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The old docks in the East End... Sometimes the redevelopment works, sometimes it doesn't quite. It's noticeable how much money has been invested here, and it's certainly a stylish and undoubtedly very expensive place to live. But it was so empty. So soulless. Apart from a few pigeons, there was no sign of life. When a delivery van did turn the corner or a person hurried by, the sound echoed loudly and felt even more lonely. The square is beautifully laid out, but for me, it's absolutely NOT inviting. I sat down anyway and took a break to see if anything would happen. Maybe in the summer? I was there in February. 🤔

HLはちょうどここに、つまり橋の上にあります。渡るときはあまり素晴らしいものではありません。 写真で見る素晴らしい景色を楽しむには、池の周りを1周する必要があります。 今日は（2月）足首まで泥にはまっていました。その代わり、2ダースのリスが楽しそうに私の周りで踊っていました。 価値のある寄り道ですが、冬は少なくとも制限があります。

Just a short hop from Central London, this 520-acre (211 ha) wetland is a treat for wildlife enthusiasts and those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. These reservoirs provide drinking water for around 3.5 million people every day. Cyclists are welcome on the designated paths but be aware that pedestrians have priority here.

bring seeds and leave them for the birds on the bridge

When you come and visit Limehouse remember you're at the gateway between the River Thames and over 2,000 miles of navigable canals and rivers. It connects to the rest of our network along the Limehouse Cut - the oldest canal in London and one you may recognise from a certain Mission Impossible film sequence. Once a dock, today Limehouse is a marina, home to narrowboats, yachts and visiting ocean-going pleasure craft. Yet with shops and cafes, it still makes for a great spot for a family day out or afternoon stroll. Look out for the road swing bridge at the entrance to the Thames. When tall masted boats either arrive or leave the basin, Narrow Street traffic is stopped. Red lights and a siren indicate to the traffic that they must stop, then the barriers come down before the bridge swings open. (https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/places-to-visit/limehouse-basin)

Victoria Park is an incredibly popular park claiming some 9 million visitors every year. There are a lot of facilities on offer, two cafes, sports facilities and a skate park. There are also decorative gardens, natural areas and lakes. It consistently wins awards as a Peoples Choice / Peoples Favourite green space.

Walthamstow Wetlands is a 521-acre (211 ha) site comprising ten reservoirs that provide drinking water for London. It's so close to the centre of the town that only cycling is possible to understand how easy is to reach the reservoirs for a small city escape.

Great park, really crowded in the Summer.