Wapping Walking Tour

The walk and the open day at the River Police Museum were both part of the Wapping Summer Shindig, organised for the community by the Turks Head Charity.

Marshland until drained in the 16th century, Wapping takes its name from a Saxon chief, Waeppa. Centre of London’s docks, crime associated with pressed sailors, poorly paid dockers and rich cargoes made it the natural home of the River Police.

Tour route