Winter tree

When walking along Ham Gate Avenue I was struck by this tree. I like the strong contrast with the blue January sky and the way that the branches curl all over the place as if they don't know where to go.

Ham Gate Avenue

Ham Gate Avenue is a straight route between Ham Common and Richmond Park (Ham Gate). The wild part of Ham Common, sometimes called Ham Common Woods, is all along the south side (on the right here) and also on part of the north side towards the park.

Peter Vahl's bench

There are far too few benches along the tow path, particularly between Ham House and River Lane. This one is in memory of Peter Vahl and I guess the flowers have been placed there in his memory too.

Sunken boat

These moorings immediately south of Teddington Lock are fairly new. There are usually several boats here but this is the first time that I've seen one that has sunk.

Ham Scout Group's headquarters

This is the Ham Scout Group's headquarters just off Ham Common, as viewed from Great South Avenue.

Tow path south of Teddington Lock

This is the tow path about 500 metres south of Teddington Lock.

Boat crane at Teddington Lock

This boat crane is being used for the substantial works at Teddington Lock.

Ramp between the river paths

There are two paths along the river between the footbridge at Teddington Lock and Lower Ham Road in North Kingston, and the path that is next to the river is about a metre lower. This ramp by Dysart Avenue provides easy access between the two paths.

The Old Malt House

This is The Old Malt House in Lock Road, very close to the junction with Ham Common and Ham Street. It is a distinctive building and a pretty one too.