Greater London Trip Overview
Contrast sedate Georgian Kew, the retreat of Hanoverian royalty, with the unique gritty character of Brentford on this interest-packed walking tour of extraordinary variety and history. Along the way uncover battlefield and film sites, working waterfronts, boatyards and locks, led by a knowledgeable and friendly guide.
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Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Greater London, United Kingdom
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Contrast sedate Georgian Kew, the retreat of Hanoverian royalty, with the unique gritty character of Brentford on this interest-packed walking tour of extraordinary variety and history. Along the way uncover battlefield and film sites, working waterfronts, boatyards and locks, led by a knowledgeable and friendly guide.
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Stop At: Saint Anne’s Parish Church, 31 Kew Grn, Richmond TW9 3AA, UK
Your Tour starts at Kew, the retreat of Hanoverian royalty. Stroll along Kew Green past imposing Georgian houses and the entrance to the world-famous botanic gardens. Cross the Thames at Kew Bridge to visit the post-industrial town of Brentford. Along the way, see battlefield and film sites, criss-cross rivers, locks, canals and creeks. See where the Grand Union Canal enters the Thames and where Brunel built his dock. Explore historic boatyards and finish near a pub where landscape artist JMW Turner lived with his uncle.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
