40 routes to explore
Get active in Lee Valley Regional Park
Introduction
Walking This route is rated as excellent for walking.
Disabled/Pushchair This route is unsuitable for individuals with disabilities, see below.
Running This route is rated as excellent for running.
Dogs Areas of route have restricted access for dogs, see below.
Cycling This route is rated as excellent for cycling.
Toilets Toilets available either on route or within a 5 minute walk.
Cycling This route is unsuitable for cycling.
Refreshments Refreshments available either on route or within a 5 minute walk.
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Symbols displaying stars are rated «««excellent, ««good, «fair. Disability/Pushchair access: Unless stated in the route information, routes are accessible for wheelchairs/pushchairs, however we would recommend that individuals check the listed terrain and narrative to ensure suitability to their own requirements. Dogs: All walks listed are suitable for dogs, however there are some areas of the Regional Park that require dogs to be kept on leads. Please refer to the detail of each walk. Route length: All route distances are shown to the nearest 1/4 mile. For conversion purposes, there is 1.6km to every mile.
Most of us know that we should be more active to benefit our health and well being. Did you know that just 30 minutes of exercise a day can help you to feel good, have more energy, reduce stress and sleep better? Lee Valley Regional Park makes being more active really easy. At twice the size of London's Royal Parks combined and with 26 miles of riverside trails, country parks, nature reserves and urban oases, there’s no better place to challenge yourself. Go for a cycle ride, a run or a simple stroll - it’s free 365 days a year and just waiting to be discovered. The 40 routes within this booklet cover a range of distances and terrains to explore with many routes going past the world class Lee Valley White Water Centre, home to the London 2012 Olympic Canoe Slalom events. The routes are designed to suit individual interests and abilities and to celebrate the diversity and beauty of the park, where nature, leisure and sport sit successfully side by side.
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Route symbol guide
Routes
Ware to Waltham Abbey
The routes
This guide provides an overview of the routes available and their suitability for a range of activities and accessibility. More detailed route narratives and maps can be downloaded from the website:
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It is exercise alone that supports the spirits, and keeps the mind in vigor.
Marcus Tullius Cicero
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When I see an adult on a bicycle, I do not despair for the future of the human race.
H.G. Wells
Routes
Ware to Waltham Abbey Grasshopper Walk 1/2 mile
Car parks/Starting points/Public transport
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Toilets Refreshments
(A) Rye House Gatehouse
Rye Road, Hoddesdon, Herts, EN11 0EH Train Station: Rye House - 5 minutes walk Bus: Centrebus C3
No
(B) Dobbs Weir
Dobbs Weir Road, Hoddesdon, Herts, EN1 0AY (no public transport)
Yes
Yes
(C) Old Mill and Meadows
Off Station Road, Broxbourne, Herts, EN10 6LX Train Station: Broxbourne - 5 minutes walk Bus: Centrebus C3, C4, Arriva 310, SM Coaches 323A
Yes
Yes
(D) Lee Valley Boat Centre
Old Nazeing Road, Broxbourne, Herts, EN10 6LX Train Station: Broxbourne - 3 minutes walk Bus: C4, Arriva 310, SM Coaches 323A
No
No
(E) Clayton Hill
Nazeing Road, Nazeing, Essex, EN9 2HX Train Station: Broxbourne - 10 minutes walk Bus: TWH Bus & Coach Services 392
No
No
(F) Wharf Road
Wharf Road, Cheshunt, Herts, EN10 6HD Train Station: Broxbourne - 15 minutes walk Bus: Arriva 310, 311, Centrebus C3, C4
No
No
(G) Turnford Brook
Cheshunt Wash, Turnford, Herts, EN8 0XG Bus: Arriva 310, 311, Centrebus C3, C4
No
No
(H) Lee Valley Park Stubbins Hall Lane, Crooked Mile, Farms Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 2EF (no public transport)
Yes
Yes
(I) Fishers Green
Stubbins Hall Lane, Crooked Mile, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 2EF (no public transport)
Yes
No
(J) Hooks Marsh
Fishers Green Lane, Crooked Mile, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 2ED (no public transport)
No
No
(K) Cheshunt Country Walk
Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, Herts, EN8 9AJ Train Station: Cheshunt - 3 minutes walk Bus: Arriva C1
Yes
No
(L) Pindar
Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, Herts, EN8 9AJ Train Station: Cheshunt - 3 minutes walk Bus: Arriva C1
Yes
No
Crooked Mile, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 2ES Bus: Arriva 505, Lea Valley 555
No
(M) Cornmill Meadows
No
Summary A circular route through Turnershill and Thistly Marshes. Experience the wonderful sights and sounds of crickets and grasshoppers during the summer months. Particularly suitable for disabled people and pushchairs.
Terrain All surfaced pathways with several bridges. Points of interest Bowyers Orchid Meadow is a short detour from the route (best seen early May to mid June). Car park/Starting point Pindar car park. (L)
(peak time)
Water Vole Trail 1 mile Summary A circular wetland route around Silvermeade. Discover our 'Wind in the Willows', home of the Lee Valley Water Vole.
Points of interest Broxbourne Old Mill, Water Vole habitat and dragonflies (best seen between May to October).
Terrain Grass pathways throughout the route which can become wet and muddy.
Car park/Starting point Old Mill and Meadows car park. (C)
Wonderful Wet Meadows 11/2 miles Summary A circular river route around Cornmill Meadows. Experience and discover the wealth of wildlife that feed on the wetland meadows.
Points of interest Waltham Abbey Gardens, dragonfly information panels (dragonflies best seen between May to October) and Royal Gunpowder Mills.
Terrain Grass pathways throughout the route with several bridges.
Car park/Starting point Waltham Abbey Gardens car park. (N)
Otter Discovery Trail 13/4 miles No
(N) Waltham Abbey Abbey View, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1XQ No No Gardens Train Station: Waltham Cross - 15 minutes walk Bus: Regal Busways 211, 212, 213, Arriva 240, 250, 255, 505, Lea Valley 555
Summary A circular route around the glorious Seventy Acres Lake. Discover the habitat and behaviour of one of England's best loved mammals. Terrain Surfaced paths with one bridge with a steep incline.
Please note, postcodes listed are the nearest ones available and for guidance only. Detailed maps can be found at visitleevalley.org.uk/40routes
Points of interest Otter information panels and Bittern Information Point. Lee Valley Park Farms are a short detour from the route. Car park/Starting point Fishers Green car park. (I) Alternative Hooks Marsh car park. (J)
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Car park/Start point Address/Public transport
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Ware to Waltham Abbey Dragonfly Discovery Trail 2 miles
Orchid Discovery Trail 2 miles
Summary A circular route that takes in the beauty of Cornmill Meadows and picturesque Tree Park. This trail helps you to discover the many species of dragonfly that inhabit this beautiful sanctuary. From Cornmill Meadows car park, the route travels into the Tree Park, before circling the meadows.
Summary A linear route exploring the stunning North Metropolitan and Bowyers Orchid Meadows.
Car park/Starting point Cornmill Meadows car park. (M)
Waders and Waterfowl 2 miles Summary A scenic route exploring the southern habitats and spectacles of River Lee Country Park. The route travels north along the Flood Relief Channel, passing the north of Hall Marsh Scrape, returning via the western edge of Bowyers Water.
Summary A circular route through tranquil surroundings, with beautiful views, weirs and wildlife. The route travels north past Glen Faba to Fieldes Weir, returning south on the towpath.
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Terrain Surfaced pathways, several bridges and kissing gates.
Terrain A mixture of surfaced pathways, towpath and grass pathways, bridges including one very narrow, walk-around and kissing gates. Points of interest Dobbs Weir and Glen Faba.
Water-lily Wander 2 miles
Car park/Starting point Dobbs Weir car park. (B)
Summary A circular route around beautiful Bowyers Water. Experience the wonderful views of White and Yellow Water-lilies alongside other water plants such as Yellow Flag Iris in early summer. Particularly suitable for disabled people and pushchairs.
Grebes and Gravel 2 miles Summary A circular wildlife and wildflower route exploring Bowyers Water and its natural inhabitants. Terrain All surfaced pathways and several bridges. Points of interest Bowyers Orchid Meadow (best seen late May to mid June) and bat hibernaculum (house).
Car park/Starting point Pindar car park. (L)
Alternative Waltham Abbey Gardens car park. (N)
Faba to Fieldes 2 miles
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Terrain Surfaced pathways, one bridge and boardwalks in orchid areas. Towpath may become muddy.
Points of interest Orchid information panels, Common Twayblade, Early Marsh, Southern Marsh, Common Spotted and Pyramidal Orchids (best seen between late May and mid June).
Car park/Starting point Nearest car park - Waltham Abbey Gardens (O) (10 minute walk)
Terrain All surfaced pathways and several bridges. Points of interest Bowyers Orchid Meadow is a short detour from the route (best seen early May to mid June) and bat hibernaculum (house). Car park/Starting point Pindar car park. (L)
Points of interest Hall Marsh Scrape, wet grasslands information panels and Bowyers Orchid Meadow (best seen late May to mid June). Car park/Starting point Nearest car park - Waltham Abbey Gardens (N) (10 minute walk).
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Terrain Grass pathways throughout the route with several bridges.
Points of interest Dragonfly information panels (dragonflies best seen between May - October), Waltham Abbey Gardens and Royal Gunpowder Mills.
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Ware to Waltham Abbey Winged Wonders 2 miles
Rambling Rivers 3 miles
Summary A circular walk taking in a variety of wildlife habitats. Discover a wealth of wildlife including dragonflies, waders and wildfowl. The route travels along the west side of Hooks Marsh Lake and Hall Marsh Scrape, returning along Waltons Walk.
Summary A picturesque route visiting the four main rivers that wind their way through River Lee Country Park. The route travels north along the Flood Relief Channel past Seventy Acres Lake before heading south past Cheshunt Lake and Bowyers Water.
Points of interest Hall Marsh Scrape, Bittern Information Point and Plover Viewing Point, Bowyers Orchid Meadow (best seen late May to mid June) and wet grasslands information panels. North Metropolitan Orchid Meadow and the Lee Valley Park Farms are a short detour from the route.
Terrain All surfaced pathways including a section of towpath (steep decline onto the towpath), several bridges and kissing gates.
Car park/Starting point Fishers Green. (I)
Terrain Surfaced and grass pathways (some of which are narrow and uneven) and several bridges, one with a steep incline. Points of interest Hall Marsh Scrape and Hooks Marsh Ditch.
Alternative Hooks Marsh (J) and Pindar (L) car park.
Car park/Starting point Hooks Marsh car park. (J)
A Royal Reserve 4 miles
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Summary A circular river and woodland route, combining wildlife and heritage. The route heads south along the towpath past Silvermeade, crossing the navigation at Kings Weir before heading north through Rusheymead.
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Terrain A mixture of towpath, surfaced and grass pathways some of which can become wet and muddy. Several bridges and steps off Old Nazeing Road.
Points of interest Broxbourne Old Mill, Water Vole habitat, dragonflies (best seen between May October) and Kings Weir. Car park/Starting point Old Mill and Meadows car park. (C) Alternative Wharf Road car park. (F)
Farm and Wetland Trail 3 miles Summary A circular route linking Lee Valley Park Farms to the wetlands of River Lee Country Park. An ideal route for all ages and abilities throughout the year. The route travels west across three waterways before turning south around North Metropolitan Pit and returning along the east side of Seventy Acres Lake. Terrain Surfaced pathways, several bridges (two with steep inclines) and several walk-around gates.
Points of interest Lee Valley Park Farms, Otter and Water Vole habitat and Nightingale Wood. North Metropolitan Orchid Meadow and the Bittern Information Point are a short detour from the route. Car park/Starting point Lee Valley Park Farms. (H) Alternatives Hooks Marsh (J) and Turnford Brook (G) car parks.
Summary A circular route through town and country discovering the history and wildlife of the north of Lee Valley Regional Park. The route heads east passing the RSPB Rye Meads Nature Reserve before turning north under the A414. It then turns east into Stanstead Innings, joining the main road through Stanstead Abbotts before returning south along the towpath.
Terrain A mixture of surfaced pathways, towpath and grass pathways, roadside pavements, several bridges, cobblestone ramp and walk-around gates. Points of interest Rye House Gatehouse, Rye Meads Nature Reserve, Abbotts Pit Bird Hide and French and Jupps Malting works.
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Car park/Starting point Rye House Gatehouse car park. (A)
Locks and Lakes 4 miles Summary A circular river walk full of rural magic and historical charm. The route travels north along the towpath to Cheshunt before following the river south along Waltons Walk.
Points of interest Hall Marsh Scrape and Royal Gunpowder Mills. North Metropolitan Orchid Meadow and Waltham Abbey town and gardens are a short detour from the route.
Terrain Surfaced pathway including a section of towpath and one bridge with a steep incline.
Car park/Starting point Fishers Green. (I) Alternatives Pindar (L) car park.
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Weirs to Woods 2 miles
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Ware to Waltham Abbey River Lee Trail
Monks and Meadows 5 miles
4 miles
Summary A relaxing circular walk on the Hertfordshire and Essex borders. Discover the greenest and bluest spaces in the heart of the Lee Valley, their fascinating history and wonderful wildlife. The route heads north along the New River, turning east at the north end of Admirals Walk Lake, before returning south from Dobbs Weir along the River Lee Navigation towpath.
Terrain A mixture of surfaced pathways, towpath and grass pathways, several bridges and steps, several steep inclines, walk-arounds and kissing gates. Points of interest New River, Lee Valley Boat Centre, Dobbs Weir and Broxbourne Old Mill and Meadows. Car park/Starting point Lee Valley Boat Centre car park. (D) Alternatives Old Mill and Meadows (C) and Dobbs Weir (B) car parks.
Waterbird Discovery Trail 4 miles
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Summary A linear route linking Cheshunt Station to the wetlands of River Lee Country Park. Discover more about the waterbirds of the Lee Valley including their habitats, feeding behaviours and the amazing journeys they have made. From Cheshunt Station the route heads north past Seventy Acres Lake to the Grebe Hide overlooking Holyfield Lake. The route returns the same way.
Terrain Surfaced pathways throughout with several bridges. Points of interest Waterbird information panels, North Metropolitan Viewing Area and Grebe Hide. Car park/Starting point Cheshunt Country Walk car park. (K)
Summary A picturesque route from Waltham Abbey town centre into the surrounding countryside. Discover the history of the Abbey, the wildlife of the Dragonfly Sanctuary and the beauty of River Lee Country Park. From Waltham Abbey Gardens, the route heads north through Cornmill Meadows, returning along Waltons Walk. Terrain Surfaced and grassed pathways, several bridges, narrow kissing gate and a stile.
Points of interest Waltham Abbey church and gardens, Dragonfly Sanctuary (dragonflies best seen between May - October), Royal Gunpowder Mills and Hall Marsh Scrape. Car park/Starting point Waltham Abbey Gardens car park. (O) Alternative Hooks Marsh (J) car park.
River Lee 10k 6 miles Summary A scenic route around the gravel pit lakes of River Lee Country Park. An ideal route to explore the various habitats and spectacles of Lee Valley. The route travels north along the Flood Relief Channel past Seventy Acres Lake before heading south past North Metropolitan Pit and Bowyers Water. Terrain Mostly surfaced pathways with an uneven and narrow section west of Hooks Marsh Lake, several bridges (two with steep inclines) and several walk-around and kissing gates.
Points of interest Hall Marsh Scrape, Bittern Information Point, Plover Viewing Point, Bowyers Orchid Meadow and wet grasslands information panels. Lee Valley Park Farms are a short detour from the route. Car park/Starting point Nearest car park Waltham Abbey Gardens (N) (10 minute walk).
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Alternatives Hooks Marsh (J), Fishers Green (I), Turnford Brook (G) and Cheshunt Country Walk (K) car parks.
Lake and Riverside Trail 4 miles Summary A spectacular wildlife route through the heart of River Lee Country Park. The route travels south, circling Hooks Marsh Lake before heading north on the towpath to Holyfield Weir and returning along the Flood Relief Channel. Terrain A mixture of pathways some of which are uneven, narrow and can become wet and muddy. One bridge with a steep incline and several walk-around and kissing gates.
Points of interest Lee Valley Park Farms, Holyfield Weir, Hall Marsh Scrape and North Metropolitan Orchid Meadow. The Bittern Information Point is a short detour from the route. Car park/Starting point Lee Valley Park Farms. (H) Alternatives Hooks Marsh (J) and Fishers Green (I) car parks.
Summary A challenging circular route through a variety of terrains with breathtaking views across the Lee Valley. The route heads north to Holyfield Lake, turning east and travelling south along the eastern edge of Galleyhill Wood. Continuing along Claygate Lane and the Crooked Mile it then returns north along the eastern edge of Seventy Acres Lake. Terrain A mixture of surfaced and grass pathways, some stretches of busy road, several bridges, some steep inclines, several walk-arounds and kissing gates.
Points of interest Meridian Line, Dragonfly Sanctuary, farm Viewpoint and Galleyhill Wood. Lee Valley Park Farms are a short detour from the route. Car park/Starting point Lee Valley Park Farms. (H) Alternatives Cornmill Meadows (M), Hooks Marsh (J) and Fishers Green (I) car parks.
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Meridian Views 6 miles
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Ware to Waltham Abbey Lakes of the River Lee 7 / 1
Summary A circular route with stunning views around the gravel pits of River Lee Country Park. The route heads north past Bowyers Water following the railway to Wharf Road. It turns south down the towpath passing the east side of Seventy Acres Lake, continuing along the Flood Relief Channel. Terrain Surfaced pathways and towpath throughout, several bridges (one with a steep incline) and several walk-around and kissing gates.
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Waltham Abbey to Tottenham
miles Points of interest Hall Marsh Scrape. North Metropolitan Orchid Meadow, Lee Valley Park Farms and the Bittern Information Point are a short detour from the route. Car park/Starting point Fishers Green. (I) Alternatives Pindar (L), Turnford Brook (G) and Hooks Marsh (J) car parks.
Valley Views 8 miles
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Car park/Starting point Lee Valley Park Farms. (H)
Terrain Surfaced pathway including towpath, several bridges (two with steep inclines), a
Alternatives Wharf Road (F), Turnford Brook (G) and Clayton Hill (E) car parks.
gradual climb up to Clayton Hill and kissing gates. Points of interest Lee Valley Park Farms, Clayton Hill, Water Vole habitat and dragonflies. Broxbourne Old Mill and Meadows is a short detour from the route.
River Lee Country Park 10 miles Summary A route to discover the beauty and variety of River Lee Country Park. The route travels north to Wharf Road joining the towpath to Meadgate Road. It continues south on the Lee Valley Pathway to Lee Valley Park Farms returning along the Flood Relief Channel. Terrain Surfaced pathways and towpath, several bridges (two with steep inclines), a gradual climb up to Clayton Hill and several walk-around and kissing gates.
Points of interest Clayton Hill Viewpoint, Lee Valley Park Farms, Hall Marsh Scrape and Bowyers Orchid Meadow. The Bittern Information Point and Broxbourne Old Mill are a short detour from the route. Car park/Starting point Nearest car park - Waltham Abbey Gardens (N) (10 minute walk). Alternatives Pindar (L), Turnford Brook (G), Wharf Road (F), Fishers Green (I), Hooks Marsh (J), Old Mill and Meadows (C), Clayton Hill (E) and Lee Valley Park Farms (H) car parks.
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Summary A scenic circular route with stunning views across the Lee Valley. The route follows the Lee Valley Pathway north to the viewpoint at Clayton Hill. It continues onto Meadgate Road before returning south along the towpath to Wharf Road. The route then follows the railway south before turning east at Turnford Brook back across River Lee Country Park.
Me thinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow. Henry David Thoreau
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Waltham Abbey to Tottenham
Car park/Start point
Address/Public transport
Walk on the Wild Side 1 / 1
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(A) Gunpowder Park Sewardstone Road, Waltham Abbey, Essex EN9 3GP Yes Bus: Arriva 505
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(B) Rammey Marsh
Ordnance Road, Enfield, Middlesex EN3 6JN Bus: Arriva 121, 491
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No
(C) Swan and Pike Pool
South Ordnance Road, Enfield, Middlesex EN3 6GE Bus: Arriva 121, 491
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No
(D) Tottenham Marshes
Watermead Way, London N17 OXB Train Station: Tottenham Hale - 10 minutes walk Northumberland Park - 5 minutes walk Bus: Arriva 192
Yes
No
Summary A circular route discovering the 'wilds' of Tottenham Marshes. The route heads north around the perimeter of Wild Marsh West before crossing the river and returning along the towpath.
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Summary A circular route highlighting the community art of Clendish Marsh. The route heads south towards Ferry Lane, turning west at the allotments and circling the perimeter of the marsh. Terrain Surfaced pathways.
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Summary A circular route exploring the wet woodland and wildlife of Gunpowder Park. The route heads west along the high path before turning south through the woodland boardwalk and returning along Sewardstone Road.
Summary A circular route that explores the Bee Orchids of Rammey Marsh.
Terrain Surfaced pathways including a wooden boardwalk.
Terrain Grass pathways only with one walk-around gate.
Points of interest Gunpowder Park Field Station, Osier Marsh boardwalk and bird hides. Two viewpoints are a short detour from the route.
miles Points of interest Information panels, Bee Orchids (best seen late May to mid June) and community artwork. The woodland area is a short detour from the route. Car park/Starting point Tottenham Marshes car park. (D)
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Car park/Starting point Gunpowder Park car park. (A)
Car park/Starting point Rammey Marsh car park. (B)
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Car park/Starting point Tottenham Marshes car park. (D)
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Points of interest Bee Orchids (best seen late May to mid June).
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Points of interest Information panels, wildlife wetland habitat and Bee Orchids (best seen late May to mid June).
Gunpowder Woodland Trail 1 /
Rammey Ramble 1mile
Art on the Marshes 1 /
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Terrain Surfaced pathway including towpath, several bridges with steep inclines and large cobbles plus walk-around gates.
Please note, postcodes listed are the nearest ones available and for guidance only. Detailed maps can be found at visitleevalley.org.uk/40routes
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Rockets to Woodland 3 miles Summary A circular valley route discovering the explosive history of Sewardstone Marsh’s wet woodland. The route travels west, following the perimeter of Gunpowder Park down to Sewardstone Marsh, looping around the woodland area before heading north back through the centre of Gunpowder Park.
Terrain Surfaced pathways including a small section of grass path and a walk-around gate. Points of interest Gunpowder Park Field Station and bat hibernacula (houses). Car park/Starting point Gunpowder Park car park. (A)
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Waltham Abbey to Tottenham 1
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Summary A figure-of-eight route through Tottenham Marshes discovering the diverse wildlife of this urban jewel. The route loops north around Wild Marsh West and over the river before heading south through Clendish Marsh returning back along the towpath.
Points of interest Community artwork, information panels, wildlife wetland habitat and Bee Orchids (best seen late May to mid June). Car park/Starting point Tottenham Marshes car park. (D)
Terrain Surfaced pathway including towpath, several bridges (with steep inclines and large cobbles) and walk-around gates.
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Marshes and Meadows 5 miles
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Summary A circular route discovering the rich grasslands and wildflowers of this historical site. The route travels south through Gunpowder Park and Sewardstone Marsh, following Section 18 of the London Loop to Swan and Pike Pool. It continues north through Rammey Marsh to Highbridge Street before turning south back to Gunpowder Park. Terrain Surfaced pathways including a section of towpath, several bridges (one with shallow steps), steep slope from towpath to Highbridge Street plus several walk-around gates. Points of interest Gunpowder Park Field Station and Swan and Pike Pool. Bee Orchids (best seen late May to mid June) are a short detour from the route. Car park/Starting point Gunpowder Park car park. (A) Alternatives Rammey Marsh (B) and Swan and Pike Pool (C) car parks.
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Tottenham to River Thames
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Tottenham to River Thames Car parks/Starting points/Public transport Car park/Start point Address/Public transport
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(A) Lee Valley Ice Centre
Lea Bridge Road, Leyton, London E10 7QL Train Station: Clapton - 15 minutes walk Bus: Stagecoach 48, 55, 56
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(B) WaterWorks Nature Reserve & Golf Centre
Lammas Rd, Off Lea Bridge Rd, Leyton, London E10 7NU Yes Train Station: Clapton - 15 minutes walk Bus: Stagecoach 48, 55, 56
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(C) Coppermill
Coppermill Lane, Walthamstow, London E17 7HQ Bus: First Bus W12
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No
21/2 miles
Summary This linear route discovers three hidden wonders steeped with history and wildlife. The route heads south on the road to Bow Creek Ecology Park. Following the pathway through and back, the route then continues south, crossing the road towards the river and Trinity Buoy Wharf before doubling back to East India Dock Basin.
Terrain Surfaced paths including roadside pavements, steps and a road to cross. Points of interest Bow Creek Ecology Park, Trinity Buoy Wharf, East India Dock Basin, wildlife and heritage information panels. Car park/Starting point Canning Town Underground Station.
Please note, postcodes listed are the nearest ones available and for guidance only. Detailed maps can be found at visitleevalley.org.uk/40routes
Planes and Trains 1 mile
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Mills and Thrills 4 miles Points of interest A.V. Roe Arches and Walthamstow Marshes wildflower meadows. Car park/Starting point Lee Valley Ice Centre car park. (A)
Nature's Magic 2 miles Summary A route to discover a magical secret garden packed with history. The route follows the pathways through the WaterWorks and Middlesex Filter Beds Nature Reserves. Terrain Surfaced pathways including a small section of cobbles, wooden boardwalk, grass pathway and several bridges.
Points of interest WaterWorks Nature Reserve and Golf Centre, wildlife garden, bird hide, artwork and boardwalk. Car park/Starting point WaterWorks Nature Reserve & Golf Centre. (B)
Walthamstow Wonders 2 miles Summary A circular route exploring the wildlife and heritage of this spectacular nature reserve. The route heads north through Horseshoe Thicket to Coppermill Fields, returning south along the Lee Valley Pathway and Leyton Marsh. Terrain Surfaced and grass pathways, walkaround gates and cattle grid.
Points of interest Wildlife and heritage information panels, A.V. Roe Arches and Walthamstow Marshes. Car park/Starting point Lee Valley Ice Centre car park. (A) Alternative Coppermill car park (C).
Summary This circular route explores London through time offering a taste of the old and the new. The route follows the paths around Three Mills Island linking to the Greenway and the River Lee returning back to Three Mills.
Points of interest Three Mills Island, Abbey Mills Pumping Station, Yardley Factory, Olympic development site, Old Ford Lock and Bryant and May Factory. Car park/Starting point Bromley-by-Bow Underground Station.
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Terrain Surfaced paths including roadside pavements and some cobbles, steps and roads to cross.
Filtering Back in Time 5 miles Summary An intriguing historical circular route exploring the urban and rural diversity of the area. The route heads north, circling Springfield Park before returning south to Hackney Marshes along the Lee Valley Pathway and west through the Middlesex Filter Beds. Terrain A mixture of surfaced pathways, towpath and grass pathways, walk-around gates, cattle grid and a bridge with steep incline.
Points of interest Wildlife and heritage information panels, A.V. Roe Arches, Springfield Park and viewpoint and Middlesex Filter Beds. The WaterWorks Nature Reserve and Golf Centre is a short detour from the route. Car park/Starting point Lee Valley Ice Centre car park. (A) Alternative Coppermill car park (C).
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Summary A circular wildlife and heritage route around Walthamstow and Leyton Marshes. Terrain Surfaced and grass pathways and boardwalk.
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The Lee Valley
Sport and leisure
Lee Valley Pathway The concept of the Lee Valley Pathway was launched in 1996 to provide a combined use cycling and walking route for the entire length of the Lee Valley Regional Park from Ware in Hertfordshire to East India Dock Basin at the River Thames. Providing direct linkage to most of the park’s venues and to the site of the London 2012 Olympic Games, the pathway wends its way through 25 miles of the Lee Valley’s hugely diverse landscape. From spectacular hill-top vistas, to wetlands, river and lake-side, woodland, farmland and industrial heritage environments, the pathway offers a range of user experiences to cater for all tastes and abilities.
Lee Valley Regional Park also offers a range of sport and leisure activities which complement the picturesque open spaces.
Lee Valley Boat Centre
Lee Valley Athletics Centre
From passenger boats to pedalos, the centre provides a range of boats to explore and discover the River Lee.
The largest indoor and outdoor athletics centre serving London and the South of England. The indoor centre comprises the only indoor 200m track, 60m and 130m sprint straights and full indoor jumps and throws facilities.
Address:
Old Nazeing Road, Broxbourne, Herts EN10 6LX Telephone: 01992 462 085
Address:
Lee Valley Park Farms
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The Lea Valley Walk is one of the finest and most varied walking routes around the capital, and an excellent way to get out of (and into) London. It offers 50 miles of traffic-free walking, tracing the route of the River Lea from its source at Leagrave near Luton to where it meets with the Thames in east London. As it follows the river it undergoes a fascinating metamorphosis from rural pathway to urban trail. So whether you choose to walk for health, get some fresh air or experience the wildlife or simply explore heritage attractions, escape to the country or discover your surroundings, the Lea Valley Walk offers it all. Some of the sections are very short. Yet these stretches often contain much heritage
and countryside to enjoy - such as the one mile between Cheshunt and Waltham Abbey. Thanks to the many railway stations alongside the park, between Ware and London, the walk can be reached easily. This is a walk that can be enjoyed by everybody from the keen long-distance walker to those with young children or those new to taking exercise.
Address:
Stubbins Hall Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex EN9 2EF Telephone: 01992 892 781
outer London, promoted in sections and connected to public transport. There are also 40 miles of the Green Chain Walk which connects 300 open spaces in South-east London. Watch out for Walk London's website for updates and a calendar of events.
WaterWorks Golf Centre An 18 hole, par 3 course in the heart of a fantastic heritage nature reserve. All levels of golf tuition available including lessons for all ages. Address:
Lee Valley White Water Centre Host venue for the London 2012 Games Canoe Slalom events. A world class white water centre for rafting and canoeing. Address:
Station Road, Waltham Cross, Herts EN9 1AB Telephone: 08456 770 606
Lee Valley Golf Course An 18 hole parkland course offering a challenge to players of all handicaps, members and non-members alike. An interesting and cleverly designed course with water in play on 10 holes.
Walk London If you are inspired to explore other walks in London take a look at Walk London, www.walklondon.org.uk where you will find information on the five other designated Strategic Walks in the network of promoted walks in London. The Thames Path, Jubilee Walkway, the Capital Ring and London Loop, which are circular walks round inner and
A traditional style farmyard with a wide variety of rare breed farm animals, small pets, tractor and trailer rides to the working dairy farm and play areas for all the family to enjoy.
Address:
Lee Valley Leisure Complex, Meridian Way, Edmonton, London N9 0AR Telephone: 020 8803 3611
Lammas Road (off Lea Bridge Road), Leyton, London E10 7QB Telephone: 020 8988 7566
Lee Valley Ice Centre A 56m by 26m ice pad that provides ice skating for all levels and abilities, from beginners to international competitors. The centre holds public sessions seven days a week and a learn to skate programme for children and adults. Address:
Lea Bridge Road, Leyton, London E10 7QL Telephone: 020 8533 3154
Lee Valley Riding Centre The centre offers qualified instruction for all, from beginners to advanced riders in a safe and friendly atmosphere. It also specialises in group and private lessons in its floodlit outdoor and indoor arenas. Address:
Lea Bridge Road, Leyton, London E10 7QL Telephone: 020 8556 2629
All details correct at time of printing – December 2012.
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Lea Valley Walk
Lee Valley Leisure Complex, 61 Meridian Way, Edmonton, London N9 0AR Telephone: 020 8344 7230
Ware to Waltham Abbey Waltham Abbey to Tottenham Tottenham to River Thames Lee Valley Regional Park Authority Myddelton House, Bulls Cross, Enfield EN2 9HG 08456 770 600 l visitleevalley.org.uk l @LeeValleyPark