Explore London's bus and tube heritage

Cultural & Heritage

Jun 08

2025

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Walk wise, distance is: 8km / 5.0mi); terrain is flat; surfaces are dirt, grass, gravel and tarmac

Sunday 8th June Leisurely walk from Richmond to Acton Depot via Thames path

Calling all tube and bus enthusiasts! Starting from Richmond, we'll head along the Thames Path as far as Kew Bridge before crossing Gunnersbury Park to an open day at London Transport Museum's Acton Depot. There we'll have the chance to get up close to buses and tube carriages through the years, as well as signs, ceramic tiles, original posters, ticket machines and more. It's an opportunity to see one of the most comprehensive collections of urban transport anywhere in the world.

You'll be able to book onto the activities running that day, such as guided tours. These are available on a first come first serve basis and will need to be booked on arrival.

Highlights and features

Vintage tube rolling stock
Heritage buses and trams
Old signage and tube maps
Classic posters and artwork

You must pre-book your ticket for the depot (select the 12:30 slot) using the following link:

Depot Open Days: All Signals Green | London Transport Museum

What’s going to happen on the day.

Start at Richmond station, leisurely walk along the Thames Path before walking through Gunnersbury Park then short roadside walk to Acton Depot for the open day. There will be about 3-4 hours to explore, have lunch in the grounds, then around 4pm finish with a local drink in Acton.

New Members

New members are very welcome. Please message me if you have any questions or concerns before the day.

Dogs

Sorry, no dogs are permitted on this event.

Image credits: Photos taken by Outdoor Lads member martiebear with permission for Outdoor Lads use.

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