Surrey Docks

 

 

Nelson House

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  Lavender Pond Pumphouse


The walk is linear from Surrey Quays to Canada Water Stations (both on the East London line)
Travelcard zone 2
The only docks area south of the river. At its peak it had 9 docks & 6 timber ponds with storage sheds which covered 300 acres. Some areas of water remain whilst others have been redeveloped, many during the LDDC's period of control.


Places for refreshments at Surrey Quays retail centre. Two pubs on Rotherhithe Street.


This walk is up to 5¼ miles mostly path & pavement walking This walk takes in new developments plus remaining historic features. There is a pleasant wooded area and a good viewpoint in the former Russia Dock. An optional diversion along Deptford Strand is included in the instructions. [Route & what to see]

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