Victoria Park to Broadway Market
East London at its most east London: the pagoda, the canal, and the Saturday stalls. Walked and written by the editor.

1. Mile End Park
Start here before entering the main park. The ecology pavilion has a wildflower meadow and the arts centre is always doing something.

2. Victoria Park: the Chinese Pagoda
The grade II-listed pagoda beside the boating lake is the park's landmark. Rent a pedalo if it's warm.

3. Victoria Park: the Grove
The eastern section of the park, quieter than the lake side. The café behind the tennis courts is the better of the two.

4. Regent's Canal towpath
Leave the park at the western gate and follow the canal west. The towpath goes all the way through to Broadway Market without a road crossing.

5. Broadway Market
Saturdays only for the full market; the cafés and shops run all week. The Lido pub overlooks London Fields; the Saturday cheese stall is the other reason to come.

Victoria Park to Broadway Market