 are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.
What to take
Please ensure that you are properly equipped for all walks. The weather can be unpredictable so bring waterproof clothing and/or sun hats and sun cream – it’s best to be prepared for all weather.
Walking boots/shoes are recommended, but if you don’t have these please wear suitable and comfortable footwear – best to leave open-toe sandals or high heels at home. Make sure you bring snacks and a packed lunch with you, if necessary, and plenty to drink.
Toilet facilities can be accessed at the start or at the end of the walk.
At T100, we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint at every level, and request that people attending our events and walks bring their own reusable water bottle and take any rubbish they bring home with them.
Photos/Filming
We will be taking photographs and video of this event to promote and celebrate our regular walks. If you do not give consent to be photographed or filmed, that’s absolutely fine. Please let a member of the T100 team know on the day.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Stratford Station, Stratford, London, United Kingdom
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