It has a diverse history. Originally Tottenham Marshes would have been part of the natural floodplain of the River Lee. In the 1920s tennis courts were present on the marshes and there was also an open air Lido, fed by water from Pymmes Brook for a short spell. Later the site was used as a place to put building waste from the bombed out parts of London, which in some parts have raised the levels up by two metres.
Now it's one of the largest open spaces in Haringey, and it is a very well loved open space for dog walkers, nature lovers and people who just wants to come and unwind, in a safe space. Tottenham Marshes is located in the London Boroughs of Haringey and Waltham Forest. The marshes are situated just six miles from Central London. The site has three main parts Wild Marsh West, Clendish Marsh and Wild Marsh East. The sites are managed to encourage easy and welcoming access, with the majority of users being local people walking, jogging and cycling, and enjoying the open space close to Tottenham.