Guided Inn to Inn Walks

Kemble/Thames Head To Cricklade: 12.5 miles/20km

Your first nights accommodation is in the lovely Gloucestershire town of Kemble before beginning the first days walking from the rivers source (Thames Head) the following day. The infant river flows from the fields towards the village edge of Ewan, the Saxon word for river source, where the source truly begins to resemble a river. The trail passes Neigh Bridge then onwards to the Cotswold Water Park, a delightful stretch meandering through unspoilt lakes and wildlife reserves. The river passes through the pretty village of Ashton Keynes, before reaching Cricklade and your nights accommodation. This historic Roman town is a great place for an overnight stay with fine architecture dating back to Norman times.

Cricklade To Lechlade: 11 miles/17.5km

The river flows through rolling pastureland to the pretty village of Castle Eaton before joining with the River Coln where the Thames increases it's flow. The trail follows paths and lanes before returning to the river, leading into your nights accommodation at Lechlade. This small, attractive Cotswold town offers a range of amenities including an enticing option to take a river cruise to complete a lovely day on the Thames Path..

Lechlade To Newbridge: 16.5 miles/26.5km
Leaving the market town of Lechlade, the Thames gently meanders through open countryside. Following the course of the river, you pass through the village of Radcot, featuring the oldest bridge on the Thames, dating from 1200, and still in it's original form. The route continues past a series of pillboxes (anti-invasion defences) built to prevent a German invasion during World War II. Pass Rushey Lock, then on to the Trout Inn, maybe for a spot of lunch with it's great menu and open fires. The path continues to hug the riverside past a nature reserve and on to your nights accommodation at lovely Newbridge with it's beautiful bridge that dates back to the 13th century. .

Newbridge To Oxford: 14 miles/22.5km
The excellent rural scenery continues today following the river to The Ferryman Inn. It may be possible to take the 1000 year old ferry service across the river to the east bank to follow the rivers course. Alternatively, we take a detour from the river meeting up at Pinkhill Lock. The trail passes through Swinford with it's lovely toll bridge, one of the last two remaining on the Thames. The path begins to feel busier and the buzz of the great city of Oxford replaces the peaceful surroundings that were the norm. Oxford is an exciting place to stay on the path with it's wonderful architecture and history based around the famous university. It's a great place to explore and offers excellent cuisine options. .

Oxford To Abingdon: 10 miles/16km

Leaving the remarkable city behind, the path runs along the west bank. The walk passes by two lovely locks, Iffley and Sandford, before meandering along the riverside with it's tranquil views to your nights accommodation at Abingdon. This excellent market town is a great place to rest for the night with it's beautiful mosaic buildings close to the river and with excellent facilities. .

Abingdon To Wallingford: 13 miles/21km
This section of the path oozes with typical Thames scenery passing beautiful villages, locks, weirs and rural landscapes. The walk crosses over the majestic Clifton Hampden Bridge before heading to Dorchester. Dorchester is a large country town and a great place to stop for refreshments with a historical atmosphere, Georgian architecture, lovely shops and a couple of museums. The path continues by following the river to lovely Wallingford and your nights accommodation. With it's castle remains and market square, Wallingford is a great place to stay for the night..

Wallingford To Pangbourne: 11 miles/17.5km

Leaving Wallingford the Chiltern Hills are visible in the distance with a lovely stretch of walking through open meadows to the small town of Cholsey. Following the river for a couple of miles the walk crosses the Ridgeway National Trail before heading through to the edge of the Chilterns, an area of outstanding beauty, passing through woodland and a steep valley to your accommodation at lovely Pangbourne with it's great eateries..

Pangbourne is the finishing and starting point for half The Thames Path

Pangbourne To Henley-On-Thames: 15 miles/24km

The path meanders it's way from Pangbourne through picturesque fields to Mapledurham Lock. The route now runs through the busy urban sprawl of Reading before regaining it's beauty at the attractive village of Sonning. Walking onwards you are rewarded with the pretty village of Shiplake which offers peaceful tranquillity, and lastly to Henley-On-Thames and your nights accommodation. This picturesque town with it's famous rowing heritage offers a great place to stay with it's five arched bridge across the river, backed by the lovely church ensuring an idyllic location. .

Henley-On-Thames To Marlow: 8.5 miles/13.5km

This section of the Thames Path offers amazing views of the countryside whilst also passing through quintessentially quaint English towns. Leaving Henley-On-Thames, home to the famous regatta, the path crosses the bridge and ventures through idyllic meadows passing Hambledon Lock with it's weir and on to the lovely riverside town of Marlow, your nights accommodation..

Marlow To Windsor: 14.5 miles/22.5km

Open field views abound en route to the attractive village of Cookham, before heading to Maidenhead with it's many magnificent houses on the banks of the Thames. This lovely, leafy stretch of walking passes through more open fields and woodland before opening to the majestic views of Windsor Castle, residence for the Royal family from 850. Windsor is steeped in history with it's renowned Eton College and beautiful castle and is a great place to explore and spend the night. .

Windsor To Shepperton: 13.5 miles/21.5km

Leaving Windsor, the route takes us along a busy road before passing the meadows of Runnymede where the magna carta was signed in 1215 and on to the redeveloped waterfront of Staines. The path then flows by Penton Hook, a loop in the river with an optional detour to explore the tranquil wooded island across from the lock. The path then leads to Shepperton and your nights accommodation..

Shepperton To Kingston Upon Thames: 11.5 miles/18 km

Leaving Shepperton Lock, the path offers two options, to either cross the river by ferry or head for Walton Bridge. Both routes offer excellent opportunities for lunch with many riverside pubs on the way to historic Hampton Court Palace. Hampton Court Palace is a wonderful place to explore in itself with it's great hall, guided tours and famous maze, giving today's walk a regal edge. Continue the Thames Path by heading to Teddington, where the river turns tidal and onwards to your nights accommodation at the historic market town of Kingston-Upon-Thames, offering cafe culture, pretty parks and excellent night life.
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Kingston-Upon-Thames To Battersea: 15 miles/24 km

Leaving Kingston-Upon-Thames, the route passes by Kew with it's famous royal Botanic gardens, a nature reserve at Hamlands, Fulham Palace and through Richmond's famous deer park and past it's elegant houses. With this much historic scenery on offer today's walk is an enthralling experience. The area of Putney marks a distinct change in scenery with the city scape views beckoning. The route then passes into Battersea and your nights accommodation..

Battersea To Thames Barrier: 16 miles/25.5km
By leaving Battersea, the world famous city sights of London begin. The south bank route flows to Tower Bridge passing some of the most exciting tourist sites London has to offer including Lambeth Palace, home to the Archbishop of Canterbury, and great views of the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Bridge. The path skirts the London Eye, the Tate Modern, the Millennium Bridge and offers awe-inspiring views of St. Paul's Cathedral. The trail continues past the Shakespeare Globe and under London Bridge before reaching Tower Bridge. The route now passes the Old London Docks before reaching lovely Greenwich with views of Canary Wharf, the city's business centre. The Thames Path finally bypasses the Millennium Dome before reaching the Thames Barrier. With it's giant silver shells protecting London from floods, this marks the end of both a remarkable day, and the conclusion of the famous Thames Path and your nights accommodation.

Please be aware that slight variations to these itineraries may have to be made due to availability of accommodation.
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