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Rye House Gatehouse – Stanstead Lock loop from Hoddesdon

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Rye House Gatehouse – Stanstead Lock loop from Hoddesdon

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Rye House Gatehouse – Stanstead Lock loop from Hoddesdon

02:49

11.2km

20m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.23 km

Rye House Power Station Dock (Disused)

Lake

2.97 km

Rye House Gatehouse

Highlight • Historical Site

Rye House Gatehouse was built to project power, prestige and wealth. One of the first brick houses in the country, it boasts outstanding detail and decoration. Built in 1443, the impressive structure is Grade I-listed.

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3.88 km

River Lee Navigation at Rye Meads

Highlight • River

Beautiful area of walking along the River Lee Navigation. Opportunities to spot baby Gosling, Ducklings & baby Cygnets.

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5.37 km

River Lee Navigation at Stanstead Abbotts

Highlight • Viewpoint

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

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5.84 km

Water Point

Highlight • Rest Area

Moderate Trail Along The River

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5.86 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 bridge. The lock is close to the village of Stanstead Abbot, making it a good place to explore and make a pit-stop.

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11.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.86 km

2.25 km

1.38 km

538 m

162 m

Surfaces

6.06 km

2.54 km

1.38 km

588 m

554 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 16 May

16°C

8°C

20 %

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Rye House Gatehouse – Stanstead Lock loop from Hoddesdon

Rye House Gatehouse

River Lee Navigation at Rye Meads

River Lee Navigation at Stanstead Abbotts

Water Point

Stanstead Lock

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