Walking Groups
Walking should form part of most peoples everyday life. If it isn't as big a part of your life as you’d like it to be it may be worth asking WHY?
WHY would like to create a family friendly environment for people of all abilities to walk with people from their community. The primary objective of WHY walks are to be fun whilst allowing people to engage in mild to moderate physical activity.
WHY walk's always make sure
We have a grading level to allow people to risk assess their abilities against type of walk
There is a family friendly environment with relatives and friends welcome to attend
Solo attendees are offered the option to join small groups with conversation topics to break the ice or walk on their own
Break stops and restrooms will be highlighted before starting and during the walk
Wheelchair accessibility is clearly set out
Hammersmith Putney Thames River Loop
Distance - 2/5 difficulty - 4 miles or 7km along the Thames river. Takes 90 to 120 minutes walking at slow to moderate pace. Seating available throughout the north and south bank of the river. Shorter version available along the north bank only.
Surface - 4/5 difficulty - a mix of paving, tarmac or dirt track (hardened with crushed gravel). The north bank is has occasional uneven surfaces and steps but would is comparable to most London pavements. Depending on the time of year there can be puddles of standing water and wet leaves along the south bank that create trip hazards. Ankle boots recommended and would only be recommended for people confident walking on uneven surfaces.
Gradients 1/5 difficulty - No gradients on route
Accessibility - 3/5 difficulty- The north bank is wheelchair accessible from Hammersmith to Putney with occasional detours. The south bank would not be considered wheelchair friendly and would not be recommended.
Transport - 1/5 difficulty - Excellent TFL access with a short walk to Riverside studios
Overall Difficulty - 3/5 difficulty- The Full loop would only be recommended to people confident walking on uneven surface. The North Bank would be much more accessible for anyone a little less confident or a wheelchair user.
