Walk Back in Time
Route facts
Waterways:
River Lee »
Distance: 4.97 / 8
Duration: 3.5 hours
Circular route from: Lee Valley Ice Centre
This is a fascinating circular walk which explores the history and urban and rural diversity of part of the Lee Valley Regional Park. There is much to discover, including a medieval marsh, a disused Copper Mill, a leaf shaped bridge and stunning panoramic views. You will also see lots of wildlife.
Walking up hill or down dale couldn't be easier in the Lee Valley Regional Park. From flat surfaced way-marked paths, to grass country tracks, the Park has a variety of walking opportunities for all abilities.The gradient of this walk is gentle to moderate. There route consists or mainly surfaced paths although these can become very muddy across Walthamstow Marsh. Along the way, there are picnic tables, a cafe and pubs. Toilets are located in Springfield Park.
Getting there
Parking: There is parking at the beginning of the route, in the middle and towards the end.
Public transport: Clapton Station is close to the Ice Centre.
Waypoints
2. Lee Valley Ice Centre to Lee Valley Marina
geology and resulting status as a Regionally Important Geological Site. There is a Tree Trail and a Conservatory, which is open from 11:00 – 14:30. If you look to the north west, you will be able to see the unusual gothic spire of the Cathedral Church of the Good Shepherd in Rockwood Road. After passing the café beside the River Lee, you will only need to walk a short distance along the route before you arrive at Lee Valley Marina (Springfield).
3. Lee Valley Marina to Lee Valley Riding Centre
osts to identify their boundaries, two of which can be seen at Vestry House Museum, Walthamstow. The marsh was designated a Site of Special Interest in 1985. Continuing along the route, you will come to an aqueduct, which used to supply water from Walthamstow Reservoirs to Essex Filter Beds. The aqueduct has been in-filled and landscaped to create a path with a view for walkers and cyclists. You will walk under Lea Bridge Road and on the northern side you can see the remains of the massive base stones which helped to support the original bridge. After a short walk, you will arrive at the Lee Valley Riding Centre.
4. Lee Valley Riding Centre to Princess of Wales Public House
e the impression of a mini Stonehenge. They are called Natures Throne or ‘Hackney Henge’ to locals and were the base blocks which held down the massive steam engine called ‘The Victoria’. You may also see Chinese Mitten Crabs, Reed Bunting, Coots, Moorhens and Herons together with a large selection of wildflowers, such as Rosebay, Willowherb and Coltsfoot. It is open at weekends and Bank Holidays. A short walk along the river will bring you to the Princess of Wales Public House, which is only a short distance from the Lee Valley Ice Centre.
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