Step into Deptford’s layered past with Look Up London’s two-hour walk tracing historic streets, the Thames path, and ancient churchyard landmarks once walked by figures like Christopher Marlowe.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for those with basic fitness; mostly flat terrain with urban surfaces.
Wildlife
History
Department grew around the dockyard founded by Henry VIII and was a commercial hub through the 18th and 19th centuries, known for famous residents like Christopher Marlowe.
Conservation
Efforts focus on preserving Deptford’s historic sites while maintaining the natural banks of the Thames for local wildlife and public enjoyment.
Look Up London
Step into Deptford’s layered past with Look Up London’s two-hour walk tracing historic streets, the Thames path, and ancient churchyard landmarks once walked by figures like Christopher Marlowe.
Look Up London is a London-based walking tour operator offering neighbourhood-led guided walks across central and surrounding areas of the city. The operator runs a catalogue of themed walking tours that focus on local history, architecture, social stories, and hidden green spaces. Tours range from 90-minute routes to longer 1 hour 45 minute experiences, and include named itineraries such as Hidden Wonders of Waterloo, Quirky Bloomsbury, Bankside Behaving Badly, City Secret Gardens, The City: Power and Sacrifice, Fleet Street Secrets, Smithfield: Guts and Glory, The Spirit of Spitalfields, Bermondsey: Off the Beaten Track and Sinful Seven Dials. Several walks finish near local landmarks and markets, for example Maltby Street Market, or pass notable sites like St Bartholomew the Great and St Dunstan-in-the-East.
Guides present historical context, architectural detail and social-history narratives drawn from local research. Information about meeting points, booking, and tour durations is published with each trip listing. The operator is featured on The Adventure Collective, providing third-party editorial visibility and an additional channel for discovery. Tours cover themes from medieval relics and Elizabethan entertainment to migration histories, secret gardens, and feminist perspectives on historic crimes. All descriptions and itineraries reflect walking routes within London, England and are presented in third person by the operator. Tours operate throughout the year.
Tours Offered
16
Wide range across London neighbourhoods
Typical Length
90 mins
Most tours last about 90 minutes
Location
London, England
Central London meeting points
Featured On
The Adventure Collective
Recognised by travel curators
Select a neighbourhood walk, check available dates, and reserve a spot for a small-group guided experience through hidden corners of London.
Wear sturdy shoes
Cobblestone streets and uneven paths require comfortable, supportive footwear for a smooth walk.
Check train schedules
Starting and ending at Deptford Station, plan your arrival and departure times to avoid long waits.
Bring a water bottle
Though the walk is moderate, stay hydrated, especially on warmer days along the river.
Dress for the weather
London weather can change quickly; layering helps you adjust to rain or sunshine during the walk.
Comfortable walking shoes
Needed to handle uneven historic streets and cobblestones safely.
Water bottle
Keeps you hydrated during warmer weather along the river path.
summer
Weatherproof jacket
Protects against rain and wind showers common in London's unpredictable weather.
spring
Camera or smartphone
Capture the characterful streets, architectural details, and riverside views encountered on the walk.