Where does the Wandle Trail start?
Where does the Wandle Trail start?
The Trail mostly follows the Wandle River, and runs for about 12.5 miles (20km) from East Croydon Station to the Thames Path in Wandsworth near Wandsworth Town train station. There are 2 main starting points: Wandle Park, Croydon (12 mile walk) or Carshalton Ponds, Carshalton (9 mile walk).
Can you walk along the Wandle?
The River Wandle walk runs for 14 miles in total. It has both cycle and walking routes, which are the same for most of the path, but divert in certain places. It is a great way to get some exercise and fresh air whilst finding out about our local history!
Is the Wandle Trail paved?
The trail follows the largely traffic free National Cycle Network route 20 so the paths are well surfaced, signed and also suitable for walkers. Starting in Wandsworth you head south to Southfields, passing along a traffic free section through public parks.
Can you cycle the Wandle Trail?
The Wandle Trail is a fantastic route that follows the River Wandle through three boroughs to Croydon, where local transport links offer a perfect finishing point for those with tired legs. Whether walking or cycling the 9-mile route offers a great day out for people of all ages.
Does the River Wandle flood?
Isolated heavy rainfall may cause river levels to rise. Flooding to areas nearest the river is possible, particularly low-lying land, roads and gardens.
Does the Wandle flow into the Thames?
The River Wandle is a tributary of the River Thames in south London, England. With a total length of about 9 miles (14 km), the river passes through the London boroughs of Croydon, Sutton, Merton and Wandsworth, where it reaches the Thames….River Wandle.
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Can you fish the river Wandle?
The River Wandle has centuries of history as a favourite place for freshwater fishing, as a chalk stream with fast flowing waters. If you like to fish in company, the Wandle Piscators, founded in 2004, is a mixed-species, mixed-method fishing club.
Where does the Wandle meet the Thames?
Wandsworth
The River Wandle is a unique South London chalkstream which flows north from Croydon and Carshalton to join the Thames at Wandsworth.
Is the Wandle Trail signposted?
Whilst the trail starts in East Croydon, there’s no waymarking. Croydon Council plays no part in the Wandle Trail so you have to make your own way to the council boundary where Sutton pick up the ball.
Is River Wandle a chalk stream?
The Wandle is a chalk stream in south west London that fell into disrepair due to urbanisation in the 60’s and 70’s despite its glorious history.
Where does the River Wandle start?
Waddon Ponds
Carshalton Ponds
River Wandle/Sources
Are there fish in the Wandle?
The Wandle now offers fishermen the chance to catch a wide variety of species – chub, barbel, roach, dace, trout, gudgeon, eels and carp are the most common.
How long is the Wandle Trail in London?
The 20km (14 mile) Wandle Trail follows the route of the River Wandle from Croydon to the Thames at Wandsworth. It allows you to enjoy the heritage, flora and fauna of this typical chalk stream in the heart of some of south London’s most industrialised landscape.
Where do I start the Carshalton walk?
There are 2 main starting points: Wandle Park, Croydon (12 mile walk) or Carshalton Ponds, Carshalton (9 mile walk). In places the trail is narrow and uneven for wheelchair users.
Is the Wandle Trail wheelchair accessible?
Part of the trail is National Cycle Network Route 20. The Wandle Trail Partners are the London boroughs of Sutton, Merton and Wandsworth, Groundwork Merton and Sustrans. In places, the ground is uneven, making the trail difficult for wheelchair users, but improvement work is in progress.
Where can I get a hard copy of the Wandle Valley map?
Hard copies of the map are available from the Wandle Valley Regional Park Trust office (varied opening hours), the Second-hand Bookshop at Morden Hall Park (open Mon-Fri, 10-4). The print version of the map works best double sided on A3 paper.
