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Walking and running

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You can explore the park step by step with these routes and places to explore. 

View of outside of veldrome building at Lee Valley VeloPark
Road to Gold

Take a short cycling around Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Grey Heron sat on river banks
Waterbird Discovery Trail

Discover more about the waterbirds of the Lee Valley

Child climbing on sculpture with large white flower
The Artway Route 3

This shorter route is perfect for little ones to pedal and play

Wildflowers at Bowe Creek Ecology Park
Three Hidden Gems

Discovers three hidden wonders steeped with history and wildlife

Two small children on bikes cycling in open green space
The Artway Route 1

Explore the artworks in the the lower part of River Lee Country Park

Pink and purple Orchid
Rammey Ramble

A circular route that explores the Bee Orchids of Rammey Marsh

Person on a bike cycling along a gravel pathway
Golden Circle

Start your cycling journey at the historic Lee Valley VeloPark

Meadow with blue sky
Urban Oasis

Discover the diverse wildlife of this urban jewel

Narrowboats moored against river bank
Pedaller's Paradise

This longer route is great for seeing the legacy and history of the park

Two cyclists on pathway
Fishers Green Foray

A long circular route taking in the sights and sounds of River Lee Country Park

Buildings at Three Mill with water in front of them
Mills and Thrills

Follow the paths around Three Mills Island linking to the Greenway and the River Lee

Large grey entrance monolith at Gunpowder Park
Explosive Pedal Power

See the different habitats that now stand in this former testing site

Tree trunks in wet woodland habitat
Gunpowder Woodland Trail

Explore the wet woodland and wildlife of Gunpowder Park

Otter looking over a log
Otter Discovery Trail

Discover the habitat and behaviour of one of England’s best loved mammals

Grounds with Waltham Abbey Church in the background
Monks and Meadows

A picturesque route from the town centre into the surrounding countryside

Small child playing on natural play sculpture
The Artway Route 2

Discover many of our wonderful artworks perfect for both young and old to enjoy

Purple flowers in front of willow dome
Nature's Magic

The route goes through Waterworks and Middlesex Filter Beds nature reserves

View of lake with river bank vegetation and trees
Farm and Wetland Trail

A circular route takes you around wetlands of River Lee Country Park

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Upcoming events

Boy ice skating
Festive Ice Skating Sessions

Date: 7 December - 5 January

Lee Valley Ice Centre

Poster for art workshops
RTSY Christmas Art Workshops

Date: 19 - 20 December

Time: 10:30 - 15:00

Myddelton House Gardens

Pindar picnic area
Lifewalk - Pindar - 20 December

Date: 20 December

Time: 10:00

River Lee Country Park

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