Blackheath to Eltham via Severdroog Castle in Oxleas Wood (6 miles}

This is a new walk, and there is plenty to see on it.

We will meet at 10.45 am downstairs in Blackheath Coffee and will leave at 11.15 am. (This is next to Blackheath Railway Station,}

Our walk will take us along roads and we will go to Severndroog Castle in Oxleas Wood which is well worth visiting cost £5 adult £3 concession} .

{Severndroog Castle is an elegantly preserved Gothic tower situated in the delightful gardens of Castle Wood on Shooter’s Hill, one of the highest points in London.

The ‘castle’ was commissioned by Lady James, probably as a memorial to her husband, and designed by architect Richard Jupp in 1784.

Severndroog enjoyed extensive renovations in 2013-2014, when rooms featuring beautiful ornate ceilings and chandeliers were restored to their original state.

On the ground floor, the Severndroog Tea Room serves fresh hot and cold options for breakfast, brunch, lunch and tea, including plenty of choices for children.

Admission to Severndroog Castle includes the castle rooms, where volunteers will tell you the story of Sir William and Lady James, the building’s uses over the years and the campaign to save the castle.

Your ticket also includes access to the Viewing Platform, where you can enjoy spectacular panoramic views of London and the seven surrounding counties.}

Lunch will be at the cafe in the wood {as image above shows} where the food is very good. or you can bring your own.

Our walk will end at The Tudor Barn where we can have a drink which is near Eltham Railway Station.

Outward

Trains run from to Victoria, Charing Cross, Waterloo East, Lonon Bridge Stations to Blackheath Rail Station. You can also get the SL4 bus from Canary Wharf

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Return

Eltham Station is on the same line as Blackheath Station but 2 stops down.

You can also get the 132 bus from Eltham Station to North Greenwich Station where you can get the Jubilee Line.

£7 meet up fee required (Please have the right change.}

Walking Boots would be preferable fo this walk.

If you need any more info please ring Paul on 07530 675739 {this is not a smart phone] or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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