Following the New River

Walks, England, Greater London, Hackney
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Following the New River

Haringey, London

by jakubdolejs

  • 3 hours / 9.5km
  • 102

A stroll through North London following the course of the New River – an early 17th century canal that brought drinking water to Londoners.

  • Water feature
  • Great views
  • Public transport
  • Picnic spot
  • History
  • Dog friendly

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  1. Starting at Wood Green Underground station, walk south past the hum of retail.

    Step 1: Starting at Wood Green Underground station, walk south past the hum of retail.

  2. Step 2: Walk south on the high street. Turn right on Alexandra Road.

  3. Step 3: Turn right onto Turnpike Lane, then left on Wightman Road. Pass the mosque on your right and cross the street to join the river path.

  4. You have now joined the river path. NOV 24: we’ve had reports the gate was locked here. Walk along Wightman Road and rejoin at step 6 if so.

    Step 4: You have now joined the river path. NOV 24: we’ve had reports the gate was locked here. Walk along Wightman Road and rejoin at step 6 if so.

  5. Continue along the New River.

    Step 5: Continue along the New River.

  6. Step 6: Cross the river and exit the path onto Wightman Road. Continue then turn left onto Seymour Road.

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