Help shape the future of the Thames Path in East Greenwich
Greenwich residents and visitors now have a chance to influence major changes proposed for the Thames Path through a new consultation live on Commonplace. If you walk, cycle or simply enjoy this part of the riverside, you should have your say.
With you contributing through this survey, the Thames Path Review will gather local insights on the four key themes below, helping to formulate recommendations for the Council Executive and key partners.
Key themes
Experience
Share your thoughts on the current state of the Thames Path, including accessibility, safety, and overall enjoyment of the route.
Enhancement
Help identify areas for improvement and suggest potential upgrades to the path, such as signage, amenities, or infrastructure.
Engagement
Provide feedback on how we can better connect the community with the Thames Path and increase awareness of this valuable resource.
Economy
Share your views on the economic impact of the Thames Path and how it can be leveraged to support local businesses and tourism.
Why it matters
This is one of the most well-used but neglected parts of the riverside. It’s the only east-west route through this part of Greenwich that isn’t a main road. But many sections are narrow, poorly maintained and run down.
At the same time, the area is under huge pressure from major new developments and infrastructure:
Flood defences along the river are in disrepair – key soft protection features like reed beds have failed, and the Thames Path itself has already been undercut and needed emergency repairs
Enderby Place and Morden Wharf developments will add thousands of new homes, but current planning applications include very little genuine public realm, relying heavily on the Thames Path to compensate for the lack of green space on-site
The Silvertown Tunnel is likely to increase traffic levels and pollution, worsening the local environment and making active travel harder
These proposed upgrades cannot happen in a vacuum. Without joined-up thinking about transport, flood risk and land use, the improvements risk being superficial.