London Loop Section 22

Walks, England, Greater London, Havering
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London Loop Section 22

Harold Wood to Upminster Bridge

by londonramblers

  • 1hr 45m / 6.8km
  • 414

Explore the valley of the River Ingrebourne on this peaceful and nature rich walk on the edge of east London.

  • Wildlife
  • Water feature
  • Public transport
  • Dog friendly

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  1. Step 1: A four mile walk along the valley of the River Ingrebourne through woodland and fields. Generally easy walking but with a rather noisy link section by busy roads. The waymarking is very good.

  2. Turn left as you come out of the Gubbins Lane exit from Harold Wood Station. Cross the bridge over the railway. Turn left into Oak Road.

    Step 2: Turn left as you come out of the Gubbins Lane exit from Harold Wood Station. Cross the bridge over the railway. Turn left into Oak Road.

  3. Walk along Oak Road and then take the third turning on the right into Archibald Road.

    Step 3: Walk along Oak Road and then take the third turning on the right into Archibald Road.

  4. Go through the barrier and along the gravel road passing allotments on your left.

    Step 4: Go through the barrier and along the gravel road passing allotments on your left.

  5. At the end of the road turn right into Squirrels Heath Road.

    Step 5: At the end of the road turn right into Squirrels Heath Road.

  6. After a short distance turn left into Brinsmead Road. Use the pedestrian lights a little further on to cross the main road.

    Step 6: After a short distance turn left into Brinsmead Road. Use the pedestrian lights a little further on to cross the main road.

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