Richmond Hill, Ham House and the Thames
From the famous view on Richmond Hill across Petersham Meadows to Ham House, and back along the Thames.
- Distance
- 7.3 km
- Ascent
- 60 m
- Time
- 1.5–2.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 39 m
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About this walk
Richmond Hill, Ham House and the Thames is an easy 7.3 km circular walk with 60 m of ascent, taking 1.5 to 2.5 hours. It starts at Richmond station (grid reference TQ 180 751). The start can be reached by public transport.
The view from Richmond Hill, over a great bend of the Thames, is the only view in England protected by an Act of Parliament. From Richmond, the walk climbs to the terrace on the hill, then drops across Petersham Meadows, where cattle still graze.
It reaches Ham House, a 17th-century mansion run by the National Trust, then returns along the Thames towpath past the boathouses to Richmond Bridge.
Route
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1
Richmond Hill
Climb to the terrace on Richmond Hill for the view.
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2
Ham House
Cross Petersham Meadows to Ham House.
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3
The towpath
Return along the Thames to Richmond Bridge and the station.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Richmond Hill, Ham House and the Thames take?
- Most walkers take 1.5–2.5 hours for the 7.3 km route, which has 60 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Richmond station (grid reference TQ 180 751). Pay car parks in Richmond.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- District line, Overground and trains to Richmond. Check TfL Journey Planner for engineering works.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Pavements, meadow paths and the riverside towpath; the towpath can flood at high tides.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: The towpath floods at very high tides: check the tide times if you're walking near high water.
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