Twickenham — Richmond-upon-Thames

Twiric four
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By Jane Taylor on 23 Jun 2023

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Description

New version of the very direct Twiric Two route which crosses the river Thames by the magnificent Art Deco Twickenham Bridge.
It uses the new footpath which opened this year along the river Crane at Twickenham station, so reducing the amount of road walking overall. There's a choice between steps and lift to access the station/meeting point.
I've improved the road crossing at St Margarets which worried me in Twiric Two. The route now goes past St Margarets station to a safe crossing point.

** Note that the river Crane footpath is closed when there is a Twickenham event day (i.e. a stadium event like rugby or a concert), but the walk-around is easy to find - it's the one used by routes one, two and three! **

New version of the very direct Twiric Two route which crosses the river Thames by the magnificent Art Deco Twickenham Bridge.
It uses the new footpath which opened this year along the river Crane at Twickenham station, so reducing the amount of road walking overall. There's a choice between steps and lift to access the station/meeting point.
I've improved the road crossing at St Margarets which worried me in Twiric Two. The route now goes past St Margarets station to a safe crossing point.

** Note that the river Crane footpath is closed when there is a Twickenham event day (i.e. a stadium event like rugby or a concert), but the walk-around is easy to find - it's the one used by routes one, two and three! **

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Reviews - 4

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Is this route good enough? -  Yes (4)

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Grade 1: Entirely smooth and compacted surfaces.
Access grade X: At least one stile, flight of steps or other obstacle that is highly likely to block access for wheelchair and scooter users.		 Grading is based on average scores by surveyors. This slow way has 1 surveys.
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Facilities

Facilities in the middle third of this route.

Not present at time of survey Public toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Wheelchair accessible toilet (1)
Present at time of survey Supermarket (1)
Not present at time of survey Restaurant (1)
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Not present at time of survey Train station (1)
Present at time of survey Bench (1)
Not present at time of survey Picnic table (1)
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Not present at time of survey Ferry (1)

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Not present at time of survey Scrambling (1)
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Not present at time of survey Likely to flood (1)
Not present at time of survey Long grass sections (1)
Not present at time of survey Crops encroaching on path (1)
Not present at time of survey Diverted path (1)

Obstacles

Obstacles on this route.

Not present at time of survey Stiles (1)
Present at time of survey Step and kerbs (1)
Present at time of survey Possible to avoid steps, if applicable (1)
Present at time of survey Flights of steps (1)
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Not present at time of survey Disables access gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Cycle barriers (1)
Not present at time of survey Ladders (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle grids (1)
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Not present at time of survey Narrow bridges (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry required (1)
Not present at time of survey Acceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Unacceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Dangerous road crossings (1)
Present at time of survey Walking on paths beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Walking on verges beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Railway crossings (1)
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Not present at time of survey Cattle possible (1)
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Not present at time of survey Tidal area (1)
Not present at time of survey Potential falls (1)
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Not present at time of survey Military training area (1)
Not present at time of survey No visible path (1)
Not present at time of survey Seasonal nesting birds (1)
Not present at time of survey Other hazards (1)

Accessibility

Is this route step and stile free?

Present at time of survey Free of stiles (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of single steps/kerbs (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of other obstacles (1)

Measurements

Surveyors were asked to measure the narrowest and steepest parts of paths.

The narrowest part of the path is 110.0cm (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking East 5.0% (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking West 5.0% (1)

The steepest camber gradient across the path 1.0% (1)

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Unsigned (1)

Successfully completed

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Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Recommended by an expert

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Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Terrain

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1X June 2023 by Strider
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Twickenham
Grid Ref TQ1607973686
Lat / Lon 51.45027° / -0.33088°
Easting / Northing 516,079E / 173,686N
What3Words levels.bets.improving
Richmond-upon-Thames
Grid Ref TQ1805975193
Lat / Lon 51.46341° / -0.30190°
Easting / Northing 518,059E / 175,193N
What3Words unless.frozen.mugs

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reviews

Derick Rethans

11 Feb 2024 Winter
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I walked this on an overcast afternoon, from Twickenham to Richmond, with a game going on at the Twickenham Rugby stadium.

Because of a game, the new path along the river crane was shut (photo #1), but it was easy enough to follow Cole Park Road for a wee bit longer to get into Moormead Park. Then the route zig-zags along through small quiet residential streets (photo #2). Crossing St Margarets Road is best done right in front of the station. Then a few more residential roads (photo #3, #4) to end up on Twickenham Bridge (photo #5, #7) to cross the Thames (photo #6). Then it's a quick dash along the Thames, through Old Palace Place and across Richmond Green to reach the finish. A good route, albeit not the most direct one.

JohnMyerson

11 Aug 2023 Summer
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I walked from Twickenham to Richmond. I agree with the other reviews. A pleasant walk, especially through the back streets of Richmond. Food shops and toilets at Twickenham Station. The only snag is the planes that pass above every 3 or 4 minutes.

Jane Taylor

24 Jun 2023 Summer
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Reccied and walked this route (with Strider), Richmond to Twickenham.
It’s an update of Twiric Two made by Philipj8, keeps the same directness, and the useful back alley at St Margarets.

It’s a lovely local walk, the small negatives are: a shortish stretch along the A316 which is a fast busy road; but the pavement is wide; and a lot of steps up to the bridge across the Thames. Otherwise quiet residential roads and parks.

I was excited to try out the newly opened footpath alongside the river Crane at Twickenham, this is exactly the sort of improvement to walking infrastructure we need, it really benefits the route.

Strider

24 Jun 2023 Summer
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I walked from Richmond to Twickenham.
This route uses a new path alongside the River Crane leading up to Twickenham Station, adding more pleasant greenery to an already relatively green walk. Quiet roads, riverside walks, parks, commons and alleyways make this a very lovely walk. The only busy road is on Twickenham Bridge, but the pavements are wide, there are views across the Thames and the bridge architecture is interesting, and on this hot day the breeze was welcome.
There are steps up to the bridge so no good for wheels. Although there is a lift to avoid steps next to Twickenham station.
Really attractive walk with lots of interest and greenery. Just pips Twric3 at the post.

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