Hertfordshire Walks

Dobbs Weir Walk & Route Map

Dobbs Weir walk, Hertfordshire
Dobbs Weir · Photo: Christine Matthews

This walk from Dobbs Weir is a relaxing circular stroll, following peaceful riverside and canalside paths.

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At a glance

Dobbs Weir Walk

Distance
2.25 miles
Estimated time
1 hour
Route type
Circular
GPS app guided
Yes
Parking
Car park at the start of the walk
51.75471, 0.00559
Characteristics
Water, Countryside, Pub

The walk

Dobbs Weir Walk

This is a lovely short circular walk from the Fish and Eels pub at Dobbs Weir that sits on the River Lea. It has solid paths throughout, so it's also suitable for most abilities.

There is a car park opposite the pub and you'll enjoy lots of river and canal side walking before getting to enjoy the pub itself for some well earned refreshments.

Refreshments:

The Fish and Eels, Hoddesdon

Train Station:

Rye House

Based on 13 user ratings

Community feedback

Overall rating4.1

A very popular walk

Dog friendly4.5 / 5

Dog heaven

Path condition3.9 / 5

Generally well maintained

Buggy friendly3.6 / 5

Mostly buggy friendly

Wheelchair friendly2.9 / 5

Partly accessible

Toilet facilities2.0 / 5

Very limited facilities

Pub or café4.2 / 5

Good stop on route

Route accuracy4.7 / 5

Spot on

ClimbingTotally level
LivestockNo livestock
StilesNo stiles
Mud levelMostly dry

Real feedback from people who have completed this walk using the Hertfordshire Walks app.

First-hand experiences

User reviews

Walker review

1. Had to finish route on a busy road because the end of the walk was blocked by roadworks. 2. Dog owners please pick up your poo bags as they are littered everywhere. 3. Pub not great but across the road from the pub there was very good food at the Royal Palace Cafe.

Walker review

Really lovely walk, lots of oppotunities to have a little look at the water. Plenty of Coots (my favourite bird) x

Walker review

Nice day out and good route to walk the dog. He loved it as did we. Especially the stop off at the fish

Walker review

If you fancy a walk but don’t want to end up with muddy boots/wellies then this is perfect. Not too exciting but nice and easy. Great for dogs and buggies. Lovely pub (The Fish and Eels) and cafe (River Palace Cafe) at the start/finish

Walker review

Lovely walk, took a slightly longer detour by the lake. Beautiful surroundings, really lovely pub!

Walker review

There was a bit of a smell from the nearby industrial estate about halfway round the route. Otherwise a very easy walk.

Walker review

Beautiful walk and easy to navigate.

Comments from walkers who have completed the Dobbs Weir walk.

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Expanded route map for Dobbs Weir Walk, a 2.25 mile circular walk in Hertfordshire