Hammersmith Bridge Loop (Medium)
6 km·intermediate·medium route·Loop
Downstream past Barnes Railway Bridge to Hammersmith Bridge. The river curves through Barn Elms — watch for rowing crews training. Cross at Hammersmith Bridge and return along the south bank.
Tidal strategy: Best paddled on the ebb tide (downstream), turning at low water slack, then riding the flood back.
Exit Points Along This Route
Chiswick Pier(pier)
0 kmFloating pontoon. Access at all tide states.
Barnes Railway Bridge Steps(steps)
1.5 kmSteps near Barnes Railway Bridge, south bank.
Furnivall Gardens Foreshore(foreshore)
3 kmForeshore at Furnivall Gardens, Hammersmith.
Hazards on This Route
Chiswick Eyot ShallowsCAUTION
Shallow water around Chiswick Eyot at low water. Mudbanks exposed LW ± 2h.
Barnes Railway Bridge CurrentCAUTION
Current accelerates through narrow bridge spans on spring tides.
Hammersmith Bridge PiersCAUTION
Strong currents around piers on spring tides. Pass through centre span. Eddies downstream.