Celebrate the re-opening of the towpath
The Thames towpath between Richmond Lock and Kew Gardens is set to reopen on Saturday 8 November, weather and river conditions permitting – marking a major milestone in restoring this much-loved riverside route.
This follows the towpath closure almost a year ago when the it was breached during extreme weather and tide conditions, as we originally reported here with our last update here
According to Richmond Council, work crews are now completing the final stages of the repair.
In a recent statement the Council states:
“The short delay [from the planned reopening date of October 31] was due to challenging tidal and ground conditions, which required additional piling and reinforcement to ensure the long-term stability of the path. The improvement works include reinstating the culvert and causeway – designed to safely overtop first during high tides, helping to reduce erosion elsewhere along the towpath and direct water towards the newly reinforced section. The project also delivers new safety and ecological features that make the path stronger, greener, and more enjoyable for everyone.”
