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Overview

This is an easy walk around Gunpowder Park, a former munitions testing ground and Enfield Island Village the site of The Royal Small Arms factory that produced the Lee Enfield rifle. This varied route provides an insight into the area’s past as well as tranquil sections along the River Lee.

Wednesday, 31 January 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

This is an easy walk is on surfaced and semi surfaced paths. 

Features

  • Car parking available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
TQ 38557 99382
Nearest postcode:
EN9 3GP
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Start time:
10:30 am

Meet in the car park, Gunpowder Park, Sewardstone Road, Waltham Abbey. Public transport information can be found on travelline.info Car park charges apply. App: paybyphone or you can pay by card at the end. No cash payments.

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