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East Of England

East Hertfordshire

Stanstead St Margarets

River Lea Navigation at Ware – View of Amwell Nature Reserve loop from Stanstead St Margarets

Bike touring routes & trails

East Of England

East Hertfordshire

Stanstead St Margarets

River Lea Navigation at Ware – View of Amwell Nature Reserve loop from Stanstead St Margarets

Easy

4.5

(4)

25

riders

River Lea Navigation at Ware – View of Amwell Nature Reserve loop from Stanstead St Margarets

01:09

18.1km

40m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 6.23 km for 96 m

After 11.7 km for 145 m

After 14.9 km for 81 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

3.81 km

Dobbs Weir

Highlight • River

Nice pub Fish n Eels (busy summer weekends). Opposite side of road nice cafe in car park.

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2

3.86 km

Fish and Eels Pub on the River Lea Navigation

Highlight • Viewpoint

A fast way north/south or out into Hertfordshire. Check out the numerous pubs along the riverside!

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3

6.28 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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4

7.34 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

11.8 km

Tea on the Lea

Highlight • Cafe

Lovely coffee and a great choice of cakes just over the bridge from the towpath.
Nice peaceful spot with nil need to lock up the bikes.

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6

12.5 km

View from Ware Town Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Amazing views from either side of the bridge

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7

13.0 km

River Lea Navigation at Ware

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice path along the river!

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8

14.9 km

View of Amwell Nature Reserve

Highlight • River

Amazing Area of Hertford with Moderate trail for all to enjoy

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B

18.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.08 km

2.56 km

2.31 km

2.23 km

1.14 km

790 m

Surfaces

8.29 km

7.24 km

1.51 km

767 m

291 m

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Sunday 30 August

22°C

13°C

57 %

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