Richmond Bridge Loop (Medium)
6 km·intermediate·medium route·Loop
Downstream through one of London's most scenic stretches to Richmond Bridge. Pass Ham House, Petersham Meadows, and the famous Richmond Hill view. Cross at Richmond Bridge and return along the opposite 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
Teddington Lock Steps(steps)
0 kmSteps at the lock. Sheltered. Lock keeper on site.
Ham House Foreshore(foreshore)
1.5 kmGravel foreshore below Ham House gardens.
Richmond Slipway(slipway)
3 kmPublic slipway at Ducks Walk. Good landing.
Hazards on This Route
Teddington WeirAVOID
Weir downstream of the lock. Strong turbulence when sluices open. Keep well clear.
Eel Pie Island NarrowsCAUTION
Narrow channel past Eel Pie Island. Rowing and motorboat traffic. Keep right.
Richmond Lock SillCAUTION
Submerged sill when lock gates open at half tide. Turbulence possible.