As it’s spring equinox, let’s go see the beautiful birds in the Lee Valley wetlands! It’s a protected area, supporting over 10,000 birds each year from all over the world. As we walk from Cheshunt to Broxbourne, we’ll be on the lookout for Tufted and Shoveler ducks, cormorants, geese and swans, plus you’ll hear a bit about why wetlands are so important for us, especially in our fight against climate change.
Once you get your ticket, please click the Whatsapp link in the confirmation and read the joining instructions about where we will meet.
- Distance: 15.84km / 9.84 miles
- Difficulty rating: Beginner/Improver*
- Walking time: 4 hours
- Pace: Not too fast, with a stop at a pub around halfway round.
- Elevation: 19m– 33m (total ascent 11 metres - basically entirely flat).
- Accessibility: This walk will mostly be on tow paths and cycle paths, which are usually accessible there might be mud. There is are two wheelchair accessible toilets en route.
- Kit needed: Comfortable shoes you don't mind getting wet and muddy, waterproof jacket, packed lunch and water (at least 1 litre), personal medication, warm clothing, and something to sit on the ground (plastic bag, sit mat etc.).
Any questions or if you are unwaged/a carer/can't afford a ticket, let me know and if there's still space, I'll ping you a free ticket - outtohike@gmail.com
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Kat x
* Beginner/Improver walks are for people who have been on short walks before (walks with friends/family, dog walks, complete beginner walks in a group etc.) but want to try a half day walk that involves walking a little further- this walk is long but almost totally flat, so shouldn’t too challenging. Everyone is welcome but it is important that we all go at the same pace, so be prepared to walk slower than usual, especially if you are used to walking longer distances more frequently. The idea is to have a chilled time connecting with nature and enjoying the journey together - not ‘smashing the hike' as fast as possible. Snack breaks and pauses to marvel at nature are encouraged!