Running in Waltham Cross.
Broxbourne borough's southernmost town, bordering Waltham Abbey (Essex) across the River Lea, home to the Lee Valley White Water Centre, a 2012 Olympic venue that now also hosts an annual road-race festival.
Waltham Cross doesn't have a running club of its own. The nearest is Your Town Runners EN8 in Cheshunt, not far away — close enough for a regular session if you're happy to travel for it.
Waltham Cross has its own parkrun, Waltham Cross Playing Field junior parkrun, every Saturday at 9am — free, timed, and open to anyone.
Where people actually run around Waltham Cross: River Lea / Lee Navigation towpath to Waltham Abbey.
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River Lea / Lee Navigation towpath to Waltham Abbey
Lea Valley Walk crosses from Waltham Cross to Waltham Abbey via a bridge over the navigation.
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Common questions
Is there a running club in Waltham Cross?
Not one based in Waltham Cross itself yet — the nearest is Your Town Runners EN8 in Cheshunt.
Is there a parkrun near Waltham Cross?
Yes — Waltham Cross Playing Field junior parkrun, every Saturday at 9am.
What's the terrain like for running in Waltham Cross?
Mostly flat towpath, based on the routes Verus has documented around Waltham Cross.
Where do people run in Waltham Cross?
River Lea / Lee Navigation towpath to Waltham Abbey.
Are there any races near Waltham Cross?
None confirmed in the immediate area yet — see the full Hertfordshire race calendar for what's within reach.