Explore the Lea Valley

Walks, Collections, Transport for London

Follows the Lee Navigation towpath all the way from Waltham Abbey to the Thames at Limehouse Basin. Split into six lovely sections.

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    Lea Valley Walk Section 1

    Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire

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    1hr 20m / 5.7km
    The first section of the Lea Valley Walk, connecting Waltham Cross to Ponders End. A quiet stroll down the River Lee Navigation.
    Wildlife Water feature Great views Refreshments Public transport Child friendly
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    Lea Valley Walk Section 2

    Enfield, London

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    1hr 20m / 6.5km
    The second section of the Lea Valley Walk offers open spaces, historical sites and distant views of Canary Wharf.
    Wildlife Water feature Great views Public transport Dog friendly Child friendly
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    Lea Valley Walk Section 3

    Tottenham, London

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    40 minutes / 3.2km
    The third section of the Lea Valley Walk takes in Markfield Park, Springfield Park & Marina as well as Walthamstow Marshes Nature Reserve.
    Water feature Great views Refreshments Public transport Picnic spot Child friendly
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    Lea Valley Walk Section 4

    Hackney, London

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    1hr 30m / 5.1km
    The fourth section of the Lea Valley Walk passes narrow boats, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park & recent developments of the Lower Lea.
    Water feature Refreshments Public transport History Dog friendly Child friendly
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    Lea Valley Walk Section 5

    Docklands, London

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    1 hour / 3.2km
    This fifth section of the Lea Valley Walk includes the attractive and historic Three Mills as well as the Limehouse Cut canal.
    Water feature Great views Public transport History Dog friendly Child friendly
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    Lea Valley Walk Section 6

    Docklands, London

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    1 hour / 3.2km
    The sixth section of the Lea Valley Walk, welcomes great views of the O2 and finishes at East India Dock and Trinity Buoy Wharf.
    Water feature Great views Public transport History Dog friendly Child friendly

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