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thames path – part 7 kelmscott to tadpole bridge

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yesterday we had a very successful walk along the Thames Path from kelmscott to tadpole bridge. it was probable around 7 or 8 miles i think and kezia managed to walk nearly all of it (and esther did it all). progress indeed.
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Parts of the Radcot Bridge date back to the 12th century bridge making it the oldest bridge on the thames
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Rushey Weir is a ‘rare example of an old Thames paddle-and-rymer weir
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basically you ram these paddles down in to the weir to stop the water (and vice-versa)
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tadpole bridge
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our destination for the walk was an idilic looking pub at tadpole bridge, but it was shut when we got there. which left a bad taste in our mouths. or at least a dry taste.
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