Two down and not much to go? Sounds easy doesn’t it? Well it might sound easy but I can assure you that it is not easy. Thirty miles carrying backpacks in 2 days may be a breeze if you’re a marine but it’s hard work for a couple of simple travellers.
Absolutely horrific weather was forecast and we woke to heavy rain in Richmond. The BBC informed us that it would improve from lunchtime so we decided to set off later and walk to Kingston rather than Hampton Court. We could delay that section until the following day.
We were well prepared for rain so happy to rejoin the Thames Path for the three miles down to Teddington Lock.
Once again the scenery and countryside was amazing as we felt so far from the hustle and bustle of the city. You wouldn’t believe how rural it is between towns on the river. Fabulous.
Arriving in Kingston upon Thames it began to rain again, in fact it threw it down. At least we’d had the best if the weather whilst we were walking.
Not as many miles as yesterday but the late start and conditions meant the 9 miles somehow felt a bit further. So after almost 40 miles and twenty four bridges we are almost at the end of our challenge. Just the four mile trek around to Hampton Court tomorrow and we will be there. Let’s hope for an improvement in the weather.
JWalking 
How bad was that weather today? Fair play to you for pressing on. Keep dry and carry on! Loving the change in scenery.
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It was pretty good today. A challenge but that’s what it’s all about. Had fun all the way.
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Crazy, crazy people. That sounds like boot camp lol! What have you done that’s deserving of such punishment?
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Ha it wasn’t that bad. We actually had a great day and thoroughly enjoyed the walk. We’re loving the whole adventure.
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Remember, When Harry met Sally – well nows about the the time id be saying “I’ll have whatever it is they’re having”.
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I commend you for persevering in such awful conditions. I would have been tempted to just put off the walk and stay indoors.
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We did think about it for about 30 seconds but decided that we’d regret not going. All part of the adventure and we loved it.
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That looks miserable, but you rose above it!
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It wasn’t as bad as it looked. We actually really enjoyed the walk and had fun. Always try to make the best of every situation.
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🤣🤣🤣 you pose at the end always makes me laugh….i feel for you 🤪🤪
Shame about the weather, but excellent progress. That area is one of my favourite places to walk. Pity the island was closed. The stretch between Kingston and Hampton Court needs to be walked on the opposite side from Kingston otherwise you’ll hit tarmac and traffic. The approach into Hampton Court is beautiful and you’ll get some fantastic views of the palace from riverbank. Enjoy enjoy guys, it’s a beautiful stretch of the river
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Looks like we’ve got some nice weather this morning for the final stretch into Hampton Court. Looking forward to it.
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And I see you made it to Kingston! The weather yesterday was appalling, so well done for braving it! There’s a nice Swiss bakery quite near to Teddington Lock (on the Ham side), and we like to walk down and get some pastries and watch the lock for a bit on nice days when I can be bothered to walk the five miles roundtrip. I’m not much of a walker, obviously!
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Weather’s been wonderful today, so made up for yesterday’s tough hike. Could have done with a trip to the bakery.
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I don’t know why but I always liked the sound of Teddington Lock. Been close but not actually there… I don’t think? 🙂 🙂
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Nice location and really picturesque part of the river.
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Richmond looks nice .. I can’t say I remember ever visiting there which is weird..so the year after next it’s on my list
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It’s a fabulous little town and well worth a visit.
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Well done on walking in the rain!!
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Actually not too bad once we got going. It’s the thought of it that’s worse than the actual doing.
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You walking in the rain with backpacks … reminds me of our Portuguese Camino we’ve done in 2018. It rained for days and we had to cover about 30km each day (I think that’s about 18 miles) … I totally understand that last photo 😁
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It’s a tough challenge but totally worth it.
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