Easneye Wood – Stanstead Lock loop from St Margarets

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Easneye Wood – Stanstead Lock loop from St Margarets

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Easneye Wood – Stanstead Lock loop from St Margarets

01:49

7.00km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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209 m

River Lee Navigation at Stanstead Abbotts

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Jolly Fisherman is a lovely pub with plenty of outdoor seating.

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471 m

The Village Café

Highlight • Cafe

PIT STOP FOR CUPPA & MUFFIN, AMAZING SERVICE😀

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3.57 km

Easneye Wood

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

This beautiful woodland is moments away from the busy towns of Ware and Stanstead Abbotts in Hertfordshire. This is a great place for spotting Red Kite's if you're keen on birdwatching.

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4.99 km

Otter Observation Point, Amwell Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

early in the morning otters can be seen here

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5.26 km

View of the River Lee Navigation

Highlight • Viewpoint

Drop into the RSPB Rye Meads Nature Reserve to see the kingfishers.

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6.35 km

Water Point

Highlight • Rest Area

Moderate Trail Along The River

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6.37 km

Stanstead Lock

Highlight • Bridge

The lock which incorporates a rare example of a swing-bridge has the reputation of being one of the country's most difficult to negotiate.

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6.38 km

Stanstead Lock

Highlight • Bridge

Stanstead Lock has earned the reputation as the most difficult in England for barges to pass through, due to the fact that it incorporates a rare example of a swing …

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