Step out and discover Hackney on foot throughout November

Step out this winter and discover Hackney on foot throughout November with free guided walking tours around the borough.

The programme includes a walking tour of developing Dalston.

Hackney Council has organised three informative walking tours that will give families the opportunity to take part in a healthy, fun activity while learning something new about the local area. 

Highlights include a fun trail around Lea Valley, where you can take part in a challenge quiz and games, spot local wildlife, discover the newly opened towpath and take in Hackney Marshes and Springfield Park.

In addition, the secrets of Shoreditch will be revealed in a tour that delves into the history of this creative hub of London along with the contemporary art galleries in the area.

The final tour of the series is a chance to discover the real Dalston. Find out about the history, the people and the place as it undergoes its biggest changes since World War II.

Councillor Feryal Demirci, Cabinet Member for neighbourhoods, said: “Walking has many great benefits for individuals and the borough. These tours are a fun way for the whole family to discover Hackney and its vibrant history, while taking some free, simple steps towards a healthy lifestyle.”

The Council will also continue its ongoing ‘Walk of Hackney’ competition. If you have a favourite walk in Hackney that you want to share, just enter the competition for a chance to get it published. Email details of your walk to: movegreener@hackney.gov.uk; or by post to: Laura White, 1 Casterton Street, Hackney, E8 1FB.

Free guided tours in November:

Hackney Lea walking challenge

Saturday 13 November, join in at any time between 11am and 3pm

Meet: Lea Navigation embankment, by Lea Bridge and north Millfields Park

Creative Shoreditch

Saturday 20 November, 11am - 1pm

Meet: Old Street Tube Station, ticket hall

Changing Dalston

Saturday 27 November, 11am - 1pm

Meet: Dalston Junction Station, Dalston Lane exit

Booking essential for this walking tour, email: Linda.sydow@hackney.gov.uk or call: 020 8356 2509.

 

For more information, or to get a free pocket sized walking guide to Hackney and to join a free guided tour to discover the borough on foot, email movegreener@hackney.gov.uk

 

Free walking guides also available at Hackney Museum and from all libraries across the borough.

Photo courtesy of Ewan_M/Flickr