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Places to visit

From getting active and world class sporting facilities to exploring nature and wildlife at our open spaces there's lots to see and do.

Check out the different categories below:

Green spaces in the park

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

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

Meadow on at Gunpowder Park

Gunpowder Park

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

Willow over the river at nazing

Nazeing Meads

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

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

Peacock butterfly

Turnford Brook

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

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

Water Vole eat a leaf

Rye Meads Nature Reserve

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

View of the hill

Clayton Hill

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

Sun through Fishers Green

Fishers Green

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

aerial view over the lake

Hooks Marsh

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

Open spaces with statues

Pindar

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

Aerial view of Sewardstone marsh

Sewardstone

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

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

View over Tumbling Bay

Amwell nature reserve

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

View of the sign at The Paddock

The Paddock

Small open space in Tottenham with great community events

View over the Weir

Dobbs Weir

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

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

View over the filter beds

Middlesex Filter Beds

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

Picture of a orchid

Rammey Marsh

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

Sun over a field

Tottenham Marshes

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

View of the meadow over WaterWork Centre

WaterWorks Centre and nature reserve

Enjoy the peace and tranquility of this north London nature reserve

Litter pickers at Cody Dock sign

Cody Dock

A creative industries quarter with community gardens and footpaths.

View over Walthamstow Wetlands

Walthamstow Wetlands

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

Gardens

Sun shining on the Comos

Myddelton House Gardens

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

View of Forty Hall over the lake

Forty Hall

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

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

Rock garden at Capel Manor

Capel Manor Gardens

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

Historical sites

Walking path at Broxbourne

Broxbourne Old Mill and Meadows

See history and nature come together

View of Rye House Gate House

Rye House Gatehouse

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

Rock garden at Capel Manor

Capel Manor Gardens

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

Inside of the Markfield Beam Museum

Markfield Beam Engine and Museum

Head back to steam power days at this historic building

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

Aerial view of Three Mills green

Three Mills Island

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

View of the Museum from the outside

Epping Forest District Museum

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

View of the Mills in the winter time

Royal Gunpowder Mills

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

Sun shining on the Comos

Myddelton House Gardens

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

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

View of Forty Hall over the lake

Forty Hall

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

Waltham Abbey Church

Waltham Abbey Church

Discover the amazing history of this Augustinian landmark

Sports venues

Person's legs wearing beige trousers and white shoe with putter

Golf

Par 3 golf course with water hazard feature

Kids being coached on the outside tennis courts

Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre

Pick up a hockey stick or racket at this great sports venue - there's pickleball too!

Kids at the starting line of the BMX track

Lee Valley VeloPark

Lap the track and soak up the atmosphere of this London 2012 venue

View over the lake with kayaks

Herts Young Mariners Base

Set in River Lee Country Park, this centre is known for its open water swimming sessions

view over the indoor running track

Lee Valley Athletics Centre

You can try your hand at a range of athletic activities all in one place

outside Lee Valley Ice Centre

Lee Valley Ice Centre

Head down to the coolest place in town and take to the rink, pump some iron or just chill out

Aerial view of Lee Valley White Water Centre

Lee Valley White Water Centre

Watch the rapids roll as you soak up the atmosphere at this iconic venue

Narrowboat along the river

Lee Valley Boat Centre

Set on the banks of the River Lee, you can explore the waterways by boat with all the family

Man on the putting greens

Lee Valley Golf Course

Test out the greens on this tricky but fun golf course in north London

Man posing with equeuisan simulator

Lee Valley Riding Centre

The perfect place for horse lovers in London! There are sessions for every level

Group of children on a raft building session

ESSA Water Activities Centre

Get your paddles at the ready, this watersports centre has a range of activities

Sun setting over the Meadows in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

A hub of culture, art, sport and nature in Stratford, east London

Places to stay

View over the river at Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite

Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite, Broxbourne

You can get the wild feeling with a few of the home comforts

Woman with bike at camp site

Lee Valley Caravan Park, Dobbs Weir

Set in the heart of River Lee Country Park, this campsite is the perfect pitch for outdoor adventures

two girl running out of tipi tent

Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park, Edmonton

Camp in the capital with this north London campsite with great connections to the centre

view of the reception at Sewardstone campsite

Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone

All the best of city breaks and countryside escapes come together at this campsite

Our marinas

House boats moving along the river

Lee Valley Marina, Springfield

Set in the heart of north London, our marina and chandlery is great for all your boating needs

View of boats on the river

Lee Valley Marina, Stanstead Abbotts

You will find this marina with full workshop as well as a chandlery on site

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People looking at a directional signpost in park

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Peacock Butterfly

Spotlight on spring wildlife

Take a read of the different wildlife you can spot in the park this spring

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English Tourism Week 13 - 22 March 2026

English Tourism Week 13 - 22 March 2026

English Tourism Week 2026 - free prize draw

Celebrate English Tourism Week with our exclusive prize draw to win one of two fantastic prizes.

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Upcoming events

poster for the trail

The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Trail

Date: 21 March - 30 June

Walthamstow Wetlands

Toddler in a den

Nature Tots Forest School

Date: 13 April - 13 July

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Walthamstow Wetlands

Image of people nordic walking with poles

Introduction Into Nordic Walking - 4 week programme (7 - 28 May)

Date: 7 - 28 May

Time: 10:30 - 12:00

Lee Valley White Water Centre

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