Wanstead to Royal Docks

Walk preview

1. Step 1: Uncover a whole world of urban nature on four new walking routes in London brought to you in partnership with Footways and supported by the Mayor of London and Transport for London.

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   Step 2: Start at Forest Gate, now on the Elizabeth Line, only 11 minutes from Liverpool Street station.

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   Step 3: Pass the Victorian clock tower, once also a fountain, still in use.

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   Step 4: Or start at Wanstead Park on the Overground. Continue past the overground on Woodgrange Road, looking out for Wanstead Flats on the right.

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   Step 5: Wanstead Flats is a large area of open grass in the south of Epping Forest, and perfect for sports, picnics and enjoying nature.

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   Step 6: It's a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a great place to watch meadow pipits and skylarks, famous for their song.