3 nature reserves to visit this spring
We care for 36 nature reserves in London. They range from small, inner city havens to spacious woodlands, wildflower meadows and wetlands.
Our reserves are all free to visit, and we’ve…
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Three nature reserves to visit in London
Did you know that we have 36 nature reserves across London - and they are all free to visit!
Yeading Brook Meadows
Wild flowers and grasses dominate this large expanse of meadow in West London’s Yeading Valley, hosting an array of insect life.
Three nature reserves to visit this autumn
Autumn is a wonderful time to visit one of the 36 nature reserves we care for in London. Marvel at the changing colours of the leaves, collect shiny conkers and spot exciting fungi springing up…
Filming and photography on our nature reserves
Our nature reserves have been used as locations by a wide range of media. The nature of requests vary widely and we are usually happy to accommodate them if possible as long as disturbance to wildlife can be kept to a minimum. Location fees vary according to the length of filming (e.g. day/half day rates) and the nature of the enterprise, please find pricing below.
Scarce butterfly returns to Croydon nature reserve
Sighting highlights success of project to expand butterfly habitats at Hutchinson’s Bank
Redbridge nature reserve threatened by Council approved haulage road
A much loved nature reserve within Fairlop Waters Country Park is under threat from a Council approved lorry route, despite the Council stating that it will “ensure there is no net loss of…
3 long-billed wading birds to spot this winter
In winter, London welcomes visitors with some of the most exquisite plumage in the avian world. However, their gorgeous feathery ensembles make seeing these superbly camouflaged birds tricky – but…
Help the wildlife you love by leaving a gift in your Will
Leaving a gift to London Wildlife Trust in your Will is a great way to make a lasting contribution to wildlife and nature in the capital
Find a nature reserve near you
Most people live within a few miles of a Wildlife Trust nature reserve. From ancient woodlands to meadows and wetlands, they’re just waiting to be explored.
My Favourite Wild Place by Keeping it Wild Trainee Eden
As a Keeping it Wild Trainee based in South London, I've visited a range of nature reserves, to help facilitate a connection between different sites and look after the habitat. One of these…
Brilliant Butterflies: the story so far
Nature Reserves Assistant Anna Guerin gives an update on the Brilliant Butterflies project.