Spring stroll around Stratford

Photo: Jason Hawkins

Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park is national and international sport and leisure destination as well as an exciting cultural and residential area of the capital.

The London Legacy Development Corporation manages part of the park whilst the Lee Valley Regional Park Authority manages the northern part (including Lee Valley VeloPark and Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre).

Starting this walk in the south at Three Mills you will find out about the now filming studio to the Victorian Pumping House on the green way. We will make our way onto the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park were you will find some of the hidden gems in the park whilst spotting some of the most iconic Olympic sporting venues, including the London Stadium home to West Ham Football Club (previously known as the Olympic Stadium) and the London Aquatics Centre.

The park has more than just sport on offer! The pleasure gardens are a delight to walk through and should have a wealth of wildlife on display.

Walk Info

• The length of this walk is 7.2km (4.5 miles) and can take between 2 to 3 hours

• Part of this walk is along unsurfaced footpaths and is not suitable for wheelchairs or buggies

• There is three hours free parking in the nearby Tesco car park but be aware you need to purchase something in Tesco and ensure you stay is no longer than three hours

• The meeting point for this walk is outside The House Mill, The Miller’s House, Three Mill Ln, London E3 3DU

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Essential Info

• Car park charges apply

• All ages are welcome

• Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a lead

• Please wear suitable clothing for the weather and sturdy shoes for walking

• If you are interested in wildlife and iconic Olympic venues, bring your binoculars to get a better look

• Please bring some water and a snack to keep energised

Getting here

Plan your journey – Postcode E3 3DU

Parking restrictions: There is three hours free parking in the nearby Tesco car park but be aware you need to purchase something in Tesco and ensure the walk is no longer than three hours.