Lee Valley Campsite Sewardstone

LOOP link to Chingford station

Connects to Chingford station through suburban streets and residential areas of Waltham Forest. Terrain is flat and paved throughout, making it ideal for families with buggies and young children. Dogs welcome on leads, particularly useful for those arriving by train. Perfect for quick leg-stretchers between transport connections or starting point for longer walks into nearby Epping Forest, though the link itself offers limited scenic interest beyond urban convenience.

London LOOP (Section 19)

Follows the Thames Path through historic Purfleet and into peaceful countryside towards the Rainham Marshes RSPB reserve. Mostly flat riverside and marshland paths, excellent for families and buggies on paved sections near town (some uneven gravel further out). Dogs welcome but keep on leads around wildlife areas. Fantastic birdwatching opportunities and river views make this a gentle nature-focused section ideal for spotting waders, especially during migration seasons.

London LOOP (Section 18)

Follows the River Lea through Enfield Lock and past King George's Reservoir on mostly flat, paved towpaths and quiet residential streets. Excellent for families and buggies, though some short sections involve steps near locks. Dogs welcome on leads near water. Industrial heritage meets surprising wetland nature reserves, with canal boats, historic navigation works, and abundant birdlife making this an unexpectedly peaceful slice of London's waterway history.

Lea Valley Walk

Follows the River Lea through 50 miles of surprisingly varied landscapes from the Thames to Hertfordshire's chalk springs. Mostly flat towpath and riverside trails, perfect for families, buggies (some sections may be unsurfaced), and dogs on leads. Expect a mix of urban waterways, nature reserves, and historical mill sites. Easily split into shorter sections with good public transport links throughout, making it ideal for gentle daily walks or a multi-day linear adventure discovering London's in

Epping Forest Big Walk