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The Dollis Valley Green Walk is a walk suitable for a wide range of people, from young families to runners. Most of the route is moderately flat and with hard surface suitable for wheelchair users.
Sections of the walk are suitable for cycling and are clearly identified by appropriate
signage.
Some sections of the path may be muddy, or icy depending on weather conditions.
The Green walk is about 10 miles long and can take up to 6 hours to walk.
It links areas of public open space along the Dollis Valley in a green chain, to provide
a pleasant and quiet long distant walk between the Green Belt and Hampstead
Heath, right through the heart of Barnet.
This leaflet describes the full route from Moat Mount to Hampstead Heath extension
and has been divided into northern and southern sections for ease of use.
The walk was developed and implemented by the London Borough of Barnet
in 1992, it now forms part of Walk London’s extensive network of walks
and provides a link in both the London LOOP and the Capital Ring.
Key Dollis Valley Greenwalk
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1 Moat Mount Open Space
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2 Barnet Playing Fields
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3 Brook Farm Open Space
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4 Riverside Walk
¾ miles
5 Oakdene Park
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6 Windsor Open Space
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7 Hampstead Heath Extension
Guidance and information
Dollis Valley GreenwalkRoute Overview
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How to walk the Greenwalk
GREENWALK
DOLLIS VALLEY
The Dollis Valley Greenwalk can be walked either in full or in shorter sections and in
either direction. It can be joined at any point and has been designed to link with the
public transport system, enabling you to walk the length of the path and use public
transport to return home.
Tube stations and major bus routes are indicated on the map in this leaflet. To reach
Moat Mount by bus, take the 292 alighting at the bus stop on the north-bound A1
by the Mill Hill golf course underpass. Cross the road via the underpass, turn left
and follow the footpath for 500m. A1 southbound, the bus stops outside Moat Mount.
Follow the Country Code• be safe, plan ahead and follow signs
• leave gates and property as you find them
• protect plants and animals and take your litter home
• keep dogs under control and clean up after them
• consider other people.
Contents
How to walk the Greenwalk 2
Dollis Valley Greenwalk: North Section –Points of interest 3
Dollis Valley Greenwalk: North Section directions 4
Dollis Valley Greenwalk: South Section – Points of interest 6
Dollis Valley Greenwalk: South Section directions 7
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Dollis Valley Greenwalk: North Section –Points of interestMoat Mount Local Nature Reserve (LNR since 1997)This area of the walk is part of the Moat Mount
and Scratchwood Country Park, owned and managed
by the London Borough of Barnet. Moat Mount was
originally the parkland adjoining Moat Mount House
and in 1923 the land was acquired by the old Hendon
Borough Council to be used as a public open space.
There are opportunities to walk and picnic through the
wood off of the initial Dollis Valley Trail.
The open space has a wide variety of fine specimen tree
species, some planted during the Victorian era.
Foxes, muntjac deer and squirrels are among the animal
species that can be observed in the area.
In 1997 Local Nature Reserve status was achieved for
both Moat Mount and Scratchwood.
The Reserve also houses a campsite which specialises
in school excursions and camping trips. The site is
a popular choice for many of the local schools as an
introduction to wildlife and outdoor activities.
Barnet Gate WoodThis small woodland is public open space, owned
and managed by Barnet Council. It is a remnant of the
extensive Middlesex Forest which covered most of this
area after the last Ice Age.
Take a rest and enjoy the sights and sounds of
this ancient woodland or walk through on the
woodland paths.
Totteridge FieldsThis site is managed by the London Wildlife Trust as a
nature reserve, in partnership with Barnet Council. It has
been designated as an area of metropolitan importance
for nature conservation.
Look out for the rich mix of unusual grasses
and wildflowers and associated insects in this traditional
lowland pastoral landscape which is becoming
increasing rare. The meadows attract thousands of
butterflies creating a colourful display throughout the
summer. The fields are managed under a countryside
stewardship and are mown annually as traditional hay
meadows to conserve the wildlife.
The old hedgerows include oak, hazel, ash, field maple
and wild service tree. They are remnants of the once
extensive oak/ hornbeam coppice woodland.
The Dollis BrookThe Brook forms an important ecological corridor
through Barnet, providing habitats for many plants
and creatures. Keep a good look-out for kingfishers
and herons which can be seen in the area!
The open spaces along the walk offer an abundance
of activities; allotments for gardeners, play facilities for
children, sports grounds and somewhere unexpectedly
quiet and pleasant to walk and picnic.
Rising near Arkley, the Dollis Brook meanders gently
southwards. It is eventually joined by the Mutton Brook
to form the River Brent, which flows south and west
before it meets the Thames at Brentford.
The name Dollis is thought to be derived from the British
dylif (a flood) or the Anglo-Saxon dwllice (erratic).
The Northern LineOriginally built by the Great Northern Railway, the line
from Barnet to Finchley Central opened in April 1872.
The atmosphere of a country branch line still lingers
to the north of the art deco station at East Finchley.
Railways reached out from London to the surrounding
country areas and acted as a spur for developers
to build.
Green Belt policies prevented further expansion. It is
perhaps fitting that these lines, which contributed so
much to urbanisation, can now be used by people
to travel to the countryside on their doorstep.
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Dollis Valley Greenwalk: North Section directions
1 Moat Mount to 2 Barnet Playing Fields 4½ miles
1. From Moat Mount car park, follow the tarmac path
and part way up the slope towards the lake, bear
left. Descent the steps and follow the path up the
narrow valley to the top, then turn right along the
path between the fields.
2. At the farm road, cross to kissing gate to the
left and carry straight on through several kissing
gates down the field edge. Enjoy panoramic views
over the farm but take care not to trespass onto
adjacent fields.
3. In the valley bottom, notice the wet hollow, the
source of the Dollis Brook. Turn left and follow the
path to the corner of Barnet Gate Wood. If you
have time, explore and rest awhile. Otherwise carry
straight on to Hendon Wood Lane and through the
kissing gate.
4. Cross Hendon Wood lane, watching for traffic,
turn right and follow the pavement for about 800m
to the entrance into Totteridge Fields
5. Follow the path alongside the hedgerow through
two fields, bear left through the kissing gate into the
sports ground. Turn right and skirt the edge of the
playing field.
6. Proceed via steps across the footbridge, turn left
and continue along the enclosed path between the
old hedgerow and the hay fields.
7. At the brook, ignore the Sleeper Bridge and stile
to your left and bear right, following the course of
the brook through several fields and kissing gates.
These fields are farmed so please keep to the line
of the path, created with the agreement and co-
operation of local farmers, and keep dogs on
a lead.
8. At the edge of Barnet, turn left over the bridge
and then right. You are now on the north side of
Dollis Brook. Follow the waymarkers and after
800m you will come to a tarmac path.
9. Keep straight on all the way to a main road (Barnet
Lane) ignoring paths to the right and left.
2 Barnet Playing Fields to 3 Brook Farm 1 mile
10. Cross the busy road carefully, and just before
the mapboard, turn left to follow the tarmac
path beside the playing fields. At the top corner,
turn right along the path through Brook Farm
Open Space. Notice the nearby cycle path. The
Brookside meadows either side are also managed
under the countryside stewardship agreement.
3 Brook Farm to 4 Riverside Walk 1¾ miles
11. At Totteridge Lane, turn right past the mapboard
down the hill and cross the road carefully by the
shops. Enter Whetstone stray by the sign post
and follow the surfaced path crossing Laurel view
until you reach Tillingham way.
12. Here the route continues but splits into two
alternative routes south. One of the routes is by
turning right at the gate and then left into Southover
until you reach Riverside Walk. The alternative route
which passes Woodside Park Station is left at the
gate, then right and continue along Holden Road
and right into Riverside Walk.
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Dollis Valley Greenwalk: South Section – Points of interestThe Dollis BrookThe Brook forms an important ecological corridor
through Barnet, providing habitats for many plants
and creatures. Keep a good look-out for kingfishers
and herons which can be seen in the area!
The open spaces along the walk offer an abundance
of activities; allotments for gardeners, play facilities for
children, sports grounds and somewhere unexpectedly
quiet and pleasant to walk and picnic.
Rising near Arkley, the Dollis Brook meanders gently
southwards. It is eventually joined by the Mutton Brook
to form the River Brent, which flows south and west
before it meets the Thames at Brentford.
The name Dollis is thought to be derived from the British
dylif (a flood) or the Anglo-Saxon dwllice (erratic).
Mill Hill ViaductThis striking high-arched brick structure soars high
above the Dollis Brook. It was built in the early 1860s for
the Great Northern Railway branch to Edgware and has
a total of 13 arches. It now carries tube trains on the
Northern line to Mill Hill East Station.
Hampstead Garden SuburbHampstead Garden Suburb was founded in 1907
by Dame Henrietta Barnett and was planned by
Sir Raymond Unwin, with contributions from many
leading architects of the day. Sir Edwyn Lutyens
was responsible for the building around Central
Square, including St Judes Church, the Free Church
and The Institute.
There are good examples of domestic architecture
from the period, ranging from maisonettes and small
artisans houses to the large houses bordering the
Heath. There are many open spaces, plenty of
pedestrian walkways, including ‘twittens’ (hedge-lined
narrow footpaths) and lots of mature trees.
Hampstead Garden suburb also contains Big Wood
and Little Wood. Once part of a single larger wood, they
had become separate entities by the early 1800s. Big
Wood is the more natural of the two, dominated by oak
and with a fairly rich understorey including wild service
trees. Little Wood is also predominantly oak and has
a small open air theatre, used in the past by pageants
and still the venue for a play presented every year
around midsummer by the local dramatic society.
Hampstead HeathOnce a classic heathland habitat, containing plants
such as heather and gorse, the heath has been
subjected to great changes by human activities over
the years. In 1629, Thomas Johnson produced a
book, Iter Plantarum, recording the plants found on the
Hampstead Heath. It is the earliest known record of the
flora of a particular part of Britain. Many plants recorded
then have since become extinct as their habitat
has diminished.
The heath was threatened by development in the early
and mid 19th century. In 1871 an Act of Parliament
brought it into public ownership, one of the first areas of
open spaces purchased for use by everyone. Why not
spend time exploring? Parliament Hill offers a panoramic
and breathtaking view of London. Today Hampstead
Heath remains a popular and unique place, maintained
by the Corporation of Londons’ Open spaces
department. Contact details in the address section of
this leaflet.
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Dollis Valley Greenwalk: South Section directions
4 Riverside Walk to 5 Oakdene Park ¾ mile
13. This route description starts at Tillingham
Way, Woodside, a few minutes walk from the
underground station. Here the route continues
but splits into two alternative routes south by
turning right and then left into Southover until you
reach Riverside Walk. The alternative route which
passes Woodside Park Station, turn left, then right
and continue along Holden Road and right into
Riverside Walk.
14. Go through the gate on your left into Riverside walk
past the first small bridge on your left where the
alternative route rejoins, and continue crossing the
road ahead carefully watching for traffic to the other
section of Riverside Walk, until you reach Fursby
Avenue. Cross this road and follow the path onto
the third bridge, cross and follow the path around
to the right. 150m further on, bear right and then
turn right again over a fourth bridge. Soon the path
emerges on to Dollis Road by a map board.
5 Oakdene Park to 6 Windsor Open Space 1 mile
15. Cross the road carefully, then turn right passing
under the viaduct. After 200m, turn left again over
the bridge and then right to rejoin the Brookside
path. Continue straight on ignoring side paths until
you enter Windsor open Space.
16. Follow the path straight on through the open
space, cross a road and you will see a map board
at Hendon Lane.
6 Windsor Open Space to 7 Hampstead Heath Extension 1¼ miles
17. Go through the underpass; follow the path under
the A1 bridge until you emerge on an open space
with play area. Follow the path straight ahead
and bear to your left at the bridge where the Mutton
brook joins the Dollis brook and also the Capital
Ring Walk.
18. Keep along the brook passing under the north
circular road.
19. After about 600m you reach Finchley Road.
Here cross the main road at the lights. Turn right
and then left to rejoin the path. Cross the bridge
ignoring the path to the left. Keep left at the next
intersection, following the path. Where the main
path bears left over the bridge, keep straight on
until you emerge in Addison Way.
20. Cross over the road, turn left and walk for 130m
until you reach a path on the right into Little Wood,
passing the small open air theatre. Leave the
wood and follow Denham Drive North and South
to Big wood. You are now on the last stretch of
the Greenwalk.
21. Walk through Big Wood and then make your way
to Hampstead Heath Extension via Big Wood Road
and finally Meadway Close.
22. To find a bus or tube at Golders Green, retrace
your steps up Meadway Close and turn left into
Meadway. Keep straight on for 800m until you
reach the Finchley road. Turn left for the tube
station or catch a bus back to north Finchley.
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London Loop
Capital Ring
Link Path
Key Information Board
Play Area
Bus Route
Refreshments
Car Park
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Dollis Valley Greenwalk South Section Map
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For more information: tel: 020 8359 4600 email: [email protected]
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ollis Valley GW
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