The Category Hackney is a subset of London (East). Browse through the Brief Records in the Category or look at the broader Category to find a List of the Titles of all the Entities associated with Hackney which have so far been described in this Directory. Clicking on a Title will link you to the Entity's Full Record.

'Abney Park in Stoke Newington, one of the "magnificent seven" garden cemeteries of London, is a woodland memorial park and Local Nature Reserve, managed by the Abney Park Trust. We offer free public access throughout the year so everyone can come and enjoy this oasis of peace and greenery with a fascinating history.'

Abney Park Trust

'With its beautiful parks and open spaces, Hackney is a great place to walk ... '

'Short to medium walks, nearly always on footpaths away from busy roads – by rivers, canals, parks and woods.  There are usually places of interest to point out en route. The pace is also very gentle. There are always break–off points for persons who do not do the whole walk.'

'The Hackney Society works to preserve Hackney's unique heritage and make the area a better place in which to live and work. The Society was formed in 1967 to involve and support local people in the conservation and regeneration of Hackney's built environment and public spaces.'

The Hackney Society

'A series of six self-guided walks through Hackney's Parks and Open Spaces. The walks are along tarmac and grass paths, mainly flat and easy walking. The leaflets provide information about steps and alternative routes ... These leaflets were reprinted in 2010 under funding from NHS Hackney Community Chest.'

Sustainable Hackney

'Walk Hackney specialises in telling you the story of Hackney, through a series of scheduled walks around different parts of Hackney.'

Sean Gubbins