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Green spaces

From getting active to exploring nature and wildlife in our open spaces, there’s lots to do.

Check out the different categories below:

Green spaces 

People walking around the pathway

Bow Creek Ecology Park

Escape the city on this little green island, just a short walk from Canning Town station

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Aerial vie over the Thames to the O2

East India Dock Basin

The furthest southern point in the park where you can enjoy views over the Thames to The O2

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Meadow on at Gunpowder Park

Gunpowder Park

This former MOD is site in now a wonderful open space with paved routes and varied habitiats

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Willow over the river at nazing

Nazeing Meads

Watersports, fisheries and wildlife are a 10 minute walk from Dobbs Weir

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View of the river with house boats and people walking up the tow path

River Lee Country Park

1,000 acre park crossing over Essex and Hertfordshire packed full of fun, flora and fauna

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Peacock butterfly

Turnford Brook

With waterbodies, wildlife and picnic benches this is a great place to get away from it all

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Group of bird watchers in the wildlife discovery centre

Wildlife Discovery Centre

This state of the art hide with a Discovery Room and tower give you a spectacular view over Seventy Acres Lake

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Image of a bench painted with different bugs you find in the park

River Lea Art Trail

Nine beautifully designed upcycled benches have popped up along the Ware to Hertford towpath

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View over Walthamstow Wetlands

Walthamstow Wetlands

Run by London Wildlife Trust, connect with nature in north London

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View of the hill

Clayton Hill

Visit this stunning viewpoint and take in the sights of the park and the Lee Valley

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Sun through Fishers Green

Fishers Green

A hub in the middle of River Lee Country Park with sculptures to find and wildlife to see

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aerial view over the lake

Hooks Marsh

With multiple lakes, this is perfect for nature lovers who are fascinated by waterfowl

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Open spaces with statues

Pindar

Close to Cheshunt station this is a great spot to escape the city, with watersports and YHA on site

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Aerial view of Sewardstone marsh

Sewardstone

Explore this woodland area of the park on the edge of London with a campsite nearby

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View over the marshes with two people walking in a field

Walthamstow Marshes

Discover the different wildlife and habitats in the capital in this wonderful open space

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View over Tumbling Bay

Amwell nature reserve

Once a gravel pit, today a haven bustling with wildlife all year round

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Water Vole eat a leaf

Rye Meads Nature Reserve

This stunning nature reserve is run by RSPB and is close to Rye House Gatehouse

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View over the Weir

Dobbs Weir

Explore the numerous walking routes and waterways with a campsite near by

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View through the reeds and over the river

Glen Faba

A short walk from Dobbs Weir, you'll find this secluded area of grassland and reedbeds

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View over the filter beds

Middlesex Filter Beds

Come and see this 19th century water filtration, now a wildlife habitat

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Picture of a orchid

Rammey Marsh

Wildlife such as Water Voles, Bee Orchids and Pipistrelle bats can all be spotted

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Sun over a field

Tottenham Marshes

An urban escape in the heart of Tottenham with passionate community groups

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View of the meadow over WaterWork Centre

WaterWorks Centre and nature reserve

Enjoy the peace and tranquility of this north London nature reserve

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Litter pickers at Cody Dock sign

Cody Dock

A creative industries quarter with community gardens and footpaths.

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View of the sign at The Paddock

The Paddock

Small open space in Tottenham with great community events

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Gardens

Sun shining on the Comos

Myddelton House Gardens

A hidden gem in the Enfield that gives a whole new meaning to secret garden

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View of Forty Hall over the lake

Forty Hall

A beautiful Jacobean manor house set in the heart of this leafy Enfield estate

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View of the Church and the open spaces at Waltham Abbey Gardens

Waltham Abbey Gardens & Cornmill Meadows

These historic gardens are packed full of stories and nature

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Rock garden at Capel Manor

Capel Manor Gardens

This great Enfield garden is a home to horticulture and teaching plus fun days out

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Historical sites 

Walking path at Broxbourne

Broxbourne Old Mill and Meadows

See history and nature come together

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View of Rye House Gate House

Rye House Gatehouse

One of the first brick built houses in England, packed full of history and mystery

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Rock garden at Capel Manor

Capel Manor Gardens

This great Enfield garden is a home to horticulture and teaching plus fun days out

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Inside of the Markfield Beam Museum

Markfield Beam Engine and Museum

Head back to steam power days at this historic building

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Aerial vie over the Thames to the O2

East India Dock Basin

The furthest southern point in the park where you can enjoy views over the Thames to The O2

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Aerial view of Three Mills green

Three Mills Island

Visit the historic tidal mill and enjoy the green open space right next door

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View of the Museum from the outside

Epping Forest District Museum

Learn about the people and events that shaped the history of the area

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View of the Mills in the winter time

Royal Gunpowder Mills

Explore the Mills' explosive history and see how nature has reclaimed this site

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Sun shining on the Comos

Myddelton House Gardens

A hidden gem in the Enfield that gives a whole new meaning to secret garden

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View of the Church and the open spaces at Waltham Abbey Gardens

Waltham Abbey Gardens & Cornmill Meadows

These historic gardens are packed full of stories and nature

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View of Forty Hall over the lake

Forty Hall

A beautiful Jacobean manor house set in the heart of this leafy Enfield estate

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Waltham Abbey Church

Waltham Abbey Church

Discover the amazing history of this Augustinian landmark

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Upcoming events

The Music is Black Festival poster
The Music is Black

Date: running until 3 January 2027

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Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

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people walking along a path in summer
Lifewalk - Lee Valley Regional Park Open Spaces - 31 July

Date: 31 July

Time: 10:00

Lee Valley Regional Park

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Poster for event
Garry Pease – A Tribute to Rod Stewart - Live On The Terrace

Date: 31 July

Time: 18:30

Lee Valley White Water Centre

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