THE FLOW OF HISTORY

Creating a new walk is always a challenge. I can spend a long time searching through books and browsing the internet to get details, facts and anecdotes about a proposed route. I go out and walk the route by myself, just to make sure it works. Invariably I finish up with more than I need for a two hour walk - and THE FLOW OF HISTORY is no exception.

The River Thames is like a ribbon of history, wrapping itself around the centuries of London life in a way that no other geographical feature does. Other cities have dominating mountains, harbours, ancient ruins etc...London has the Thames.

If you ever want to know just how influential is has been then take THE FLOW OF HISTORY WALK - along the Thames Path from the Tower, over the Millennium Bridge to Bankside, along to Southwark Cathedral and back over London Bridge.

The small group of enthusiasts who enjoyed this walk on a cold, bright November morning were in no doubt - it was fascinating. I shall be doing it several times over the next few months because it has that magic forumula - fascinating history as well as familiar images of London. The casual tourist will enjoy the picture postcard aspects of this walk - but so too will someone who likes more historical meat on the bone!

If you want to know more then get in touch. I'd like to see you on a LONDON FOOTSTEPS walk around the Square Mile. Groups as well as individuals are welcome so have a look at www.londonfootsteps.co.uk.