Stories from along the Riverbank

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Westminster Guides are marking National Walking Month courtesy of London Heritage Quarter BID, with an eclectic and diverse walk along the riverbank of the Thames primarily through Victoria Embankment Gardens. We will encounter a famous Scottish poet, the man who revolutionised the Post Office, forgotten heroes from World War I, a Watergate not near water, campaigners for Women’s Rights, the nation’s first Black voter plus the man whose idea saved thousands of lives at sea.

The walk will take us through some of the nicest gardens in central London following the flow of the river

Guided Tours for National Walking Month in May in conjunction with:

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Starts outside Two Temple Place WC2R 3BD, near Temple Underground Station.

Please note that during and after the walks, LHQ aim to gather feedback and ideas from participants on potential area enhancements, future activities, and ways to support healthier, more active, and sustainable travel. Click on this link to find ou more about the <a href="https://london-hq.co.uk/">London Heritage Quarter BID</a>

All of our walking tours will be led by a qualified Westminster Guide. Look out for the distinctive Badge

Walks start promptly. Please arrive at least 5 minutes ahead of the scheduled start time.

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