The Walton Trail – River Route

River Route

  • 2 miles
  • 12 historic sites
  • Allow 2 hours
  • Note that the river path section of this trail is slightly uneven and may not be wheelchair friendly.
Discover a different side of Walton-on-Thames on this scenic riverside walk.

Along the way, you’ll visit the birthplace of the British film industry, uncover links to New Zealand soldiers, Hollywood actors and even Julius Caesar.

There are several cafés, pubs and riverside refreshment stops along the way, making this an enjoyable walk to take at a relaxed pace.

Start the River Route

Start at the Heart Shopping Centre on Hepworth Way.

Proceed past the Library along Hepworth Way.

1 - Hurst Grove

2 - Cecil Hepworth Playhouse

3 - Aston Martin Garage

4 - Mount Felix Clock Tower

Take footpath across viaduct, past blue plaque by WoTTA naming Anzac Way, Take path before bridge down to river.

5 - Cowey Sale

Follow Thames Path under Walton Bridge.

6 - Walton Bridge

Follow Thames Path past Walton Marina.

7 - River Thames

8 - Walton Wharf

Continue along Thames Path, past Anglers pub. After 400 yards, turn right through gate into Riverhouse Park. Exit park to right.

9 - Riverhouse

10 - Riverhouse Barn

11 - Swan Hotel

12 - Manor House

13 - Thames Cottage