Thames Path – Waterloo to Battersea Park

A mixed weather forecast today, but we decided to head into London for a walk along the Thames.

Finding the correct exit from Waterloo Main Line station was a challenge, but we were soon in a office plaza heading to the Thames:

Then through Jubilee Gardens with a view of the London Eye:

The path by the London Eye, London Dungeons and Sea Life Aquarium is always heaving with tourists, so it was nice to walk under Westminster Bridge to a bit of (relative) peace and quiet:

It was now time for a coffee break:

Then along Albert Embankment towards Vauxhall:

There is a bit of a detour around MI6 Headquarters then back to the river along St Georges Wharf:

And before long, a second detour to busy Vauxhall, with its strange landscape:

However, we were soon back on the Thames along Elm Quay:

It was now time for a drink, and we found a quiet (and dog friendly, though we sat outside) pub:

Rocco got a bit bored though:

and was glad to get going again:

After yet another detour, we reached Battersea Power Station:

The old Coaling Jetty has been transformed into a nice spot for lunch:

We then walked under Battersea Bridge to Battersea Park, and Rocco could finally have a run around:

From there it was a short but busy walk to Battersea Park Station, then home via Victoria:

A nice day, and in the end, only a few spots of rain.

 

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