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Nordic Walking is a fun sport that uses 90% of your skeletal muscles and uses 46% more energy than walking alone with minimal perceived increase in effort. It is good for posture, protects lower limbs and promotes mindfulness and wellbeing.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We meet at the front of the station outside the main exit
Itinerary
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1Richmond-upon-Thames
Meander along the banks of the Thames
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The Old Deer Park is a historic, 148-acre crown estate park in Richmond, southwest London, that serves as a major hub for sport, relaxation, and history. Situated next to the River Thames, it offers vast open lawns and connects directly to the historical King's Observatory.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Richmond Green
Enjoy a 45 minute introduction to Nordic Walking on the green, following the INWA 10-step method, under the supervision of a qualified instructor. Nordic Walking is a fun sport that uses 90% of your skeletal muscles and uses 46% more energy than walking alone with minimal perceived increase in effort. It is good for posture, protects lower limbs and promotes mindfulness and wellbeing
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Petersham Meadows is a famous 24-acre historic water meadow located alongside the River Thames in Richmond, London, famed for its pastoral beauty and grazing cattle and managed by the National Trust.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Richmond Park
Richmond Park is London's largest of eight Royal Parks, spanning 2,500 acres, and is a designated National Nature Reserve famous for its free-roaming herds of red and fallow deer. Entry to the park is completely free of charge. It boasts: 630 Red and fallow deer; 11 species of bats foxes, rabbits, voles & shrews; 144+ bird species: birds of prey, ground-nesting birds & waterfowl; plus the Royal Oak, beech, sweet chestnut, horse chestnut & hawthorn trees.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Scenery
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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White Lodge is a historic Grade I listed Georgian house located deep within the centre of Richmond Park. Originally built between 1727 and 1730 as a royal hunting lodge for King George II, the building today serves as the permanent home of The Royal Ballet Lower School, instructing elite young dancers aged 11 to 16.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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An amazing (protected) view all the way to St. Paul’s Cathedral
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Greenery
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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