Lea Bridge Road, London E10 7QL
Walthamstow Marshes
Mixed-habitat reserve
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Why it's Wildland
6.2One of London’s remaining floodplain marshlands, described by its manager as an urban refuge for more than 400 plant and animal species.
A substantial stretch of floodplain nature within London, with an unusually rich wildlife story for an urban visit. Come for open marshland and a change of pace; the supplied evidence does not establish a particular trail or wildlife sighting.
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The experience
Keep the visit simple: explore the marshland at a suitable pace and take time to notice the changing habitat. The supplied sources do not establish a named route, particular wildlife sightings or a recommended visit duration.
Things to do
Explore the floodplain marshland
Spend time in the marshland landscape. The reserve manager describes it as one of London’s last remaining floodplain marshlands and an urban refuge for more than 400 plant and animal species.
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A short marshland escape
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Visit during the times confirmed by the reserve manager.
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Explore the marshland at a pace and over a distance that suit you.
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Take in the contrast between the open floodplain landscape and its London setting.
When to go
· No specific time of day is established by the supplied sources.
No seasonal wildlife timings or other best-season guidance are established by the supplied sources.
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What to look for
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Notice the contrast between open marshland and the surrounding city. The reserve manager describes the site as supporting more than 400 plant and animal species
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specific species are not established in the supplied evidence.
Best time to go
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Check current reserve information for seasonal wildlife and conditions; no specific best time is established by the supplied evidence.
How long to spend
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Walkers · Wildlife lovers · Photographers
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Listed hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Opening & access
Lee Valley Regional Park describes the marshes as open 24 hours a day. Check current visitor information before travelling.
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Accessibility
The source row reports a wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance. Check current route and surface information before visiting.
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Around Walthamstow Marshes
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
