Walton-on-Thames is a city in the southeastern part of England. The city has a rich history and boasts of several connections to pop culture in England. The population of the city is around 23,000 inhabitants, most of them distributed among the different areas of the city and its surroundings.

Walton’s name has an Anglo-Saxon origin, which many believe to mean “British farm.” Walton is suspected to be the place where Julius Caesar forded the Thames in his second invasion of Britain. However, there has been no proof of this to confirm it or not.

Walton Bridge has had five incarnations on the site since the first was built in the 15th century. There are plans for the construction of a sixth, however construction was delayed after a public objected to some of the original plans. Construction is now scheduled to begin sometime in 2010.

Sports play an important role in life at Walton. Being close to the water, there are opportunities for rowing, kayaking, and canoeing. Then there is Walton and Hersham FC, who play their games on Stompond Lane. FC is nicknamed the Swans. Also, there is the Walton Casuals FC, which is nicknamed the deer.

Many connections with pop culture are present in the city. An example of this is that many Monty Python sketches were filmed in and around the city. If you ever get a chance to see the re-released video of Always Look on the Bright Side of Life, take a closer look and you will see many of the city’s landmarks. Another pop culture connection is that Tommy Bolin’s Dreamer was written for someone in Walton, although we still don’t know who it was. If you are in the area and looking for something to do. Take the day and explore all that the city of Walton-on-Thames has to offer.