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Walthamstow Wetlands
Reservoir paths, bird hides and the Engine House café bring wide-open water and wildlife into an east London outing with free general entry.
- Location
- 2 Forest Road, London N17 9NHFree
A place worth knowing
From October to March the reserve closes at 16:00; April to September closing is 17:00, with earlier last entry. The 1–2–3 and 4–5 paths are temporarily closed for pylon works, expected to finish by the end of October 2026. Follow signs and return the same way at closures. Only assistance dogs are allowed.
Practical details last checked 24 Sept 2026
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Walthamstow Wetlands
2 Forest Road, London N17 9NH
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2 Forest Road, London N17 9NH
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