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Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre is home to world class hockey and tennis facilities! From pitch and court hire to tennis courses this is the perfect place to test your swing. Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre Leadmill Lane, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London E20 3AD Open times vary throughout year - view current opening times > Pick up and play with outstanding tennis and hockey facilities on Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford. Contact us LVhockeyandtennis@gll.org 03000 030 614 Facilities Get your game on! Whether you’re just starting your journey with sports or are more experienced, Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre offers outstanding opportunities for you to play. For tennis lovers we’ve got lessons available for both adults and children or hire an indoor or outdoor court for a friendly match. If it’s hockey you’re into, groups and clubs can book to play on two World and Olympic standard pitches. Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre also hosts international matches where you can see the world’s top players compete. This venue is operated by Better on behalf of Lee Valley Regional Park Authority. Go to venue's main website > Highlights Tennis lessons Improve your game with lessons from our team of qualified coaches. Discover more > Pay and play With six outdoor and four indoor courts there's plenty of opportunity to take to the courts. See more > Grants funding visits for groups, schools and communities We know that some people and groups may find it hard to afford the activities that Lee Valley Regional Park offers. We have two programmes which we hope help remove these barriers: Community Access Fund : offering free access or travel to the park's venues or services Communities Grant Scheme : provides financial assistance for long term projects Find out about our grants > Broadening participation in hockey and tennis Since London 2012 we've been working hard to ensure this venue delivers a legacy - both to the local community as well as to fans and elite athletes. Find out how we've how we've broadened participation in hockey and tennis. Find out more > Things nearby The Line Explore the city with this artwork trail See more > Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park A hub of culture, art, sport and nature in Stratford, east London See more > Bow Creek Ecology Park Escape the city on this little green island, just a short walk from Canning Town station See more > Lee Valley VeloPark Lap the track and soak up the atmosphere of this London 2012 venue See more > Take a read of our blog Spotlight on... summer wildlife See the summer wildlife and fauna highlights in our 10,000 acre park Jun 1, 2025 Love cycling Discover the best cycling experiences in Lee Valley Regional Park this #BikeMonth! From scenic family friendly routes to adrenalin pumping sessions at Lee Valley VeloPark, get tips, bike hire info, and route ideas for all skill levels. Perfect for summer adventures! Jun 1, 2025 English Tourism Week 2026 - free prize draw Celebrate English Tourism Week with our exclusive prize draw to win one of two fantastic prizes. Mar 12 Upcoming events FIH Hockey Pro League Date: 17 - 18 June Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre See more > Family Funday Date: 20 June Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Waltham Abbey Gardens See more > Non Contact Boxing and Fitness Date: 20 June Time: 11:00 Upshire See more >

Diesel Form to comply with guidelines received from HM Revenue and Customs, are required to include additional duty, payable on all Red Diesel (Gas Oil) used for propelling the vessel. Diesel Form As from 23 February 2009, Lee Valley Marina – Stanstead Abbotts in accordance with guidelines received from HM Revenue and Customs, are required to include additional duty, payable on all Red Diesel (Gas Oil) used for propelling the vessel. First name Last name Street Address City Region/State/Province Postal / Zip code Street Address Line 2 Country Country Select a date Diesel amount (litres) What percentage of fuel purchased do you declare will be used for propelling a private pleasure craft? Choose an option I declare that diesel purchased in Jerry/fuel cans is being used for the purpose of I am aware that the Hydrocarbon Oil Duties Act 1979, which permits the use of marked diesel to propel private pleasure craft, only applies within UK waters. I acknowledge that nothing in that Act, or the making of this declaration, affects any restrictions or prohibitions that may apply to the use of the fuel for propelling private pleasure craft outside UK waters, including any restrictions or prohibitions under the law of another member state that apply within the waters of that member state. Your Signature Clear Submit > Thank you for your Diesel Form submission. Your order is being processed. Take a read of our blog Spotlight on... summer wildlife See the summer wildlife and fauna highlights in our 10,000 acre park Jun 1, 2025 Love cycling Discover the best cycling experiences in Lee Valley Regional Park this #BikeMonth! From scenic family friendly routes to adrenalin pumping sessions at Lee Valley VeloPark, get tips, bike hire info, and route ideas for all skill levels. Perfect for summer adventures! Jun 1, 2025 Keep the park clean and green – take litter home with you! Litter is a growing problem, affecting 90% of the places people visit—damaging landscapes, harming wildlife and putting pressure on our parks. Read our blog to find out what classes as litter, what we're doing and how you can help May 27 Upcoming events The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Trail Date: 21 March - 30 June Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Nature Tots Forest School Date: 13 April - 13 July Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Active and Outdoors Programme Dates: 9 May - 20 June Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Waltham Abbey See more >

The state of the art wildlife centre has a Discovery Room so you can learn about the wildlife in the park, a tower with views over Seventy Acre Lake and our cosy bird hide to watch the birds flitting from reed to reed. Wildlife Discovery Centre Stubbins Hall Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex EN9 2EF Open daily*, please see the details on the plan your visit tab Come and see our state of the art wildlife centre and see what's in the park as the seasons change throughout the year. Contact us wildlifediscoverycentre@leevalleypark.org.uk 03000 030 644 Facilities Check the latest visitor information > About Things to see and do Plan your visit What 3 Words ///rots.gladiators.data How to get here You can plan your journey to the site using Google maps – click on the site in the map to discover more. Car parking The closest car park is Fishers Green that is open 24/7. There is a charge for parking which helps us maintain our wonderful park. Car parking tariffs apply at all times. No overnight parking is permitted at any time. Car parking charges Opening times Hide Open Monday to Sunday from 08:30 The closing times change depending on the season: April: 19:30 May: 20:30 June - August: 21:00 September: 20:30 October: 19:30 November - March: 17:30 Discovery room and Tower Monday - Sunday - 10:00 - 16:00* *subject to staffing AccessAble Check out our accessibility guide AccessAble Guide Prices Free to enter - car parking charges apply For group visits, please contact the centre on wildlifediscoverycentre@leevalleypark.org.uk to ensure we can accommodate you. Drinks and gifts available. Picnic spots Just across the green bridge is The Glade where this is lots of flat ground and picnic benches for you to enjoy a meal al fresco. Walking running cycling routes River Lee Country Park has miles of traffic free trails covering the 1,000 acre park. You can Explore some of our routes in the area, the Otter and Waterbird Discovery Trails are great for nature lovers. Things to do In our country park we have a sculpture trail with three different routes you can follow perfect for little ones! Just down the road is Lee Valley Animal Adventure Park where you can see farm animals up close and enjoy their seasonal events. Also closed by is Waltham Abbey where you'll find Waltham Abbey Gardens , Royal Gunpowder Mills and Lee Valley White Water Centre Toilets There are toilets at Fishers Green car park. Things nearby Angling We have a host of fisheries run by licensees, angling clubs, societies and consortia See more > Lee Valley White Water Centre Watch the rapids roll as you soak up the atmosphere at this iconic venue See more > In the Discovery Room learn about the habitats and species around you as well as birds that visit the park. Listen to the sounds of wildlife that you can find in the park and learn about some of the history of the valley. Peek in our wildlife drawers to see what has been found around the park. Our wildlife cameras will bring live footage of what the local critters are up to and you can view them close up going about their daily lives. Relax and have a drink whilst looking out of the vast windows over the reedbed. Kids can play the migration game or draw some of the wildlife that can be seen and take their drawings home. Take a seat in the hide and see what you can spot amongst the reeds. In the winter, you might be lucky enough to spot our wintering Bittern or a Smew on the water. In the summer, check the Kingfisher breeding bank or watch out for the bright blue of one flashing past the hide. Reed Warblers and Bunting may be singing from the reeds or the explosive sound of Cetti's Warbler might fill the hide with its song. During the breeding season the hide is filled with the raucous sound of the gull and Common Tern colony which can be a lively spectacle to watch. The jewel in its crown is the tower which gives you an amazing view over Seventy Acres Lake and the living roof which will be bursting with flora and fauna in the summer when the plants flower and attract a host of wildlife. The whole building has been designed for wildlife and check out the insect bricks in the gabion wall or spot the bird and bat boxes on the building. Take a read of our blog Spotlight on... summer wildlife See the summer wildlife and fauna highlights in our 10,000 acre park Jun 1, 2025 Love cycling Discover the best cycling experiences in Lee Valley Regional Park this #BikeMonth! From scenic family friendly routes to adrenalin pumping sessions at Lee Valley VeloPark, get tips, bike hire info, and route ideas for all skill levels. Perfect for summer adventures! Jun 1, 2025 Keep the park clean and green – take litter home with you! Litter is a growing problem, affecting 90% of the places people visit—damaging landscapes, harming wildlife and putting pressure on our parks. Read our blog to find out what classes as litter, what we're doing and how you can help May 27 Upcoming events The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Trail Date: 21 March - 30 June Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Nature Tots Forest School Date: 13 April - 13 July Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Active and Outdoors Programme Dates: 9 May - 20 June Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Waltham Abbey See more >

Lee Valley White Water Centre offers paddlesport activities on their white water courses and lake. Rafting, canoeing, kayaking, hydrospeeding, stand up paddleboarding as well open water swimming. Lee Valley White Water Centre Station Road, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire EN9 1AB Open times vary throughout year - view current opening times > Your go to place for rafting, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, hydrospeeding and more. Contact us LVwhitewater@gll.org 03000 030 616 Facilities Let's go wild in the water! Opened in 2011, this iconic London 2012 legacy venue offers everyone the chance to get on the water whether you want raging white water rapids or the calmer lake environment. Lee Valley White Water Centre offers a whole host of different activities from white water rafting, kayaking and canoeing, Hydrospeeding to Hot Dog kayaking, paddleboarding as well as Water Wipeout our inflatable obstacle course on the lake. Get the perfect gift for the thrill seekers in your life and treat them to unforgettable day out with an experience gift voucher. There's also a café and bar onsite, which is a great spectator spot for those looking to get up close the action but who don’t want to get their hair wet. Lee Valley White Water Centre is a great location for team building days, an inspirational setting for meetings and the venue can also be hired for filming opportunities. This venue is operated by Better on behalf of Lee Valley Regional Park Authority. Go to venue's main website > Highlights Rafting season's here! Adrenalin rush guaranteed with thrills and spills. From £58 per person. Discover more > Paddling memberships Benefits include discounts on sessions plus 45 days advance booking window. £15 per month. See more > Grants funding visits for groups, schools and communities We know that some people and groups may find it hard to afford the activities that Lee Valley Regional Park offers. We have two programmes which we hope help remove these barriers: Community Access Fund : offering free access or travel to the park's venues or services Communities Grant Scheme : provides financial assistance for long term projects Find out about our grants > Opening up paddlesports to new audiences Since London 2012 we've been working hard to ensure this venue delivers a legacy - both to the local community as well as to sporting fans and elite athletes. Find out how we've how we've reached new audiences and support local talent. Find out more > Things nearby Cycling Cycling in the park or battling the track at Lee Valley VeloPark, test your skills See more > Fishers Green A hub in the middle of River Lee Country Park with sculptures to find and wildlife to see See more > River Lee Country Park 1,000 acre park crossing over Essex and Hertfordshire packed full of fun, flora and fauna See more > Hooks Marsh With multiple lakes, this is perfect for nature lovers who are fascinated by waterfowl See more > Waltham Abbey Gardens & Cornmill Meadows These historic gardens are packed full of stories and nature See more > Take a read of our blog Spotlight on... summer wildlife See the summer wildlife and fauna highlights in our 10,000 acre park Jun 1, 2025 Love cycling Discover the best cycling experiences in Lee Valley Regional Park this #BikeMonth! From scenic family friendly routes to adrenalin pumping sessions at Lee Valley VeloPark, get tips, bike hire info, and route ideas for all skill levels. Perfect for summer adventures! Jun 1, 2025 Keep the park clean and green – take litter home with you! Litter is a growing problem, affecting 90% of the places people visit—damaging landscapes, harming wildlife and putting pressure on our parks. Read our blog to find out what classes as litter, what we're doing and how you can help May 27 Upcoming events FIH Hockey Pro League Date: 17 - 18 June Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre See more > Family Funday Date: 20 June Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Waltham Abbey Gardens See more > Non Contact Boxing and Fitness Date: 20 June Time: 11:00 Upshire See more >

As part of our Bylaws all commerial activity must be don with permission of the park. Our dog walking licences system ensure businesses in the park are operating correctly and funds help maintain the park Licence Run your professional dog walking visit in our 10,000 acre park Contact us carparkingpermits@leevalleypark.org.uk Anyone wishing to carry out dog walking as a commercial activity in the park must hold a Professional Dog Walking Licence. Under the Park’s Byelaws all commercial activities require the permission of the Authority. We recognise the important role dog walking plays in our open spaces and are licensing operators to ensure that: the open spaces and wildlife are protected there's considerate use between those undertaking licensed professional dog walking professional dog walkers are complying with current health and safety and best industry practice for the safety and enjoyment of their dogs and staff all professional dog walkers are fully insured A Professional Dog Walking Licence for Lee Valley Regional Park permits the use of many of the open spaces across the 26 mile park and is a mark of quality and assurance to customers. A list of sites that cannot be used by professional dog walkers can be found in our licence terms and conditions. All licenced professional dog walkers will be supplied with a lanyard which shows your licence number. This lanyard must be worn whilst using the park for professional dog walking. All licenced businesses will be listed on our website. A separate licence is required for each operative working for any one business. How much does a licence cost An annual licence costs £325 and runs from 1 April to 31 March. Full name* Email* Phone* Address (Please enter full address and postcode)* Company name* Company address (Please enter full address and postcode)* Submit Holders of Professional Dog Walking Licences Primo Pet Services Off-Lead Ltd Hounds We Love Daisy's Dogs Happy Dog Walks Things near by Cody Dock A creative industries quarter with community gardens and footpaths. See more > The Paddock Small open space in Tottenham with great community events See more > Amwell nature reserve Once a gravel pit, today a haven bustling with wildlife all year round See more > Take a read of our blog Spotlight on... summer wildlife See the summer wildlife and fauna highlights in our 10,000 acre park Jun 1, 2025 Love cycling Discover the best cycling experiences in Lee Valley Regional Park this #BikeMonth! From scenic family friendly routes to adrenalin pumping sessions at Lee Valley VeloPark, get tips, bike hire info, and route ideas for all skill levels. Perfect for summer adventures! Jun 1, 2025 Keep the park clean and green – take litter home with you! Litter is a growing problem, affecting 90% of the places people visit—damaging landscapes, harming wildlife and putting pressure on our parks. Read our blog to find out what classes as litter, what we're doing and how you can help May 27 Upcoming events The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Trail Date: 21 March - 30 June Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Nature Tots Forest School Date: 13 April - 13 July Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Active and Outdoors Programme Dates: 9 May - 20 June Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Waltham Abbey See more >

Lee Valley Athletics Centre is a state of the art training facility providing indoor and outdoor athletics facilities as well as a gym, strength and conditioning suite as well as a fitness studio. Lee Valley Athletics Centre Lee Valley Leisure Complex, Meridian Way, Edmonton N9 0AR Open times vary throughout year - view current opening times > Modern indoor and outdoor athletics facilities, gym and fitness classes so everyone can work up a sweat in Edmonton, north London. Contact us LVathletics@gll.org 03000 030 630 Facilities Level up your training at the best athletics facility in the area! Lee Valley Athletics Centre is a regional hub for athletics, fitness and competitions helping communities and aspiring athletes reach their full potential. The venue offers indoor and outdoor track and field facilities including sprint straights, running tracks, throws areas, long jump, high jump and pole vault too. It’s Athletics Academy help youngsters get active and learn key athletics skills. The training facilities available also include a gym, strength and conditioning suite as well as a fitness studio so you can take your training to the next level. Get a great value membership or just pay and play as and when you want to train. This venue is operated by Better on behalf of Lee Valley Regional Park Authority. Go to venue's main website > Highlights Athletics Academy Weekly sessions for children aged 6 -17 where they take part in a range of disciplines. Discover more > Gym and fitness classes Gym, health and fitness classes plus run club and HYROX too. See more > Grants funding visits for groups, schools and communities We know that some people and groups may find it hard to afford the activities that Lee Valley Regional Park offers. We have two programmes which we hope help remove these barriers: Community Access Fund : offering free access or travel to the park's venues or services Communities Grant Scheme : provides financial assistance for long term projects Find out about our grants > Things nearby Tottenham Marshes An urban escape in the heart of Tottenham with passionate community groups See more > Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park, Edmonton Camp in the capital with this north London campsite with great connections to the centre See more > Lee Valley Golf Course Test out the greens on this tricky but fun golf course in north London See more > Take a read of our blog Spotlight on... summer wildlife See the summer wildlife and fauna highlights in our 10,000 acre park Jun 1, 2025 Love cycling Discover the best cycling experiences in Lee Valley Regional Park this #BikeMonth! From scenic family friendly routes to adrenalin pumping sessions at Lee Valley VeloPark, get tips, bike hire info, and route ideas for all skill levels. Perfect for summer adventures! Jun 1, 2025 Keep the park clean and green – take litter home with you! Litter is a growing problem, affecting 90% of the places people visit—damaging landscapes, harming wildlife and putting pressure on our parks. Read our blog to find out what classes as litter, what we're doing and how you can help May 27 Upcoming events FIH Hockey Pro League Date: 17 - 18 June Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre See more > Family Funday Date: 20 June Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Waltham Abbey Gardens See more > Non Contact Boxing and Fitness Date: 20 June Time: 11:00 Upshire See more >

One of the first brick build house in England and its history is intertwind with storys of the crown, high treason and ghosts. The house is surrounded with wonderful green space that over looks the river. Rye House Gatehouse Rye House Gatehouse, Rye House Quay, Rye Road, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire EN11 0EH Open selected days throughout the year - please see plan a visit tab Discover the history and hauntings of one of England's first brick built houses Contact us info@leevalleypark.org.uk 03000 030 610 Check the latest visitor information > Facilities About The Rye House: An Investigative History Things to see and do Plan your visit What 3 Words ///alive.loads.aura How to get here You can plan your journey to the site using Google maps – click on the site in the map to discover more. Car parking Car parking at Rye House Gatehouse is free. Other car parks in the area may charge. See the list of our car parks and the charges here. Opening dates and times The Gatehouse is now closed for the winter and will reopen in the spring - opening dates will be listed here as soon as they're confirmed. Normal opening times: 11:00 - 15:00. Prices Free to visit the grounds Admission - Free (suggested donation £1 per person that will be used to help with the upkeep of this historic building). Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult Group bookings to be made by prior arrangement on 03000 030 610 charge of £50 applies. Dogs Dogs are allowed on the grounds but unfortunatly not allowed in the house. Picnic spots There's great open spaces you can lay down a blanket and spread yourself out. Things to do near by Just down the road you will find Rye Mead Nature Reserve, where you can walk and enjoy watching nature in the local area. Across the road is the The Rye House pub where you can get some lunch during your day out. Toilets The closest public toilets are at The Rye House pub. Things nearby Amwell nature reserve Once a gravel pit, today a haven bustling with wildlife all year round See more > River Lee Country Park 1,000 acre park crossing over Essex and Hertfordshire packed full of fun, flora and fauna See more > Watersports With clubs and centres in the park that offer a range of different watersports you can try See more > Dobbs Weir Explore the numerous walking routes and waterways with a campsite near by See more > Rye Meads Nature Reserve This stunning nature reserve is run by RSPB and is close to Rye House Gatehouse See more > Lee Valley Caravan Park, Dobbs Weir Set in the heart of River Lee Country Park, this campsite is the perfect pitch for outdoor adventures See more > Walking and running There's lots of different routes you can take when exploring the park - pick yours today See more > The Gatehouse is in some ways an example of medieval bling – as part of one of the first brick built houses in the country and boasting outstanding decoration, this was a structure that was meant to project power, prestige and wealth. The detail and craftsmanship you’ll see in features like the oriel windows and stonework are outstanding. Climb the winding stairs to the viewing platform and you can also appreciate the amazing barley twist chimney. And whilst you’re here, visit the nearby Rye House Quay on the River Lee Navigation – a lovely spot to linger in or to have your picnic! The history of Rye House Gatehouse dates back to 1443 and has been home to royalty, ghosts and an assassination attempt! Now the Gatehouse is a Grade I listed building featuring high-quality diaper brickwork and a ‘barley sugar twist’ chimney as well as a string of underground chambers or dungeons. The Rye House: An Investigative History With nearly 600 years of history, involving a plot, intrigue and paranormal activity, it’s surprising that no one has ever written the definitive history of the Rye House in Hertfordshire. The Rye House – An Investigative History aims to do just that. Through meticulous research, Phil Holland has written this fascinating account, taking the reader from the house’s 15th origins, through to Tudor times when Catherine Parr spent part of her childhood there; to the Rye House Plot to assassinate King Charles II and the Duke of York in 1683; to the widely reported paranormal activity and apparitions; and finally to the present day. The Gatehouse is all that remains of the 15th century brick-built fortified manor house. It’s a Grade I listed building and a Scheduled Ancient Monument and as such is protected by law. The moated enclosure is considered to be one of the finest examples of the period in Hertfordshire. It’s hoped that this book will enthuse people about the Gatehouse and the history of the Rye House, and that they in turn will come to treasure the building and recognise its importance as a piece of our country’s history BUY YOUR COPY TODAY available from Amazon in paperback About the Author With a passion for both natural history and history, Phil Holland has worked as a hedgerow/habitat management contractor for 25 years and with the Lee Valley Regional Park ranger team on a part-time basis for the past 10 years. He first became involved with the Rye House Gatehouse in 2013 and from this beginning his interest in the building s history has developed. His diligent research into the history of the Rye House is testimony to his enthusiasm for the building's and his love of history. Take a read of our blog Spotlight on... summer wildlife See the summer wildlife and fauna highlights in our 10,000 acre park Jun 1, 2025 Love cycling Discover the best cycling experiences in Lee Valley Regional Park this #BikeMonth! From scenic family friendly routes to adrenalin pumping sessions at Lee Valley VeloPark, get tips, bike hire info, and route ideas for all skill levels. Perfect for summer adventures! Jun 1, 2025 Keep the park clean and green – take litter home with you! Litter is a growing problem, affecting 90% of the places people visit—damaging landscapes, harming wildlife and putting pressure on our parks. Read our blog to find out what classes as litter, what we're doing and how you can help May 27 Upcoming events The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Trail Date: 21 March - 30 June Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Nature Tots Forest School Date: 13 April - 13 July Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Active and Outdoors Programme Dates: 9 May - 20 June Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Waltham Abbey See more >

Both of our marinas have chandleries so boaters can stock up of their supplys either end of the River Lee Chandlery Specialising in boat parts and accessories for the inland waterways market our well-stocked London and Hertfordshire chandleries offers a comprehensive range with thousands of lines on the shelf at any one time. We have chandleries at: Lee Valley Marina, Stanstead Abbotts Lee Valley Marina, Springfield Fill out an enquiry form Chandlery update - Lee Valley Marina, Springfield The chandlery shop at this marina is permanently closed. The site will still sell logs, coal, kindling and Elsan products as well as keeping some stocks of anodes, blacking and paint. The chandlery at Lee Valley Marina, Stanstead Abbotts will remain open and is unaffected by this closure. Browse our products online and then either pop in, call us or complete our enquiry form and we’ll advise you if we have what you need in stock. If we don’t have what you’re looking for on the shelf we’ll do our best to find it for you and order it in – usually with a next day service Products we have in stock or can order in Leisure, books & maps Take a trip, learn about something new or enjoy your cruising time with our leisure products. Find out more > Engineering From engine controls to fuel systems and everything in between, top of the range parts from trusted brands! Find out more > Heating Whether you're heating yourself, your food or your water, never go cold with our range of heaters. Find out more > Electrical Get the very best electrical equipment for your boat! Find out more > Consumables From antifreeze and cleaning products to sealants and adhesives and so much more. Find out more > Safety and recovery Never put yourself in danger ensure your safety with our fantastic safety and recovery products Find out more > Cruising Upgrade your cruising with our top of the range products from the best suppliers. Find out more > Fuels Your boat will be ready for anything once you've stocked up from our range of fuels! Find out more > Painting Our paint collections are the perfect way to give it a bit of a touch up and prepare it for the cruising season! Find out more > Cabin and deck Need a new part for your cabin or deck? Look no further… Find out more > Galley Fill your boat with top of the range kitchen equipment from our range. Find out more > Water and gas From regulators to pumps, toilets to spare parts, we've got everything you need to make your boat run swimmingly. Find out more > Name* Email* Phone* Enquiry detail* Submit form Stock enquiry form Take a read of our blog Spotlight on... summer wildlife See the summer wildlife and fauna highlights in our 10,000 acre park Jun 1, 2025 Love cycling Discover the best cycling experiences in Lee Valley Regional Park this #BikeMonth! From scenic family friendly routes to adrenalin pumping sessions at Lee Valley VeloPark, get tips, bike hire info, and route ideas for all skill levels. Perfect for summer adventures! Jun 1, 2025 Keep the park clean and green – take litter home with you! Litter is a growing problem, affecting 90% of the places people visit—damaging landscapes, harming wildlife and putting pressure on our parks. Read our blog to find out what classes as litter, what we're doing and how you can help May 27 Upcoming events The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Trail Date: 21 March - 30 June Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Nature Tots Forest School Date: 13 April - 13 July Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Active and Outdoors Programme Dates: 9 May - 20 June Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Waltham Abbey See more >

Based in east London, Walthamstow Marshes is a haven for wildlife in the capital with walking routes around the marshes, grazing cattle and close to Lee Valley Ice Centre so you can pick up a drink after you have had a walk around. Walthamstow Marshes Walthamstow Marshes, Lea Bridge Road, Leyton, London E10 7QL Never sleeps, open 24 hours a day As one of the last remaining floodplain marshlands in London, Walthamstow Marshes is a precious, urban refuge for over 400 plant and animal species. Contact us info@leevalleypark.org.uk 03000 030 610 Check the latest visitor information > Facilities About Wildlife Things to see and do Plan your visit What 3 Words ///frozen.pirate.speaks How to get here You can plan your journey to the site using Google maps – click on the site in the map to discover more. We’re within London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone. Find out more about ULEZ > Car parking There's car parking available at Lee Valley Ice Centre. The car park is payable and you can see the charges on their website. Lee Valley Ice Centre History of the site Walthamstow Marshed is an area of wetland bordering the River Lea and nestled between Hackney and Waltham Forest. It’s one of the last remaining examples of London’s once vast and widespread floodplain grasslands. From Saxon times until well into the 20th century the marsh was used as “Lammas land”, a place for local people to cut hay and graze their livestock. In 1909, the pioneer, Sir Edwin Alliott Verdon Roe became the first Englishman to fly an all-British made triplane (The Yellow Terror) on Walthamstow Marshes. A blue plaque commemorating his efforts is located at the western end of the viaduct where he built his machine. During the industrial revolution, the land retained its agricultural use, though increasingly hemmed in by surrounding developments. The impact of aggressive industrial urbanisation pressured local agricultural communities into relinquishing the ancient traditions of hay making and grazing. As a consequence the local council acquired the site with plans to develop it for recreational use, proposals which were hindered by the onset of World War II and the resulting period of austerity. WWII left its scars on the landscape across the Lee Valley, signs of anti-landing trenches and the impacts from shelling are still visible today. In 1965, Walthamstow Marshes was acquired by Lee Valley Regional Park Authority as part of its plans to acquire the land which now forms the Lee Valley Regional Park. What would now be considered as a programme of rewilding was ushered in across many of the sites still under management by Lee Valley Regional Park Authority, however, the focus here at Walthamstow was on the preservation of the marshes as they existed then. Pressure from local campaigners to stop development from encroaching on the site means that Walthamstow Marshes has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in 1985. It has since been further designated a nature reserve. The reserve is now actively managed by Lee Valley Regional Park Authority with the aims of retaining and, where possible, enhancing its original grassland meadows and marshlands - increasing its value for wildlife, while providing the local community space for recreation. Present day Walthamstow Marshes’ today serves a number of functions on a local, national and even international scale. Primarily it is a place to enjoy over 400 plant and animal species that use the site across the year. Located on the edge of London, sandwiched between zones 2 & 3 on the London underground, Walthamstow Marshes provides a huge number of people with the opportunity to feel at the heart of the countryside in the middle of the city. It has become a hugely important connective piece of the landscape which welcomes over a million visitors a year. Bordered on its southern edge is the brand new Lee Valley Ice Centre, a world class and sensitively designed venue which features fabulous wildlife friendly landscaping, green walls and the installation of two large ponds. North of the reserve sits the hugely important Walthamstow Wetlands managed by the London Wildlife Trust, home to a diverse communities of wetland birds, many of which use the Marshes as hunting and feeding grounds. Making the most of the open spaces The main focus of the site is its status as a nature reserve and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) but it still boasts some wonderful amenity and picnic areas with benches for people to take a seat and do some wildlife spotting Place to eat and drink Lee Valley Ice Centre is right by the entrance of the marshes where you can pick up something to eat and drink, and there are toilets too. The marshes are also a ten minute walk from Chatsworth Road, one of the liveliest and most interesting high streets in Hackney, packed full of cafés, bars and restaurants Walking, running and cycling routes Walthamstow Wonders Starting point: Lee Valley Ice Centre car park, Lea Bridge Road, Leyton, London E10 7QL See the route > Road to Gold Starting point: Lee Valley VeloPark, Abercrombie Road, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London E20 3AB See the route > Planes and Trains Starting point: Lee Valley Ice Centre car park, Lea Bridge Road, Leyton, London E10 7QL See the route > Golden Circle Starting point: Lee Valley VeloPark, Abercrombie Road, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London E20 3AB See the route > Filtering Back in Time Starting point: Lee Valley Ice Centre car park, Lea Bridge Road, Leyton, London E10 7QL See the route > Nature's Magic Starting point: Waterworks Centre car park Lammas Road, off Lea Bridge Road, Leyton, London E10 7NU See the route > Things nearby Lea Rowing Club Located in Hackney, this is a diverse and successful club in the city See more > Middlesex Filter Beds Come and see this 19th century water filtration, now a wildlife habitat See more > Wildlife watching Lee Valley Regional Park is a haven for wildlife with different species around every corner See more > Lee Valley Ice Centre Head down to the coolest place in town and take to the rink, pump some iron or just chill out See more > Walthamstow Wetlands Run by London Wildlife Trust, connect with nature in north London See more > Lee Valley Riding Centre The perfect place for horse lovers in London! There are sessions for every level See more > WaterWorks Centre and nature reserve Enjoy the peace and tranquility of this north London nature reserve See more > Spring The Sand Martin and Swift return from their migration. Kingfisher, Little Egret, Grey Heron and the final weeks of the Snipe that use the south marsh over the winter. Horsetail and Marsh Horsetail cover the site, Cuckooflower and Garlic Mustard, patches of Wild Garlic and Comfrey. Orange-tip and Peacock Butterflies emerge and if you’re incredibly lucky you might see a Water Vole in one of our ditches. Summer The especially rare Creeping Marshwort flowering in the scrape on the South Marsh. Meadowsweet all around the fringes with Yellow and Purple Loosestrife highlighting the ditches all over the site. A massive suite of marshland grasses, sedges and herbs in full meadow. Kestrel and the odd Red Kite using the summer thermals to hunt for shrews, mice and voles. Peregrine Falcon sit on watch from the electricity pylons and everywhere the buzz of diverse community of pollinators, including all three carder bee species. And of course if you’re very lucky you might hear the distinctive plop of a Water Vole as they dive in and out of the ditches. Autumn The soft lilac of Michaelmas Daisy (which very much needs to be kept in check) as well as the striking autumn colours on the foliage of the willow and poplars in the wet woodland. Alongside our conservation herd of Red Pol Cattle who stay on site until October. Marsh, Reed and Sedge Warblers and Long Tailed Tits remain active long into the autumn. Winter The site take on a dramatic change, stripped of colour but still refuge for a number of overwintering invertebrates and bird species. Snipe return to the site along with Grey Heron. Areas are cut back to promote next years growth and the water levels rise to highlight the ephemeral rivers and ponds that scar the marshes; a paradise for wading birds. Take a read of our blog Spotlight on... summer wildlife See the summer wildlife and fauna highlights in our 10,000 acre park Jun 1, 2025 Love cycling Discover the best cycling experiences in Lee Valley Regional Park this #BikeMonth! From scenic family friendly routes to adrenalin pumping sessions at Lee Valley VeloPark, get tips, bike hire info, and route ideas for all skill levels. Perfect for summer adventures! Jun 1, 2025 Keep the park clean and green – take litter home with you! Litter is a growing problem, affecting 90% of the places people visit—damaging landscapes, harming wildlife and putting pressure on our parks. Read our blog to find out what classes as litter, what we're doing and how you can help May 27 Upcoming events The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Trail Date: 21 March - 30 June Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Nature Tots Forest School Date: 13 April - 13 July Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Active and Outdoors Programme Dates: 9 May - 20 June Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Waltham Abbey See more >

There's so many places to you visit in the park from historical gardens, London 2012 venues, green spaces, marinas and nature reserves. 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 Gardens Historical sites Sports venues Places to stay Marinas Green spaces in the park Bow Creek Ecology Park Escape the city on this little green island, just a short walk from Canning Town station See more > East India Dock Basin The furthest southern point in the park where you can enjoy views over the Thames to The O2 See more > Gunpowder Park This former MOD is site in now a wonderful open space with paved routes and varied habitiats See more > Nazeing Meads Watersports, fisheries and wildlife are a 10 minute walk from Dobbs Weir See more > River Lee Country Park 1,000 acre park crossing over Essex and Hertfordshire packed full of fun, flora and fauna See more > Turnford Brook With waterbodies, wildlife and picnic benches this is a great place to get away from it all See more > Wildlife Discovery Centre This state of the art hide with a Discovery Room and tower give you a spectacular view over Seventy Acres Lake See more > Rye Meads Nature Reserve This stunning nature reserve is run by RSPB and is close to Rye House Gatehouse See more > Clayton Hill Visit this stunning viewpoint and take in the sights of the park and the Lee Valley See more > Fishers Green A hub in the middle of River Lee Country Park with sculptures to find and wildlife to see See more > Hooks Marsh With multiple lakes, this is perfect for nature lovers who are fascinated by waterfowl See more > Pindar Close to Cheshunt station this is a great spot to escape the city, with watersports and YHA on site See more > Sewardstone Explore this woodland area of the park on the edge of London with a campsite nearby See more > Walthamstow Marshes Discover the different wildlife and habitats in the capital in this wonderful open space See more > Amwell nature reserve Once a gravel pit, today a haven bustling with wildlife all year round See more > The Paddock Small open space in Tottenham with great community events See more > Dobbs Weir Explore the numerous walking routes and waterways with a campsite near by See more > Glen Faba A short walk from Dobbs Weir, you'll find this secluded area of grassland and reedbeds See more > Middlesex Filter Beds Come and see this 19th century water filtration, now a wildlife habitat See more > Rammey Marsh Wildlife such as Water Voles, Bee Orchids and Pipistrelle bats can all be spotted See more > Tottenham Marshes An urban escape in the heart of Tottenham with passionate community groups See more > WaterWorks Centre and nature reserve Enjoy the peace and tranquility of this north London nature reserve See more > Cody Dock A creative industries quarter with community gardens and footpaths. See more > Walthamstow Wetlands Run by London Wildlife Trust, connect with nature in north London See more > Back to top > Gardens Myddelton House Gardens A hidden gem in the Enfield that gives a whole new meaning to secret garden See more > Forty Hall A beautiful Jacobean manor house set in the heart of this leafy Enfield estate See more > Waltham Abbey Gardens & Cornmill Meadows These historic gardens are packed full of stories and nature See more > Capel Manor Gardens This great Enfield garden is a home to horticulture and teaching plus fun days out See more > Back to top > Historical sites Broxbourne Old Mill and Meadows See history and nature come together See more > Rye House Gatehouse One of the first brick built houses in England, packed full of history and mystery See more > Capel Manor Gardens This great Enfield garden is a home to horticulture and teaching plus fun days out See more > Markfield Beam Engine and Museum Head back to steam power days at this historic building See more > East India Dock Basin The furthest southern point in the park where you can enjoy views over the Thames to The O2 See more > Three Mills Island Visit the historic tidal mill and enjoy the green open space right next door See more > Epping Forest District Museum Learn about the people and events that shaped the history of the area See more > Royal Gunpowder Mills Explore the Mills' explosive history and see how nature has reclaimed this site See more > Myddelton House Gardens A hidden gem in the Enfield that gives a whole new meaning to secret garden See more > Waltham Abbey Gardens & Cornmill Meadows These historic gardens are packed full of stories and nature See more > Forty Hall A beautiful Jacobean manor house set in the heart of this leafy Enfield estate See more > Waltham Abbey Church Discover the amazing history of this Augustinian landmark See more > Back to top > Sports venues Golf Par 3 golf course with water hazard feature See more > Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre Pick up a hockey stick or racket at this great sports venue - there's pickleball too! See more > Lee Valley VeloPark Lap the track and soak up the atmosphere of this London 2012 venue See more > Herts Young Mariners Base Set in River Lee Country Park, this centre is known for its open water swimming sessions See more > Lee Valley Athletics Centre You can try your hand at a range of athletic activities all in one place See more > Lee Valley Ice Centre Head down to the coolest place in town and take to the rink, pump some iron or just chill out See more > Lee Valley White Water Centre Watch the rapids roll as you soak up the atmosphere at this iconic venue See more > Lee Valley Boat Centre Set on the banks of the River Lee, you can explore the waterways by boat with all the family See more > Lee Valley Golf Course Test out the greens on this tricky but fun golf course in north London See more > Lee Valley Riding Centre The perfect place for horse lovers in London! There are sessions for every level See more > ESSA Water Activities Centre Get your paddles at the ready, this watersports centre has a range of activities See more > Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park A hub of culture, art, sport and nature in Stratford, east London See more > Back to top > Places to stay Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite, Broxbourne You can get the wild feeling with a few of the home comforts See more > Lee Valley Caravan Park, Dobbs Weir Set in the heart of River Lee Country Park, this campsite is the perfect pitch for outdoor adventures See more > Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park, Edmonton Camp in the capital with this north London campsite with great connections to the centre See more > Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone All the best of city breaks and countryside escapes come together at this campsite See more > Back to top > Our marinas Lee Valley Marina, Springfield Set in the heart of north London, our marina and chandlery is great for all your boating needs See more > Lee Valley Marina, Stanstead Abbotts You will find this marina with full workshop as well as a chandlery on site See more > Back to top > Take a read of our blog Spotlight on... summer wildlife See the summer wildlife and fauna highlights in our 10,000 acre park Jun 1, 2025 Love cycling Discover the best cycling experiences in Lee Valley Regional Park this #BikeMonth! From scenic family friendly routes to adrenalin pumping sessions at Lee Valley VeloPark, get tips, bike hire info, and route ideas for all skill levels. Perfect for summer adventures! Jun 1, 2025 Keep the park clean and green – take litter home with you! Litter is a growing problem, affecting 90% of the places people visit—damaging landscapes, harming wildlife and putting pressure on our parks. Read our blog to find out what classes as litter, what we're doing and how you can help May 27 Upcoming events The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Trail Date: 21 March - 30 June Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Nature Tots Forest School Date: 13 April - 13 July Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Active and Outdoors Programme Dates: 9 May - 20 June Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Waltham Abbey See more >

< Back to What's On London Festival of Architecture: Walk and Workshop As part of the London Festival of Architecture, The Line will be hosting two free events on Saturday 27 June. Date: 27 June Time : 10:00 - 12:00 FREE The Line Location: Book Wellbeing Walk > Wellbeing Walk, 10:00 –12:00 Join us for a guided walk along a section of The Line, where you'll encounter public artworks set against the River Lea and East London's waterways. Led by a mindfulness practitioner and one of our Youth Guides, the walk explores themes of memory, belonging and connection – pausing to notice wildlife, engage with art, and take part in gentle mindful activities. It will be taken at a relaxed pace with plenty of opportunities to stop and rest. Meet at the Stephenson Street exit, DLR Star Lane Station, E16 4PA – look out for our Youth Guide in a blue The Line t-shirt! Please arrive 5–10 minutes early. Some sections currently have limited wheelchair access due to path surfaces and gradients. Free – booking require Family Workshop, 13:00 – 17:00 Join us at Canning Town Library for a free, drop-in workshop led by our Youth Guides, inspired by the artworks nearby and the nature along East London's waterways. Alongside an exhibition about the emerging plans for Limmo Peninsula's new neighbourhood, get creative, and enjoy free activities inspired by works on The Line nearby. Canning Town Library, Daisy Parsons Room, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH (Canning Town station). Step-free access, accessible toilets and baby-changing facilities. Refreshments available. Free, drop-in, no booking required. In collaboration with Ballymore. The London Festival of Architecture runs throughout June under the theme of Belonging. Previous Next

Located in River Lee Country Park, The disc golf course is a great way to get the kids out and active in the park and is free to use! Disc Golf River Lee Country Park what3words ///tones.exchanges.tuck Open 24/7 Collect up your frisbees and take to the course to test your skills on our course Check the latest visitor information > Why not try disc golf, a fun alternative to golf but without the clubs or balls. It's free to use the course - we just want you to have fun out there. The aim of the game is the throw a disc (a bit like a Frizbee) into the basket - the one who takes the least goes is the winner. It's a great activity for friends and family to do. Our nine hole course is located in River Lee Country Park just a stone's throw from Lee Valley White Water Centre. You can bring your own disc but if you need to buy one they're sold at Lee Valley White Water Centre just pop into their reception and you'll be on par in no time. Find out what else you can do in River Lee Country Park - it’s great for cycling and walking, you can hire river boats or why not get your four-legged friends practicing to become the next talent star with our dog agility course Download scorecard > Things near by Lee Valley White Water Centre Watch the rapids roll as you soak up the atmosphere at this iconic venue See more > River Lee Country Park 1,000 acre park crossing over Essex and Hertfordshire packed full of fun, flora and fauna See more > Waltham Abbey Gardens & Cornmill Meadows These historic gardens are packed full of stories and nature See more > Take a read of our blog Spotlight on... summer wildlife See the summer wildlife and fauna highlights in our 10,000 acre park Jun 1, 2025 Love cycling Discover the best cycling experiences in Lee Valley Regional Park this #BikeMonth! From scenic family friendly routes to adrenalin pumping sessions at Lee Valley VeloPark, get tips, bike hire info, and route ideas for all skill levels. Perfect for summer adventures! Jun 1, 2025 Keep the park clean and green – take litter home with you! Litter is a growing problem, affecting 90% of the places people visit—damaging landscapes, harming wildlife and putting pressure on our parks. Read our blog to find out what classes as litter, what we're doing and how you can help May 27 Upcoming events The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Trail Date: 21 March - 30 June Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Nature Tots Forest School Date: 13 April - 13 July Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Walthamstow Wetlands See more > Active and Outdoors Programme Dates: 9 May - 20 June Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Waltham Abbey See more >