London Rivers Week Guided Walk

Walthamstow Wetlands Coppermill stream view

Walthamstow Wetlands Coppermill stream view credit Ian Phillips

Banded demoiselle

Banded demoiselle credit Mark Hamblin/2020VISION

Walthamstow Wetlands Engine House view

Walthamstow Wetlands Engine House view credit Ian Phillips

London Rivers Week Guided Walk

Location:
Join us to learn about the reservoirs, ponds & streams that make up Walthamstow Wetlands and the different wildlife that inhabit them.

Event details

Meeting point

Outside the Engine House

Date

Time
1:00pm - 3:00pm
A static map of London Rivers Week Guided Walk

About the event

In celebration of London Rivers Week 2024 ('London is a river city'), join our friendly guides for a walk around the reserve where we'll explore the different aquatic habitats that make up Walthamstow Wetlands including our reservoirs, ponds and the Coppermill Stream. We'll delve into the different insects, birds and mammals that call these habitats home and look at the ponds we have created to help our water-dwelling wildlife.

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 2 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 young people over 12 (accompanied by an adult). Further information will be sent out prior to the event.

Booking

Price

Free

Suitable for

Beginners

Know before you go

Dogs

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.

Mobility

The walk will last approximately 2 hours and will include some gentle inclines.

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

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

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

Bicycle parking

Available outside the Engine House
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Facilities

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

Contact us

Visitor Engagement Team at Walthamstow Wetlands