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Join us for a serene and scenic 20km walk starting from Enfield Lock at 10:30 AM, meandering along tranquil paths along the River Lea. This is a flat walk (no hills), we will visit Walthamstow Wetlands, Hackney Marshes, QE Olympic Park. A wonderful blend of riverside trails, peaceful greenery, and opportunities to connect with nature. Lets take it easy and go with the flow. We will be passing close to many train stations if you want to do a shorter walk.
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#### Key Details
Meeting Point:
- Meet directly at Enfield Lock Station (TFL zone 6) by 10:30 AM to start the walk.
Walk Details:
- Starting from Enfield Lock, the route takes us along River Lea, and around the Walthamstow Wetlands, Hackney Marshes, and QE Olympic Park, with picturesque views throughout.
- The walk includes a lunch break, bring a packed meal.
- You'll need a moderate walking pace of 2.5 miles per hour.
- The walk ends around 4 pm PM in Stratford with an optional stop for refreshments before heading home.
- End Point Stratford Train Station
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#### What to Bring
- Packed lunch.
- Plenty of water, snacks, and any personal essentials.
- Waterproof jacket and sturdy walking shoes or trainers.
- Spare socks (helpful for longer walks).
- A positive attitude and readiness for a beautiful day out!
- The walk is free.
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The trains leaving Liverpool Street Station take 30-35 mins to reach Enfield Lock. Trains also leave Stratford and take approx 20 mins. The train at 10 from stratford will arrive at 10.21 and the one from Liverpool Street just after 10.12 will arrive at 10.34, which is fine.
- Arrival at Enfield Lock 10.30 AM
- You can do this trip on Oyster
Trains also come from Tottenham Hale (Victoria Line) Alternatively, you can drive to Enfield Lock and park nearby. Enfield Lock is very close to the M25 (junction 25). Side roads are normally free parking - please ensure to check. There are direct trains from Stratford.
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#### Safety & Etiquette
Please bear in mind this is a free of charge, self-guided trip with a hobby group. It is not organized by a business nor any entity with commercial purposes.
Any trip details, travel advice, route planning, instructions and other content in our group merely represent our shared personal knowledge, research and suggestions as outdoor enthusiasts. As this is no business, there is no "product", "service" or "package" and also no "tour guide", "operator" or "walk leader". Each participant is responsible for their own safety.
TRAVEL, ACCOMMODATION, INSURANCE
Although we provide detailed suggestions, each participant is expected to arrange their own travel - this gives everyone the freedom and choice. Anyone interested in travel or outdoor insurance should also arrange this on their own. As mentioned above we always take extreme precautions, but some people may still feel safer if covered.
As most of our trips are confirmed or postponed very close to the event date - heavily depending on the weather forecasts - we advise not to buy this until the last minute. People getting tickets from the same station are encouraged to meet early on the day to benefit from discounts such as GroupSave or you may consider purchasing a Network railcard (⅓ off) if you plan on doing this regularly.
- Ensure you have appropriate insurance for outdoor activities.
- Share photos only with consent.
- Respect nature and others on the walk.
Any questions, feel free to ask below or send a private message!
