One of many guided walks that take place in Lee Valley Regional Park
Wallet-friendly wellbeing in Lee Valley this winter
Release date:
10 January 2023
There are plenty of wallet-friendly ways to keep active and boost your wellbeing in Lee Valley Regional Park this winter.
There are plenty of wallet-friendly ways to keep active and boost your wellbeing in Lee Valley Regional Park this winter. Whether it’s exploring the park on foot with our guided and self-led walks or discovering the wildlife which spends winter in the Lee Valley – our guide to winter in the Lee Valley promises plenty of feel-good fresh air and endorphins without impacting the health of your wallet.
Sensory walks – January, February and March dates
2023 marks the launch of our new sensory walks which include sensory highlights throughout the route. Sensory walks allow you to use your senses to connect with your surroundings whilst you stay active.
Taking part in this activity will help you to meet other people, explore the use of your senses and support your health and fitness.
The walks are designed for those with disabilities but can be enjoyed by everyone.
When: 13 January, 10 February, 10 March - all walks start at 11:00. Thereafter this walk will run every second Friday of each month
Where: Bowyers Water, River Lee Country Park. Meet at Lee Valley White Water Centre reception (EN9 1AB)
Cost: FREE. Advance booking preferred but not required. More info at visitleevalley.org.uk
The length of this walk is 3km (two miles) and can take between 45 minutes up to one hour. Part of this walk is along unsurfaced foot paths and is not suitable for wheelchairs or buggies. Much of this walk is next to water
Waltham Abbey Gardens Sensory Walk
When: 20 January, 17 February, 17 March - all walks start at 11:00. Thereafter this walk will run every third Friday of each month
Where: Waltham Abbey Gardens (EN9 1XQ). Meet at Waltham Abbey Gardens car park
Cost: FREE. Advance booking preferred but not required. More info at visitleevalley.org.uk
The length of this walk is 1km (0.6 miles) and can take between 30 - 45 minutes. The walk is fully accessible and can be completed on foot, using a wheelchair or walker, and can be taken at the pace of the participant
When: 31 January, 28 February, 28 March - all walks start at 11:00. Thereafter this walk will run every last Tuesday of each month
Where: Gunpowder Park (EN9 3GP). Meet at Gunpowder Park car park
Cost: FREE. Advance booking preferred but not required. More info at visitleevalley.org.uk
The length of this walk is 3km (two miles) and can take between 45 minutes up to one hour. The walk is fully accessible and can be completed on foot, using a wheelchair or walker, and can be taken at the pace of the participant
Guided walks – January, February and March dates
Our guided walks are a great way to meet new people and explore the park with one of our experienced volunteers leading the way. Routes are carefully planned to include plenty of points of interest, opportunities to spot wildlife and rest stops along the way.
When: 15 January, 11:00
Where: Fishers Green, River Lee Country Park. Meet at Fishers Green car park, EN9 2EF
Cost: FREE
When: 22 January, 11:00
Where: Three Mills Island. Meet outside The House Mill, The Miller’s House, Three Mill Lane, London E3 3DU.
Cost: FREE
When: 19 February, 11:00
Where: Tottenham Marshes. Meet at Tottenham Marshes car park off Watermead Way just north of Tottenham Hale train station. Nearest postcode: N17 0XB
Cost: FREE. More information and booking at visitleevalley.org.uk
The length of this walk is 5.3km (3.4 miles) and can take around 2 hours. Part of this walk is along unsurfaced foot paths and is not suitable for wheelchairs or buggies.
When: 26 March, 11:00
Where: Dobbs Weir. Meet at Dobbs Weir car park. Nearest postcode: EN11 0AY
Cost: FREE. More information and booking at visitleevalley.org.uk
The length of this walk is 5.2km (3.2 miles) and can take around two and a half hours. Some of this walk is on muddy or uneven footpaths and is not suitable for wheelchairs or buggies.
Thereafter these walks will run every month.
Self-led walks
We have a range of easy to follow walking routes throughout the 26 mile long park. Simply choose the location, distance and terrain to suit your needs.
More information can be found at visitleevalley.org.uk
Befriending walks
Launching in February, Lee Valley’s Walking Befriending Service will provide volunteer befrienders to accompany visitors on short walks in our stunning open spaces.
This free service is designed to help people who would like to benefit from regular exercise but feel nervous going out by themselves.
Lee Valley would love to hear from you if you feel you could benefit from this service or if you would like to get involved as a volunteer befriender.
Reconnect with nature
Lee Valley is renowned for its diverse habitats that teem with wildlife. Head into the park this winter and you’ll discover plenty of feathered visitors from the illusive Bittern to overwintering ducks.
Our wildlife highlights include:
Bittern – it’s breeding time, listen for the males’ booming call to attract a mate
Overwintering ducks – we’ve had over 10,000 in previous years. Keep an eye out for Goosander, Smew and Goldeneye
Otter – they can be hard to spot at Seventy Acres Lake in River Lee Country Park but have a look
Kingfisher – watch out for the flash of cobalt blue as they skim over the water
Fieldfare and Redwing (winter thrushes) – they feed on the winter berries
Wigeon and Snipe – you’ll see them in wet grassland habitats
For more information and details of our best winter wildlife spots visit visitleevalley.org.uk.
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