14 Mar, 2022. Lowest Bridge over Mutton Brook I had never heard of it before but after a quick search, I knew this walk was definitely worth doing. Working alongside fowos.wordpress.com/about/ Barnet, London Joined March 2021 Tweets Tweets & replies Media Pinned Tweet DollisBrookers @BrookersDollis Jun 6 It had been a treat. This seclusion makes the walk ideal for spotting wildlife. Please ring Rose Harley on 020 8673 0036 from 21st December. It is a tributary of the River Brent, which is itself a tributary of the River Thames. It carries the London Underground's Northern line from Mill Hill East station to Finchley Central station. There are a large number of man-made structures along the watercourse including 64 weirs, 196 bridges, 117 culverts and one aqueduct. 2023 The bend at the bottom of Dollis Road is an extremely busy pedestrian route, particularly so because the entrance to Dollis Brook is located there. This footbridge with wrought-iron railings crosses the stream a few feet from the point where it joins Dollis Brook at right angles. With a selection of made-to-order sandwiches, all-day breakfast, fresh salads and smoothies, this tiny coffee shop has a big potential. In each pier there is an opening with an arched soffit and a dished invert. Here are nine popular places to scatter ashes in the UK: 1. We start in Moat Mount Open Space, a nature reserve separated from the more famous Scratchwood by the roaring A1. Route: Mill Hill East - Totteridge and Whetstone - Folly Brook and farm . I was only saying to my husband the other week that it was a shame that the building wasnt being used any more. It was heartening to hear that the age of the tower blocks might be ending. Oddly, the Dollis Brook has a different etymology, probably derived from the Middle English word 'dole' meaning. The Dollis Valley Greenwalk is a 10-mile walk linking green spaces along the Dollis Valley, starting in Moat Mount, Mill Hill through Barnet and into Hampstead Heath. Start: Moat Mount Open Space (292 bus, 10 minutes from Edgware station) I strolled on a short way to take look at Whetstone Stray. When the tube strike ruined my hiking plans for the weekend, I was left with only one option: hiking in London! The Dollis Valley Greenwalk follows almost all of Dollis Brook, apart from a short section at the beginning which passes through private land, and the London Loop follows it as far as Barnet Lane. [3][4], The viaduct's 13 segmental arches carry it across the valley of the Dollis Brook, and over Dollis Road. Up to date as of 6:55am on 17 September 2022. [9], Coordinates: 513618N 01208W / 51.6051N 0.2022W / 51.6051; -0.2022, "Barnet Council staff walk to talk about the Dollis Valley Green Walk", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Dollis_Brook_Viaduct&oldid=1136412658, Dollis Brook Viaduct, Dollis Road Viaduct, Mill Hill Viaduct, This page was last edited on 30 January 2023, at 05:20. In fine weather people have barbecues on the grass. The impressive Dollis Brook Viaduct, which is nearly 60 feet tall, carries the Northern Line from Mill Hill East station to Finchley Central station in Barnet. Follow the paved path through open spaces and forested areas. L&Q and Countryside have secured planning consent from Barnet Council for phases 4 and 5 of Brook Valley Gardens, delivering 223 new homes as part of the regeneration of the former Dollis Valley Estate. DollisBrookers @BrookersDollis We love our Brook, care for it and for all who enjoy it, especially birds, insects, plants. Dollis Brook, previously a coy watercourse hiding among the hedgerows, now breaks cover and forms a companionship with the footpath. The viaduct's 13 segmental arches carry it across the valley of the Dollis Brook, and over Dollis Road. The reserve is a haven for wildlife such as birds and butterflies. We use cookies on our website. All material on this site is the property of Londonist Ltd. 16 km / 10 miles. Overview. Anger over foul-smelling sewage spill polluting Dollis Brook Written by Nick Jones 13 June 2021 Evidence of a fresh sewage spill in Dollis Brook was an unexpected - and unpleasant - find when the DollisBrookers carried out their first litter pick along Barnet's Dollis Valley Greenwalk. She said Barnet Council regularly cut the grass, but litter was a problem. As soon as you step onto this green space, it is easy to forget that you are in London. A flood warning means flooding to some property is expected. The Dollis Valley Greenwalk follows the Dollis Brook from where it rises near Arkley and continues down to Hampstead Garden Suburb and the Heath Extension. The reservoir is also a sailing centre. They mark the end of our walk. Near Western Way the footpath forks into two allowing for a separate cycle path and you continue towards Wyatts Farm Open Space with its pavilion set back up towards the high road. Walk across the car park and you come face to face with two ponds. In the same area as the Dollis Valley Greenwalk, you can enjoy some shade and fresh air at the Hendon Reservoir, also called Welsh Harp. In the 1930s, Alfred Pike, Finchley Counsellor, designed a route from Mutton Brook to Dollis Brook called the Brookside Walk. The Dollis Brook The walk ahead was everything I'd imagined and more. Fishing forecast for fishing on the Dollis Brook River (Enfield, England) (and nearby) over the next few days. The first insects of the season were taking flight, including this peacock butterfly, apparently drying its newly hatched wings in the midday sun. The DollisBrookers launch event was a litter pick on the riverside walk between Fursby Avenue and Argyle Road which attracted 35 volunteers and enlisted another ten passers-by. Food wrappers and tins, and especially food scraps, do attracts birds and foxes, so that can be a problem.. It was the brainchild of leading Finchley Councillor, Alfred Pike, and followed Mutton Brook west from Falloden Way to its junction with Dollis Brook, and then the Dollis north to the Finchley boundary in Wyatts Farm Open Space, opposite Walfield Avenue. Find great local deals on other second-hand building supplies & materials for sale in NW33JU Shop hassle-free with Gumtree, your local buying & selling community. [4] In the 1920s, the London and North Eastern Railway (LNER, successor to the GNR) planned to electrify the line but work was not carried out until the 1930s when the Northern Heights plan led to the doubling and electrification of the lines. 30th September, 2017. It has been between these levels for 90% of the time since monitoring began. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. DollisBrookers, a group of activists who are already working to improve the environmental attraction of the Finchley length of Dollis Brook and its riverside walk, are planning to extend their efforts north from Whetstone and on towards the brook's source in Moat Mount, the other side of Hendon Wood Lane. The litter pick along the Dollis Valley Greenwalk was the fourth organised by the DollisBrookers, who were established initially to improve the environmental attraction of the brook as it passes through Finchley. [2] The contractor that built the bridge was Smith, Knight & Co. Postage will be 1st class, with the item protected with card, and dispatched promptly. Frances Wilson gave Jeffrey a guided tour of the paths either side of Barnet Lane four-and-half miles west towards Moat Mount and the source of the Dollis Brook and south for five-and-three-quarter miles to Hampstead Heath Extension. A popular walk that follows the attractive Dollis Brook for much of the route. You then arrive at King George V playing fields, a 14 acres lot near Wyatts Farm Open Space. The early twists of the Dollis Brook are quiet. You can find oaks, hornbeam and wild cherry trees as well as bluebells during Spring. This small stream is a tributary of the river Lwyd. The Dollis Valley Greenwalk follows almost all of Dollis Brook, apart from a short section at the beginning which passes through private land, and the London Loop follows it as far as Barnet Lane. Explorer 173, London North Introduction. The name Dollis is probably derived from the Middle English word 'dole', meaning the shares of land in the common field. Presumably one is for walkers and one for cyclists, though any signage seemed to have vanished. I turned back towards the caf followed by a robin. The Dollis Brook Viaduct, which is made of brick, is believed to have got its name from the stream which runs underneath it still to this day. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. The route follows the Dollis Brook, a tributary of the River Brent whose crystal-clear waters make for a tempting paddle. [3] The viaduct is made from brick. Dollis Hill Thought to be named after a family of landowners called Dalley. The route is designed to act as a link between the Capital Ring and the London Loop, and between the many green spaces and wildlife corridors along the way.'. Phases 4 & 5 are the final phases of the Dollis Valley Estate Regeneration and delivery will represent the . As you continue on the path, you reach the first pond of this walk. Thanks for your thoughts Lynne, some lovely ideas there! The brook then flows through private land under Hendon Wood Lane. Cwmbran Angling Association: Dowlais Brook Contact Name M. Gulliford So much so that one part of the London Underground stands at more than 18 metres tall above ground. [1], The viaduct was designed by John Fowler and Walter Brydone, chief engineer for the Great Northern Railway (GNR) from 1855 to 1861. My recommendation for a healthy and hearty lunch is Ems Coffee. Upper Dollis Brook between Mill Hill and Woodside Park, including neighbouring open spaces, is a Site of Borough Importance for Nature Conservation, Grade I. Continue the walk through Hampstead Heath. Whether there is a tube strike or you simply dont want to venture too far from home, there are plenty of reasons why sometimes we like a good walk in London. This was earlier named Dalys in 1563, (the) Doles 1574, Dallys 1584 and in its current form of Dollis in 1822. We are very lucky in Barnet to such have a wide range of walks close by and perhaps nothing can beat walking beside Dollis Brook on a fine summers day., Add your event or see more at High Living Barnet. Perhaps we should do a bird count. It is the highest point on the London Underground above ground level, reaching nearly 60 feet (18 metres). Something went wrong, please try again later. The brook then flows through private land under Hendon Wood Lane. Let us know here. To avoid strolling on the sidewalk of a busy road, take a turn on Millway and continue rambling in the residential area until you reach Mill Hill Circus. Another unexpected find was an abandoned motorcycle. Estimated Market Value. This week, we skirt the northern foothills of London, following the valley of the Dollis Brook. Take the exit on Wellgarth Road and then turn right onto North End Way. Barnet Council couldnt decide out what had happened, but it seems some foul sewerage connections, perhaps in new houses, have been linked up to storm drains and these spills can happen.. The beauty of following the Dollis Valley Greenwalk is that the latter stages pass a number of tube stations in quick succession, so you can curtail your walk to match your mood. London Having walked down the hill for the school run, I continued along Leeside to the closest stretch of the Dollis Valley Greenwalk which would take me there directly. 1 Purpose of this group This is a group set up to offer a platform for 'Friends of Dollis Brook' - the DollisBrookers to come together and form a supportive community to keep the Brook welcoming to nature and residents. 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