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Sensory Walk - Waltham Abbey Gardens Distance: 0.5 miles Terrain: the walks are fully accessible and can be completed on foot, using a wheelchair or walker, and can be taken at the pace of the participant Starting point: Waltham Abbey Gardens car park, Abbey View, Waltham Abbey, Essex EN9 2ES Download route information > At at glance information for this route Accessible Parking available Public transport closeby Route - cycling Route - running Route - walking Toilets available A circular route that takes in the wonderful area surround the Abbey which offers rich mix of sensory highlights from nature to stone structures. Download the route information which contains a map and all the sensory highlight information given below. Sensory highlight points As you enter the gardens what flowers, plants trees can you see? Shapes, colours, small or big? Touch the different textures of leaves. Can you spot and smell the lavender flowers. Listen out for the different birds sounds. Can you spot the artwork on the wall? What colours can you see? How does it feel? Look out for the different tree shapes, touch the tree barks to find different textures. Spot Waltham abbey and describe the shape of the building. Listen out for the chiming of bells. Can you spot mosaics on the path, what colours can you sport? Feel the different textures Touch the building to find out if it is smooth or rough feeling? Notice the wind rustling through the trees. Can you hear running water? Can you see anything reflecting in the water? Perhaps close your eyes and notice and feelings or memories that the sounds bring up for you. Look out for variety of birds on the water. Take a moment to feed ducks. Look up at the overhanging branches and reach to touch them. Notice how the leaves feel underfoot – dry, wet, crunchy, soft? Walk past the tress and feel the different textures of bark on different trunks. Compare the shapes, colours and sizes of leaves. Toilets Waltham Abbey Town, opposite church – 1 minute from route Refreshments Waltham Abbey town centre Things to note Public transport links: The closest station is Waltham Cross Buses run to Waltham Abbey town centre Car parking charges apply at the car park listed for this route Previous Next

< Back Disc Golf Area Address : River Lee Country Park, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire EN9 1AB Site overview A beautiful green wide open space area with its own disc golf course. This site is a flat grass site perfect for small and medium scale events. Key venue information Size of hireable space: 12,908m² Surface: flat grass area Availability: April - September Utilities: none Toilets: none Lighting: none Vehicle access: via Lee Valley White Water Centre Pedestrian access: multiple routes to the site through the park from both Cheshunt, Waltham Cross and Waltham Abbey Public transport: good bus connections stop outside Lee Valley White Water Centre. Train stations are a 20 minute walk away Car parking: none Local Authority: Borough of Broxbourne Council Previous events and site hires Disc Golf competition Community events Commercial filming Download site info sheet > Go to Site Hire Form >

< Back Project Boat Bed.jpg Cabin 2.jpg Survey.jpg Bed.jpg 1/6 Narrow boat Teddesley Boat Company 39ft 1978 £31,500 For Sale Contact the owner Alex MacDonald-Bell 07500 806 713 aimacdon76@gmail.com Project narrowboat located at Springfield Marina, requires an engine replacement. Hull was blacked and new anodes fitted in May 2022, with a current hull survey available on request. BSS certificate valid until April 2026. Price includes a 10% berth transfer fee, subject to marina approval. Previous Next

Jump 2022 marks 10 years since the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games and we invite you to mark this important anniversary with us! Have you found one of our placements in the park?! Measure yourself against an Olympian and see how far you can jump!* Looking back at London 2012... Greg Rutherford won gold during the London 2012 Olympics for the men's long jump competition 🥇🇬🇧 His winning jump was 8.31m! Stef Reid won silver during the London 2012 Paralympics in the F42/44 category 🥈🇬🇧 Her winning jump was 5.28m! How far can you jump? *We'd advise you to land on your feet with our jump, there isn't any sand to soften the land otherwise! 🤣 Take a winning photo and share it on socials! 📸 Where to find our placements in the park 📍 Bow Creek Ecology Park 📍 WaterWorks Nature Reserve 📍 Cheshunt

Contact us > SOLD ABI Beaumont (2017) £115,000 Location: Lee Valley Caravan Park, Dobbs Weir Plot number: Plot 28 - Gold (download map ) Built in 2017 to full residential specification, this holiday park home is set on a 'Gold’ plot with a short flat walk to the onsite reception and small onsite shop. This home has is presented in excellent condition and is to a high specification, the current owner has made some bespoke amendments to enhance the space further including further fitted wardrobes and window shutters throughout. The main living area is open plan with a good size lounge granting access via double glazed French doors to the personal sun deck. The fitted kitchen has an attractive range of wall and base units and space for a table and chairs. Integrated appliances in the kitchen include dishwasher, washing machine, fridge freezer and double oven. There are two bedrooms with the master bedroom boasting an en-suite dressing room with fitted cupboards and a full bathroom with white suite. There’s an extensive range of fitted wardrobes cupboards and complementing drawer units and a bespoke padded headboard adding to the aesthetics of the bedroom. The second room is a good size double which presents with a queen size double bed and this is supported by an independent shower room with WC and wash hand basin. The unit is built to a fully residential specification with full double glazing, LPG gas central heating and mains plumbing. Located on a holiday site the annual licence allow occupation for 11 months of the year (March – January) the site is closed in February when the holiday home must be vacated. Room sizes Caravan over all dimensions: 42’ x 14’ Kitchen/living area: 20' 8" x 14' 0" (6.3m x 4.27m). Kitchen area occupies 10' 2 x 14' within the total living area Inner hall: 8' 0" x 2' 5" (2.44m x 0.74m) Master bedroom: 12' 0" x 8' 3" (3.66m x 2.51m) measurements up to fitted wardrobes En-suite dressing room: 6' 5" x 6' 0" (1.96m x 1.83m) En-suite bathroom: 6' 8" x 5' 8" (2.03m x 1.73m) Bedroom two: 9' 3" x 7' 5" (2.82m x 2.26m) Main shower room: 7' 1" x 3' 4" (2.16m x 1.02m) Exterior Parking for one vehicle next to home Communal lawned grounds surround the unit Utilities Electricity: via standpoint and billed individually to each unit on personal usage Water and sewerage charges: included within the annual pitch fees Heating: LPG Gas tank Council tax: exempt Broadband: available, superfast WiFi available for additional charge Mobile signal and coverage: varies between providers Superfast premium WiFi Holiday home owners can upgrade WiFi to a premium superfast service which costs £25 per month . Installation fees may be payable depending on when installed. Annual fees Annual pitch fees are payable by all holiday home owners - monthly direct debit payment options are available. Fees are: Gold pitch: £4,770. From March 2025: £5,010 Decking fee: £360. From March 2025: £375

< Back Lee Valley Ice Centre: Sustainability in Action KS2 Venue: Lee Valley Ice Centre Available: All year Key subjects: Geography, Design & Technology, Science Suitable for: KS2 Teacher’s guide available > Prices > Our health and safety commitment > Contact us This is a fantastic opportunity for students to visit Lee Valley Ice Centre following a major regeneration and opening of a new facility in June 2023. Explore the urban regeneration of the new Lee Valley Ice Centre and its surroundings. Discover how sustainability links the buildings, visitors and biodiversity of the centre. Due to investment made by Waltham Forest Local Authority, schools based in the borough of Waltham Forest can enjoy this programme free of charge, with bookings available on a first come first served basis. This includes the option to enjoy a free ice skating session whilst on site. For schools outside of Waltham Forest, please refer to the prices tab for all session costs. Session covers: observing local wildlife and their habitats, studying the key concepts of urban regeneration and looking at sustainability in action either before or after your session on the Ice. Activities include: Introduction to the new Ice Centre and its surroundings and how it caters for both humans and wildlife Researching the biodiversity and sustainability of the built and natural environments Field sketching and identification Design project Here's an example of how your day at Lee Valley Ice Centre could look: 10:30 : arrive and register 11:00 - 12:00 : enjoy an ice skating session at this state of the art venue 12:00 - 12:30 : utilise the café or enjoy your lunch in the green spaces of Leyton and Walthamstow Marshes 12:30 - 14:00 : take part in our ‘Sustainability in Action’ educational session (option to extend to 14:30, if requested) 14:00 : finish and return to school

Contact us > SOLD ABI Beaumont (2018) £115,000 Location: Lee Valley Caravan Park, Dobbs Weir Plot number: Plot 26 - Gold (download map ) The unit is presented to an excellent standard internally to a high specification as is usual with an ABI Beaumont unit. The current vendor has made some bespoke amendments which air conditioning and external lighting, power points and water tap. The main living area is open plan with a good size lounge granting access via double glazed French doors to the personal sun deck. The kitchen is fitted with and attractive range of wall and base units and space for a table and chairs. Integrated appliances in the kitchen include dishwasher, washing machine, fridge freezer and double oven. There are two bedrooms with the master bedroom boasting an en-suite dressing room with fitted cupboards and a full bathroom with white suite. There's an extensive range of fitted wardrobes cupboards and complementing drawer units and a bespoke padded headboard adding to the aesthetics of the bedroom. The second room is a good size double which presents with two single size beds and this is supported by an independent shower room with WC and wash hand basin. Broxbourne BR station is within a short drive and the comprehensive shopping facilities of Hoddesdon town are close by. The units are well spaced and the on-site facilities include a convenience and camping store. The unit is built to a fully residential specification with full double glazing, LPG gas central heating and mains plumbing. Located on a holiday site the annual licence allow occupation for 11 months of the year (March – January) the site is closed in February when the holiday home must be vacated. Room sizes Caravan overall dimensions: 42' x 14' Lounge/kitchen: 20' 10" x 13' 10" (6.35m x 4.22m) Inner hall: 8' 00" x 2' 5" (2.44m x 0.74m) Shower room: 7' 10" x 3' 5" (2.39m x 1.04m) Bedroom one: 13' 6" x 8' 3" (4.11m x 2.51m) En suite dressing area: 6' 6" x 4' 1" (1.98m x 1.24m) En suite bathroom: 6' 11" x 4' 4" (2.11m x 1.32m) Bedroom two: 9' 4" x 7' 5" (2.84m x 2.26m) Exterior Personal sundeck Two storage sheds, one with electric Parking for one vehicle next to home Communal lawned grounds surround the unit Utilities Electricity: via standpoint and billed individually to each unit on personal usage Water and sewerage charges: included within the annual pitch fees Heating: LPG Gas tank Council tax: exempt Broadband: available, superfast WiFi available for additional charge Mobile signal and coverage: varies between providers Superfast premium WiFi Holiday home owners can upgrade WiFi to a premium superfast service which costs £25 per month . Installation fees may be payable depending on when installed. Annual fees Annual pitch fees are payable by all holiday home owners - monthly direct debit payment options are available. Fees are: Silver pitch: £5,010 Decking fee: £375

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< Back The Bolt Hole The Bolt Hole The Bolt Hole The Bolt Hole The Bolt Hole 1/12 Narrowboat Colecraft 37ft 1970s £50,000 SOLD Contact the owner Matthew Adams Description The Bolt Hole is a 37' narrowboat in very good working condition, moored in Springfield Marina on the 'Marsh Side'. It is connected to mains electricity and is moored not far from a water point. The kitchen has a fridge, gas oven & hob. There is a small shower and toilet. The table in the living room drops down to provide a double bed. The hull was blacked with new anodes fitted last year and the boat was repainted. The engine was fully serviced last year. BSS certificate expires May 26th 2025. Specifications Vessel type: Narrowboat Builder: Colecraft Constructed:1970s Number of engines: 1 Engine model: BMC 1500cc Fuel type: Diesel Drive type: Stern drive Length over all: 37' Hull material: Steel Previous Next

< Back to What's On Our Parks - Legs, Bums and Tums Enjoy this great strengthen session in the park Date: 3 January Time: 10:00 FREE Walthamstow Marshes Location: Book your space > Our 60 minute beginner LBT classes introduce body weight exercises with intervals all with a focus on strengthening the Legs, Bums, and Tums! This all levels class is perfect for beginners as our friendly coaches offer many different variations to suit all levels. You'll only need to bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout your workout. Please Book In for your class to reserve your space & of course we'd love for you to bring a friend along as well! Previous Next

< Back to What's On Practical Conservation We invite you to join us at the Paddock for our conservation activities in 2025! Date: 10 December Time: 10:00 - 15:00 FREE The Paddock Location: See more > Activity description We invite you to join us at the Paddock for our conservation activities in 2025! Beginners and experienced gardeners always welcome. Tasks vary by season, and may include: meadow and woodland maintenance, path clearance, pond work, woodwork and more. Meeting place Meet outside the 2 x green metal cabins. Address: The Paddock Community Nature Park, Ferry Lane, London, N17 9BS Please note the post code is not very accurate, look for a large red metal fence and large ‘The Paddock’ sign in white letters. Opposite Bream Close. Previous Next

< Back to What's On Conservation volunteer task Coppicing Willow at Silvermeade Date: 10 December Time: 10:00 - 15:00 FREE Silvermeade Location: Register here > What do you need? All you need to bring is suitable outdoor clothing, footwear, a packed lunch with water and plenty of enthusiasm. Hot drinks, tools and training are provided. Please bring your own mug and work gloves (if you have them) to reduce the likelihood of spreading Covid-19. What happens on the day? The Rangers will be at the meeting place at 10:00. They'll give you an introduction to the site and project and show you how to use the tools safely. The projects are normally completed by 15:00. Most people stay all day but any time you can spare will certainly help to make a difference! Please note: every effort is made to ensure that the programme will remain unchanged, however due to unforeseen circumstances this may not always be possible. Please confirm your attendance at the task within a minimum of 48 hours in advance or we cannot guarantee a place on the day. Booking is essential, you can book a place via our volunteers database. Previous Next