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Hackney Marshes – Highams Park Boating Lake loop from Shadwell

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Hackney Marshes – Highams Park Boating Lake loop from Shadwell

Moderate

4.7

(3)

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Hackney Marshes – Highams Park Boating Lake loop from Shadwell

03:35

57.3km

270m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 53.1 km for 71 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.86 km

Viewpoint

8.35 km

Hackney Marshes

Highlight • Viewpoint

Hackney Marshes is a park and nature reserve that is home to lots of wildlife and is hailed as the ‘spiritual home of Sunday league football’. Keep a look-out for …

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14.3 km

Hollow Pond

Highlight • Trail

Hollow Pond is on the southern tip of Epping Forest in London. It was built in the 18th century as a reservoir for water supply. Today it's a lovely recreational …

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15.7 km

Rising Sun Woods

Forest

18.6 km

Highams Park Boating Lake

Highlight • Forest

Tranquil oasis in the middle of Epping Forest. It can get busy at the weekends, but it's a really nice spot to stop and take a breather.

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19.0 km

Highams Park Lake

Highlight • Forest

Lots of ducks and swans on the water

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25.7 km

Kings Oak Restaurant, Epping Forest

Highlight • Restaurant

Possible to get some refreshments here. Burgers and hotdogs, cold drinks or coffee. Just about food- don't expect mind-blowing experience. It gives you calories but that's it. Well price is not more than £5 so can't really complain. Hehe

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25.9 km

High Beach Viewpoint, Epping Forest

Highlight • Parking

Stop by this large, grassy clearing in Epping Forest for excellent views of the countryside beyond London and the M25.

There's a pub serving food here (The Kings Oak), and …

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29.4 km

Epping Forest

Highlight • Trail

Epping Forest is a beautiful ancient woodland bordering Essex and Greater London. It is one of the largest public open spaces in the London area, covering around 2,400 hectares (approximately …

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