Brief Description
Although Camley Street Nature Park only opened in 1985 it is a legacy of the pioneering conservation projects set up by the GLC's London Ecology Unit. It now contains woodland, marshland, reed beds around a pond, wild flower meadow and a garden area.
History
Situated adjacent to the Regent's Canal, from Victorian times until 1960s the site was used as a coal depot, but then became derelict. Acquired by the GLC in 1981 for a lorry park, local people successfully lobbied against this with the London Wildlife Trust. As a result it became a community nature park, attracting a diverse range of wetland species of flora and fauna.
Visitor Facilities
The site is open daily 10am-5pm.- Access & Directions
Access Contact Details
The site is open daily 10am-5pm.Directions
Rail: King's Cross. Tube: King's Cross (Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City, Piccadilly, Circle, Victoria, Northern). Bus: 214.