Tilly's Ultra Big Biodiversity walk

Kew Green ↔ Barnes via Richmond Park

A 13.72km, difficult walk taking about 3h 35m, starting at Kew Green and finishing at Barnes via Richmond Park. It passes through Kew, Richmond, Richmond Park and Barnes and visits 7 of our red phone boxes. Open the Box Walks app at each box to unlock its content, games and environmental actions.

Kew Green to Barnes via Richmond Park route map
Time
3h 35m
Distance
13.72km
Effort
Difficult
Areas
Kew, Richmond, Richmond Park and Barnes
Start
Kew Green
Finish
Barnes

Themes

  • Water
  • biodiversity
  • sustainable food
  • climate hope
  • fungi
  • trees
  • wetlands
What you'll learn

The boxes you'll meet

Bertie and Sophie phone box
01 · Biodiversity & 02 · Sustainable food

Bertie and Sophie

Bertie covers biodiversity and explains how species diversity supports the health of our local eco-systems. You will learn how to create space for nature and attract more species into your outside space and environment. Sophie explores sustainable foods and helps you identify diets that are better for the planet and your health. You will also learn how biodiversity keeps our food systems resilient and healthy.

Freddy phone box
04 · Fungi

Freddy

Freddy covers the world of fungi, an often-overlooked kingdom, which underpins life on earth. You will discover exciting facts about the importance of fungi in our ecosystems and their contribution to humanity, including how to protect them and how to use them better.

Ted phone box
08 · Climate hope

Ted

Ted looks at climate anxiety, and the emotional toll environmental change can have on people. This box channels Ted Lasso's positive mindset helping you feel less overwhelmed and giving you practical tools and tips needed to overcome stress and feel empowered to act locally.

Tilly phone box
09 · Trees

Tilly

Tilly explores the role of trees, often referred to as one of the lungs of our planet. From biodiversity to air quality, trees are central to a healthy environment. You will learn why they matter, how eco-systems rely on trees, and how to protect trees in your local area.

Walter phone box
10 · Water

Walter

Walter focuses on water, a resource which is critical for life on earth, yet often taken for granted. You will learn just how little fresh water exists on our planet and how to use it responsibly to reduce your water bills and protect potable water supplies in your area.

Wendy phone box
11 · Wetlands

Wendy

Wendy covers wetlands, one of the most important yet overlooked ecosystems. They house and support a vast range of species in a relatively small area of land and water. You will learn how to give nature a boost and how to preserve and even create a wetland on your doorstep.