Short breaks in the Lee Valley

If you’ve never visited before, you’ll discover some amazing places, activities and experiences. And if you’re already a fan, you’ll find many new attractions and events to enjoy this year.

White water rafting thrills, tranquil open countryside, beautiful gardens and heritage sites, tons of family-friendly activities and London’s iconic attractions close by - it’s the unique variety of the Lee Valley that makes a short break here so special. So come and camp, caravan, stay in a family lodge or riverside youth hostel.

You’ll be very welcome, and you’ll soon be back!

The short break that’s long on variety

The Lee Valley is simply unique. Stretching from Hertfordshire, through Essex and east London to the Thames, there’s no place quite like it for brilliant days out and sheer variety of things to do.

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Camping, caravanning, family lodges and holiday homes

Lee Valley Caravan Park, Dobbs Weir, Hertfordshire 2-3

Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone, north London 4-5

Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park, Edmonton, north London 6-7

WaterWorks Campsite, Leyton, east London 8-9 Youth hostelling and chalets

YHA London Lee Valley, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire 10-11

Lee Valley Boat Centre Riverside Chalets, Broxbourne, Hertfordshire 12-13

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At the new Lee Valley Caravan Park you’d never guess you were just a 30 minute train ride from central London… Sited on a tranquil bend in the River Lee, the spacious campsite is surrounded by picturesque countryside with lots of opportunities to wind down and relax. Miles of cycling and walking routes, excellent fishing, wildlife watching, a 1,000 acre country park and a riverside pub are right here on your doorstep.

If history’s your thing the fascinating Hatfield House and Knebworth House are also nearby, as are the market towns of Hoddesdon, Ware, Waltham Abbey and Hertford. Broxbourne train station, which takes you to London Liverpool Street, is a 10 minute drive, short bus ride or a pleasant half hour walk through River Lee Country Park.

The site is laid out to give plenty of space around your tent or caravan, and there’s a range of luxury static caravan holiday homes available to purchase. With modern shower facilities, caravan storage, a shop and attractive landscaping, Lee Valley Caravan Park makes a perfect base for your short break or holiday home.

Lee Valley Caravan parkDobbs Weir, Charlton Meadows, Essex Road, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire EN11 0AS

Tel: 08456 770 609 Email: [email protected] Open: Summer 2012

DirectionsBy car: From the A10 take the Hoddesdon turn off, then at the

second roundabout turn left signposted Dobbs Weir. Lee Valley Caravan Park is on the right within 1 mile.

By bus: The 320 runs between Hoddesdon and Broxbourne and stops on Dobbs Weir Road.

By train: The nearest rail station is Broxbourne (1 miles).

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The fun starts here!

• Go wildlife spotting at Rye Meads or

Amwell Nature Reserves

• Explore the countryside on foot or bike

• Catch some quality fishing time

• Chill out with a picnic in River Lee

Country Park

• Meet the animals at Lee Valley

Park Farms

• Explore historic Cambridge

• Go karting at Rye House Speedway

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• Meet the animals at Lee Valley

Park Farms

• Cruise the River Lee with boat hire

at Lee Valley Boat Centre

• Dare to raft the rapids at Lee Valley

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• Explore River Lee Country Park

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• Hit the mountain bike trails

of Epping Forest

• Relax and unwind at Myddelton

House Gardens

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Lee Valley CampsiteSewardstone Road, Chingford, London E4 7RA

Tel: 020 8529 5689Fax: 020 8559 4070 Email: [email protected] Open: All year, except February

DirectionsBy car: Situated on the A112 between Chingford and Waltham

Abbey to the South of the M25. Leave M25 at junction 26 and follow signs.

By bus: 215 from Walthamstow Central Underground Station on the Victoria Line, 379 & 505 from Chingford Rail Station.

By train: The nearest rail station is Chingford.By tube: The nearest Underground station is Walthamstow

Central on the Victoria Line.

Lee Valley Campsite, SewardstoneThe countryside campsite that’s handy for central London too… Why not take a short break in the best of both worlds? Lee Valley Campsite is just that; a brilliant base for exploring the countryside and handy for central London too. The 1,000 acre River Lee Country Park is on the doorstep, with its traffic-free cycling and walking trails, boating, rare wildlife and even white water rafting, and Epping Forest with its mountain bike tracks is also close by.

If you’re looking to discover the sights and sounds of the big city, from here you can be right at the heart of London in less than 40 minutes via bus and Underground. And to make things easy, London travel cards are for sale in the campsite shop.

The site’s a perfect spot for tents and caravans, or you can choose to stay in a cosy ‘cocoon’ or family cabin.

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Lee Valley Camping and Caravan parkA peaceful site that puts you in easy reach of both central London and the many attractions of Lee Valley Regional Park… Oxford Street, Buckingham Palace, the London Eye - from Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park you can be taking in all the iconic sights of London in less than an hour.

On the other hand, you can be deep into the 1,000 acre River Lee Country Park or Epping Forest in a matter of minutes. There are also horse riding and ice centres nearby. The overall complex includes an 18-hole golf course, Odeon cinema and an athletics centre – in other words, you won’t be stuck for things to do!

You’ll also find the site has excellent facilities, a shop where you can buy travel cards and a fun adventure playground.

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Lee Valley Camping and Caravan parkMeridian Way, Edmonton, London N9 0AR

Tel: 020 8803 6900Fax: 020 8884 4975Email: [email protected] Open: All year

DirectionsBy car: Leave the M25 at junction 25, follow signs for central

London. At the first set of traffic lights turn left signposted to Freezywater (A1055). Continue straight along this road for approximately 6 miles (10kms). Follow signs for Lee Valley Leisure Complex. After roundabout with flags, turn left at second set of lights on to complex. The campsite can be found to the rear.

By bus: The W8 connects to Edmonton Green Rail Station.By train: The nearest rail stations are Ponders End and Edmonton

Green on the Liverpool Street Line. By tube: The nearest Underground station is Tottenham Hale on

the Victoria Line.

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• Shop and sightsee in the heart

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• Tee off for a round at the onsite

18 hole parkland course

• Catch some quality fishing time

• Cycle along the towpath to the

Olympic Park

• Visit historic Cambridge

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The fun starts here!• Stroll just 15 minutes to the heart of the action in the Olympic Park

• Catch the sights and shopping of central London• Get your skates on at the ice centre

• Enjoy a range of onsite family activities• Visit historic Cambridge• Explore the rich nature reserves on your doorstep

WaterWorks Campsite

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WaterWorks CampsiteWaterWorks Nature Reserve & Golf Centre, Lammas Road, Leyton, London E10 7NU

Tel: 0845 130 7633 Open: 20 July until 16 August 2012

DirectionsBy car: Just off the A104 Lea Bridge Road.By train: The nearest train station is Clapton Station.By bus: 48, 55, 56 stop along Lea Bridge Road.By tube: The nearest underground station is Walthamstow Central.

The WaterWorks Nature Reserve and upcoming campsite is just a 15 minute stroll from the amazing Olympic Park… The plan is to transform the current golf centre into a purpose-designed event campsite, giving you an affordable place to lay your head right on the doorstep of the Olympic Park. You’ll be within easy reach of the sites and attractions of central London, with the West End around a 40 minute bus ride away. The site will be in the capable hands of The Camping and Caravanning Club but open to all, with 320 pitches, full state-of-the-art camping facilities and on-site catering.

So, from its opening on 20 July 2012, WaterWorks Campsite is sure to be an amazing place to stay!

YHA London Lee Valley - CheshuntWindmill Lane, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire EN8 9AJ

Tel: 0845 371 9057Fax: 0845 371 9058Email: [email protected] Open: All year round

DirectionsBy car: 10 minutes from junction 25 of the M25.By train: Cheshunt Rail Station is a 2 minute walk and 20 minutes

to/from London Liverpool Street.By bus: C1, 242, 310A, 310B or 311.By boat: 20 metres from the River Lee.

YHA London Lee ValleyYHA London Lee Valley in Cheshunt: perfect for families and groups of friends… The YHA (Youth Hostel Association) has a long history of providing affordable accommodation in special places, and YHA London Lee Valley is just such a location. Six Scandinavian-style lodges offer en suite rooms in twin, double and family formats. You’ll find Sky TV laid on, plus a licensed restaurant, comfy lounges, laundry, internet access and bike hire. And if you’re planning a family get-together, conference or private use of the facilities can be booked in advance.

YHA London Lee Valley is in the River Lee Country Park, so as far as bird and wildlife watching, walking, cycling, fishing, and generally enjoying wide open spaces are concerned, you’re in the perfect spot. You’ll also find swimming and leisure facilities, boat hire, a multi-activity centre, farm attraction and orienteering course all nearby.

And don’t forget that all the attractions of central London are just a 20 minute train ride away.

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The fun starts here!• Explore River Lee Country Park on foot or bike• Meet the animals at Lee Valley

Park Farms• Cruise the River Lee with boat hire at

Lee Valley Boat Centre• Dare to raft the rapids at Lee Valley

White Water Centre• Catch the sights and shopping of central London• Have a day out in historic Cambridge

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The fun starts here!• Cruise the River Lee with boat hire on your doorstep• Explore River Lee Country Park on

foot or bike• Meet the animals at Lee Valley Park Farms• Dare to raft the rapids at Lee Valley

White Water Centre• Shop and sightsee in the heart of London

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Lee Valley Boat Centre riverside ChaletsOld Nazeing Road, Broxbourne, Hertfordshire EN10 6LX

Tel: 01992 462 085Fax: 01992 440 235Email: [email protected] Open: All year, except November

DirectionsBy car: 15 minutes from J25 of the M25.By train: 5 minutes walk from Broxbourne Rail Station.

Lee Valley Boat Centre riverside ChaletsLooking for a peaceful spot to get away from it all? These chalets really are on a quiet backwater! Mill Stream is a tributary of the River Lee, and that’s where you’ll discover the haven of these Riverside Chalets. Perfect for walkers, wildlife watchers, golfers, cyclists, fishing fans and those who like to mess about in boats, the chalets provide great value basic accommodation.

You can hire your own boat or canoe at the centre, or cruise aboard the ‘Lady of Lee Valley’ passenger boat and tour the placid River Lee. You’re also ideally located for a trip into London, or if you’re looking to chill out, there are some great riverside pubs too!

All chalets are equipped with a microwave and hob, eating and cooking utensils, fridge, colour TV, shower and toilet, plus heating should you need it. Bedding is provided too.

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Everyone’s idea of fun

For familiesA short break in the Lee Valley has everything you need to keep the whole family happy! Younger kids in particular will love Lee Valley Park Farms, where you can make friends with rare breed sheep, cows and pigs, cuddle giant fluffy rabbits and say hello to a charming family of meerkats.

For older children, activities such as canoeing at Lee Valley Boat Centre, disc golf, ice skating, horse riding and more are all well catered for in and around the Lee Valley. The natural play area near Cheshunt Rail Station is also a brilliant option, where kids can play imaginatively for hours in a specially created play environment.

And what about the parents? With plenty of sport opportunities, quiet walking and bike trails, heritage sites, restful spaces (and the odd riverside pub), there’s every opportunity to be as active or chilled as the fancy takes you!

For nature loversWith the River Lee, numerous lakes, flood meadows and diverse habitats, Lee Valley is home to an astonishing variety of wildlife. You can discover everything from otters to bitterns, grass snakes to damselflies at many different sites.

At the northern end of the valley, Amwell Nature Reserve is a nationally important bird habitat. Rye Meads’ wetlands near Hoddesdon attracts vast numbers of various bird species, and you can also take advantage of excellent hide and educational facilities here.

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Everyone’s idea of funIf you simply want to wander and relax in wide open spaces, quiet woodlands, and waterside environments, Lee Valley is for you. Take a stroll in Myddelton House Gardens or Waltham Abbey Gardens and Cornmill Meadows Dragonfly Sanctuary, where history, flora and fauna mingle in fascinating ways.

Even in the inner city, the Lee Valley delivers natural wonders – Bow Creek, East India Dock Basin and the WaterWorks Nature Reserve near Leyton are true wildlife havens, all just a short bus ride from the middle of London.

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For outdoor activities and sportWhether you’re after some gentle exercise, adventure or a serious workout, the Lee Valley has all the options. Throughout the area you’ll find miles of footpaths and bike routes – you can stroll a couple of miles or cover all the ground from inner London to Ware. It’s up to you!

Daredevils should head for Lee Valley White Water Centre at Waltham Cross. The only London 2012 venue to open to the public before the Games, this is where you can tackle the rapids in a white water raft.

Less frantic boating can be found at Lee Valley Boat Centre, where you can hire canoes, rowing boats and electric powered craft. Herts Young Mariners Base in Cheshunt offers tuition in activities such as canoeing, sailing, climbing and even caving.

Or how about something really different? Try your hand at Disc Golf, a growing (and addictive!) sport that’s like golf, but with Frisbees!

For so many events throughout the yearThere’s so much going on in the Lee Valley throughout the year, it’s well worth keeping up with all the latest activities news. Take a look at visitleevalley.org.uk regularly and you won’t miss a thing!

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Lee Valley Regional Park Authority 08456 770 [email protected]

@LeeValleyPark All information correct as of April 2012

The Lee Valley is packed with amazing days out, activities and experiences. Ice skating, horse riding, miles of quiet paths and bike routes, golf, fishing, wildlife watching, heritage sites and beautiful gardens – one visit is never enough!

Start your adventure at visitleevalley.org.uk

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Amwell Nature Reserve

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Rye Meads Nature Reserve Rye House Gatehouse

Lee Valley Caravan Park, Dobbs Weir

Lee Valley Boat Centre & Chalets

River Lee Country Park (Fishers Green) Lee Valley Park Farms

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