Thames Beachcombing

4.7
(113 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover the fun activity of mud larking, or beachcombing for washed-up objects along the foreshore of the Thames during low tide, on this hands-on excursion with a local guide. Your guide will contact you to provide the location and time, which changes throughout the year based on low tides. Make your own way meeting location, where you will be provided with gloves and a bag and tips on what to look for. Look for washed-up treasures, which could include clay pipes, pottery fragments, tiles, and other objects that you can spot with your eyes only. At the end, your guide will help identify your finds and provide historical context.

What's Included

Local guide
Gloves
Plastic bags
None

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
London

Meeting point is different each month. I will email you the details when you book.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    London

    We visit the Thames Foreshore at various places during the year. Please contact me regarding times.

    2 hours 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
  • Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult
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Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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4.7 Based on 113 113 reviews
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