A direct rail link from east to west across London was a vision for over 35 years,and with the arrival of the Elizabeth Line it finally became a reality.The opening of this line,with its improved connectivity and shorter journeys,is great news for walkers - never before has it been so easy to get out and explore new places and see new sights. This book covers the entirety of the line's sweep,from Shenfield in the east to Reading in the west. There are 23 walks,all starting at an Elizabeth Line station. Along the way you'll explore the very best that London and the south-east has to offer,from fascinating urban landscapes and must-see historic sites to serene countryside and meandering waterways.Highlights include:Hidden alleyways & dreamy squares in central LondonPanoramic views of the London skyline at Abbey WoodHistory & architectural splendour at the likes of Greenwich & WhitechapelWide-open spaces & waterways of the Loddon Valley,Richmond & Reading London's iconic green spaces including Green Park,Hyde Park & more Peaceful countryside around Brentwood,Ealing & RomfordClassic routes along the River Thames at Maidenhead & Taplow The impressive modern architecture & waterways of Olympic Park
Publisher: Countryside BooksISBN: 9781846744143Weight: 220 gDimensions: 210 x 150 mm
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