A guidebook to the Lea Valley Walk, a 50-mile long-distance path from Luton to the Thames, following the River Lea from its source near Leagrave to East India Dock. The walk offers level, waymarked walking for all abilities and takes around 3–6 days.

The route is presented in nine stages between 2 and 13 kms (1-8 miles) in length with an alternative finish at Limehouse and optional tour of the Olympic Park.

• 1:50,000 OS maps included for each stage


• The walk offers traffic-free walking passing through Lee Valley Regional Park, Hartfield, Waltham Abbey, and the Olympic Park


• Railway stations make each stage accessible


• Detailed information on public transport, refreshments, and accommodation for each route stage


• Facilities table to help you plan your itinerary