Discover Walthamstow Wetlands Guided Walk

Three people looking over bridge at Walthamstow Wetlands

© Eleanor Church

Walthamstow Wetlands Engine House view

Walthamstow Wetlands Engine House view credit Ian Phillips 

Geologists’ Association visiting Lockwood Reservoir excavation 1901

© Thames Water

Discover Walthamstow Wetlands Guided Walk

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Join us for this fun and informative guided walk, and uncover the natural beauty and hidden histories of Europe's largest urban wetlands.

Event details

Meeting point

Engine House visitor centre

Date

Time
11:00am - 12:30pm
A static map of Discover Walthamstow Wetlands Guided Walk

About the event

What makes Walthamstow Wetlands so special, locally and internationally? What wildlife can be found around the reserve? What is the history of the Engine house? How many Londoners are supplied with drinking water from the reservoirs?

Come and find the answers to these questions and many more about Walthamstow Wetlands on a guided walk around the reserve, led by our experienced, friendly guides.

This is a gentle walk around the reserve on paths - there may be some gentle inclines, strong stout footwear recommended. The walk will last approximately 1.5 hours and will be fully outdoors - so dress for the weather! Please bring some water and if you have binoculars do bring them, but it’s not essential.

This walk is for over 18s and children over 12 accompanied by an adult. Further information will be sent out prior to the event.

Booking

Price

Free, but donations are very welcome

Suitable for

Adults, Beginners

Know before you go

Dogs

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Assistance dogs only

Please be advised that trained assistance dogs on duty are welcome, but in order to protect the sensitive habitat and drinking water supply, we cannot allow other dogs or pets of any kind on-site, as the wildlife may become distressed.

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Mobility

The walk will last 1.5 hours and will include some gentle inclines. 

Please contact the team via email if you have additional mobility requirements and need further information. 

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Wheelchair access

There are accessible trails around the reserve, as well as ramps leading to the café, toilets and shop area
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Hearing loop

Available at reception
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What to bring

Comfortable footwear, water and binoculars if you have them (not essential)

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Parking information

There is a paid car park on site, 9.30am - 4pm
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Bicycle parking

Next to the Engine House visitor centre and on the north side of reserve
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Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Disabled parking
Accessible trails

Contact us

The Visitor Engagement Team