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Lea Valley Walk – Ayot Greenway loop from Harlington

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Lea Valley Walk – Ayot Greenway loop from Harlington

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Lea Valley Walk – Ayot Greenway loop from Harlington

04:45

76.7km

520m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 16 m for 9 m

After 76.8 km for 9 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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17.5 km

Lea Valley Walk

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a lovely long-distance path along the River Lee. The trail leads 50 miles (80 km) between Leagrave, near Luton, and Limehouse Basin in London. Waymarked with a swan, …

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24.1 km

Lea Valley Walk – Batford Mill Junction

Highlight • Trail

This path follows the Lea River valley all the way to Luton. It's a bit muddy this end in winter.

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27.4 km

Ayot Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a hidden gem a great section of gravel with a steady climb and a great downhill section

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31.1 km

Long Spring

Forest

32.3 km

Sherrardspark Wood Local Nature Reserve

Highlight • Forest

Western end of the traffic-free section of the Ayot Greenway (Sustrans Route 57) between Ayot Green and Welwyn Garden City.

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36.0 km

Stanborough Lakes

Highlight • Lake

Great for walks, fishing and picnics. Playground area for kids, and boat hire, water zorbing. Small restaurant and toilets available.

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36.5 km

Stanborough South Lake

Highlight • Lake

Fantastic outside space but how much to park a car!!!!

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43.9 km

Robinson's Wood

Forest

49.1 km

Batford Springs Nature Reserve and Lower Luton Road Cycleway

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

The Lea Valley Walk follows the route along the Lea Navigation Towpath between Luton and Limehouse in East London. This particular stretch flows out of Harpenden and past the Aldwickbury Park Golf Course through a medley of vibrant green trees.

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54.9 km

View from the Capability Brown Statues

Highlight (Segment) • Monument

Sit on the bench by the x3 statues, savour the views and watch the cattle strolling about and eating!

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76.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.4 km

26.9 km

9.23 km

3.98 km

2.84 km

542 m

Surfaces

53.1 km

11.3 km

8.64 km

2.77 km

585 m

341 m

Elevation

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Highest point (160 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

Weather

Thursday 18 June

27°C

14°C

0 %

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Lea Valley Walk – Ayot Greenway loop from Harlington

Lea Valley Walk

Lea Valley Walk – Batford Mill Junction

Ayot Greenway

Sherrardspark Wood Local Nature Reserve

Stanborough Lakes

Stanborough South Lake

Batford Springs Nature Reserve and Lower Luton Road Cycleway

View from the Capability Brown Statues

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