Hackney Parks
Go to online mappingFrom - to: Springfield Park to Haggerston Park
Type: Park routes, sections of minor roads, short sections on busier roads
Access: Clapton Station, Bethnal Green, Hackney Downs or Hackney Central
Surface: Tarmac road, surfaced towpaths and park tracks
Starting at Springfield Park in Upper Clapton, this route threads together attractive green spaces in this area of northeast London. Riding along the towpath route with expansive views over Walthamstow Marshes, it feels like you are on Hackney's green fringe.
The route links with National Route 1, so longer rides or walks up and down the Lea Valley are accessible.
To the south, the route passes through the lively London Fields, with sports facilities, a lido and children's playground. On Saturdays, Broadway Market is bustling with many food stalls, as well as stalls for clothes and other goods. If you are riding the route on market day, you are likely to have to walk your bike here.
Haggerston Park, where this route ends has a city farm, as well as a small bmx track, suitable for younger children.
Local attractions:
- Springfield Park has a children's playground and tennis courts
- Sutton House, Hackney
- London Fields Lido
- Haggerstone Park city farm is open all year (except Mondays)
Bike hire:
- Go Pedal delivers and collects to most areas in London
- City Bike Service, local cycle hire in Shoreditch