Lock ‘n’ Roll to View Island

This lovely loop takes us from Caversham Bridge along the Thames Path to Caversham Lock, before we cross the river to View Island for an explore and then mosey back to our starting point via the impressive Christchurch Bridge.    

Type of Walk
Sociable walk - make new friends while walking    

More detail
We start our walk at Caversham Bridge, before heading along the Thames Path with the river on our left. We will follow the towpath until we reach Caversham Lock, where we'll cross the charming lock bridge and over the weir where we pass right beside the Archimedes Screw turbines, a great spot to pause and watch the water flowing through. From here we will continue onto View Island, a peaceful nature reserve with winding paths, wildlife, and views back toward Reading. After exploring the island we will exit and make our way back towards  Christchurch Bridge. We'll pause on the bridge to take in the scenery and then follow the riverside path back to Caversham Bridge, completing a scenic and easy circular walk rich with riverside charm.

Walk length / difficulty / accessibility
4 km / 2.5 miles / 1 hour / easy / not wheelchair accessible

Ticket price
£3

About the walk leader
Clare - Engagement Officer for the Thames Path National Trail as part of their 30th anniversary programme. 

Getting there
Thames Promenade Car Park (by Caversham Bridge)
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