Delivered by Enfield Council’s Journeys and Places team, the route supports our ambition to connect communities, encourage sustainable travel, and celebrate Enfield’s rich heritage.

The route follows the New River for 2.9km, with a further 1.8km along local streets, linking people with nature and making it easier to walk and cycle between key destinations. It includes new surfacing, signage, seating, and planting designed to make the journey more enjoyable while supporting biodiversity.

Funded by National Highways through its Designated Funds programme, with additional support from Transport for London for some on-road elements, the project reflects the power of partnership working. Representatives from both organisations joined the Council’s Deputy Leader and London’s Walking and Cycling Commissioner, Will Norman, for the official launch on 18 June.

Councillor Tim Leaver, Deputy Leader of Enfield Council, said:
“We’re proud to deliver this fantastic route that makes it safer and more convenient to walk and cycle between Enfield and Broxbourne. As well as creating a new green link between our boroughs, this project highlights the beauty and history of the New River, encouraging more people to enjoy their local area. It also helps support our wider work to make Enfield greener, healthier and better connected.”

The route revitalises sections of the New River Path and opens up areas that many people can now explore for the first time. Originally constructed over 400 years ago to supply water to London, the New River remains a vital part of Enfield’s identity.

Chris Welby-Everard, Director of Significant Projects at National Highways, added:
“We’re delighted to have supported this important project with over £3 million of funding. As well as improving travel connections, it helps encourage healthier lifestyles and creates more opportunities for people to enjoy the outdoors.”

The project contributes to Enfield Council’s long-term goals as set out in the Enfield Transport Strategy and Place Shaping Framework, supporting active travel and reducing reliance on cars.

To find out more about the project and how it connects with our wider programme, visit the project page here.