Tottenham Marshes

As one of the largest open spaces in Haringey, it’s a popular spot for dog walkers, joggers and locals looking to spend a bit more time out in nature. The 100-acre marshes have changed a lot over the last century – once floodplain for the River Lee, it was home to tennis courts and outdoor lido in the 1920s, before being used as landfill after WW2. Now part of Lee Valley Park, the marshes are home to a range of birds, voles, and fruit trees. It’s a great place for a picnic on a sunny day but there’s also a cafe in the middle of the marshes if you don’t fancy packing up your own food.