Faithfully accompanied by my flatmate Robert Sinclair, who did not complain once during the entire walk about his feet, we set off from East Ham to Bromley-By-Bow to complete the short part of the eastern District Line that had been left over. Short of stopping to buy a belt and diverting from the route to have a quick look at West Ham FC, the walk was brief and uneventful, no doubt in some part due to Rob's determination to hasten away from east London asap. And to get onto a tube before his feet fell off, presumably... The area and route was largely as it was for the H&C line, mostly urbanized but with a few parks and other spots of green here and there.
This was followed by the far more attractive (although clearly just as demanding on Rob's feet) walk from Aldgate East to Earl's Court. Again, the route was in repetition of the Circle Line for the most part, but so scenic are the spectacular views of the city and the Thames, dotted with London landmarks, that I was grateful for it. Again, a pleasant and uneventful walk, finishing in the (personal) familiarity of the Gloucester Road/Earl's Court area. Much political and philosophical debate was had by all (the both of us, and anyone unfortunate enough to be walking close enough to listen...), and I'm grateful to Rob for making familiar ground more interesting.
Off to Wimbledon tomorrow, in the hope of seeing Wombles. Fingers crossed.
Alex
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