The Thames from Hampton Court to Sunbury Lock

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This stretch of the Thames is close to London but is relatively green, peaceful and beautiful.

 

Although there are only a few places on the Middlesex (North) bank where there is public access - mainly at Sunbury - you can walk, run or cycle the towpath on the Surrey (South) bank all the way from Hampton Court Bridge to Sunbury Lock and beyond.

 

But if you really want to see the river, get on the water. It’s a great stretch for kayaking, rowing, skiffing or messing around in a motor boat.

 

And wherever you are on this stretch there’s always something interesting to see. Hopefully, with this guide you’ll enjoy your time alongside, on or in the Thames even more - and learn something new.

 

comments, corrections and additions

This website is not even half-finished, and I’ll be adding new information to it every few days.

 

So if you spot any mistakes, or if you have any new information or old photos—or any comments, questions or memories about the places covered—please send me an email.

Here’s a sketch map. Click on one of the place names and it should take you to the right page on this site

And here’s a slightly fuzzy satellite image of the area from Google Earth. The island in the centre is Platts Eyot. You can click on some of the places on the map and be taken to the right place on this site