Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in South Woodford

We've collected top 10 mentioned nature and wildlife areas in South Woodford from other articles such as BabyBreaks, Fodor's Choice, Cadogan Tate.

Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in South Woodford

Hampstead Heath
Hampstead Heath
4.7 (15947 ratings)4.5 (1545 ratings)
Green oasis for recreation, with swimming ponds, woodland and city views from Parliament Hill.
London, United Kingdom
ParkNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by urbanest
The 10 Best Parks in London for a Picnic
"For any list of the best parks in London, it’d be a crime to ignore Hampstead Heath. Closest to the Hampstead Heath overground, or the Hampstead station if you’re going via tube, here you can enjoy your sandwiches on top of Parliament Hill while taking in stunning views of London. It’s even got its very own swimming ponds should the weather be particularly nice."
Mentioned by Londontopia
Top Ten London: Top 10 Most Romantic Places in London
"While it doesn’t have the biodiversity of Kew, Hampstead Heath is a public park that has something else worth taking in—a view. While the woods and ponds are certainly lovely themselves, what really draws people is Parliament Hill, which offers one of the highest natural views of the city. It’s the perfect spot for a picnic to celebrate the day."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
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"For generations, Londoners have headed to Hampstead Heath to escape the dirt and noise of the city, and this unique 791-acre expanse…"
Old Deer Park Sports Grounds
Old Deer Park Sports Grounds
4.5 (304 ratings)4.5 (51 ratings)
Function room complex in a parkland setting, hosting weddings, launches and corporate events.
187 Kew Rd, Richmond, TW9 2AZ, United Kingdom
Event venueNature & ParksCafeChildren's party serviceSports barSports clubWedding venueNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Cadogan Tate
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"While Richmond Park is by far the most famous park in the area, Old Deer Park is an open space dedicated to sports facilities and community events. It has play areas, tennis courts, an outdoor gym and sports pitches. You can also access Pools on the Park, a sports, fitness and pool complex."
Mentioned by 5 Accessible Places to Visit in Richmond Upon Thames for Disabled People | AccessAble
"The Old Deer Park today is an important site for sport and events. The Pools on the Park Complex offers indoor and outdoor pools plus a gym. There are facilities for football, cricket, rugby, an outdoor gym and both hard and grass tennis courts."
Isabella Plantation
Isabella Plantation
4.8 (2153 ratings)5 (263 ratings)
Lush 40-acre woodland located within Richmond Park & known for its evergreen azaleas.
Richmond Park, Richmond, TW10 5HS, United Kingdom
Botanical gardenNature & ParksArboretumGardenParkNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Secret London
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"Full of rare and unusual trees and shrubs, the Isabella Plantation is a beautiful spot set in the depths of Richmond Park. It’s a green space for most of the year, but in April & May, the azaleas bloom and Isabella Plantation becomes a perfect pink paradise. COVID-19 UPDATE: Isabella Plantation is currently closed to the public."
WWT London Wetland Centre
WWT London Wetland Centre
4.6 (2144 ratings)4.5 (568 ratings)
Wetland nature reserve with 6 bird spotting hides plus a cafe, daily tours and specialist talks.
Queen Elizabeth's Walk, London, SW13 9WT, United Kingdom
Wildlife parkNature & ParksBird watching areaNature preserveVisitor centerNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
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"One of Europe’s largest inland wetland projects, this 42-hectare centre run by the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust was transformed from four Victorian reservoirs in 2000 and attracts some 140 species of bird, as well as frogs, butterflies, dragonflies and lizards, plus a thriving colony of watervoles. The glass-fronted observatory affords panoramic views over the lakes, while meandering paths and boardwalks lead visitors through the watery habitats of black swans, Bewick's swans, geese, red-crested pochards, sand martins, coots, bitterns, herons and kingfishers."
Mentioned by Attractions, Tours & Hotel Deals | OverseasAttractions.com
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"Voted in 2012 as Britain’s Favourite Natural Reserve, WWT London Wetland Centre is an oasis of natural wildlife placed right in the heart of London. Managed by Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, this idyllic wetland reserve is located in a loop of the Thames and occupies more than 100 acres of land. Home for a significant number of unique species of birds, insects, amphibians and other wildlife representatives, the Wetland Centre represents a real natural wonder."
Mentioned by standard.co.uk
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"Just ten minutes from Hammersmith, you'll get lost in the London Wetland Centre and its lakes, ponds and gardens. Aside from the daily guided tours, you can meet the otters, feed the birds, or take part in a host of family activities such as pond dipping and nature walks."
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
4.5 (2339 ratings)4.5 (65 ratings)
Open spaces and sports venues comprising a 26-mile-long, 10,000-acre park, with a community focus.
Myddelton House Gardens, Enfield, EN2 9HG, United Kingdom
ParkNature & ParksNature & Wildlife AreasState Parks
Mentioned by BabyBreaks
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"This farm is little further out of London, but a whole day of adventure and fun can be enjoyed here, thanks to a huge array of facilities, besides the friendly animals. There’s indoor soft play at the Bundle Barn, an alpine toboggan run, Dino Dig and Splash play area and an adventure playground. Unlike most of the other city farms in London listed, there is a small entry price for this one (£10) but this includes entry to all indoor and outdoor play areas, activities, animals, bird shows and a tractor ride to the dairy farm."
Mentioned by Visit London
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"A post shared by Georgiebd (@georgie.bd) on May 26, 2018 at 10:23am PDT. Cycle along the paths or take a stroll at Lee Valley Regional Park. Stretching 42km (26 miles) along the river Lee, past Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and up to Ware in Hertfordshire, there is plenty of opportunity to spot wildlife, relax or play."
Belton Hills Nature Reserve
Belton Hills Nature Reserve
4.4 (212 ratings)4.5 (26 ratings)
67A Marine Parade, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea SS9 2NQ, United Kingdom
ParkNature & ParksGardensNature & Wildlife Areas
Hopefield Animal Sanctuary
Hopefield Animal Sanctuary
4.8 (504 ratings)4.5 (212 ratings)
Sawyer's Hall Farm, Sawyers Hall Ln, Brentwood CM15 9BZ, United Kingdom
Animal shelterNature & ParksAnimal parkAnimal rescue serviceCharityCoffee shopTea houseVegan restaurantNature & Wildlife Areas
Essex Wildlife Trust Thameside Nature Discovery Park
Essex Wildlife Trust Thameside Nature Discovery Park
4.5 (494 ratings)4.5 (102 ratings)
Mucking Wharf Rd, Stanford-le-Hope, SS17 0RN, United Kingdom
Visitor centerNature & ParksNature & Wildlife AreasParks
Two Tree Island
Two Tree Island
4.4 (77 ratings)4 (172 ratings)
Grassy island nature reserve with walking paths & designated birdwatching areas.
United Kingdom
IslandNature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Love Southend
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"Two Tree Island is a small island just southwest of Leigh-on-Sea and connected only by a bridge. With its breathtaking sights and a wealth of various wildlife to observe and explore, it’s no wonder that Two Tree Island is so popular with bird watchers and nature enthusiasts."
Canvey Heights Country Park
Canvey Heights Country Park
4.4 (127 ratings)4.5 (11 ratings)
Canvey Rd, Canvey Island, Way SS8 8NB, United Kingdom
Country parkNature & ParksNature & Wildlife AreasParks

Best Bakery and Cake Shops in South Woodford

Pavilion Bakery Columbia Road
Pavilion Bakery Columbia Road
4.2 (104 ratings)
The Old Storehouse, 130 Columbia Rd, London E2 7RG, United Kingdom
Bakery
Bea's of Bloomsbury - Farringdon
Bea's of Bloomsbury - Farringdon
3.9 (22 ratings)
Refined shop for designer cakes and upmarket sweets to take away, plus teas and coffees.
43 Cowcross St, London, EC1M 6BY, United Kingdom
Coffee shopBakeryCake shopCupcake shopTea house
Little Sourdough Kitchen
Little Sourdough Kitchen
4.9 (132 ratings)
237 Munster Rd, London, SW6 6BT, United Kingdom
Bakery
Mentioned by MOB Kitchen
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"This independent bakery on Munster Road really is the Little Sourdough Kitchen that could. A real underdog of a bakery that shows the value of optimism and hard work. Open from 7:30am to 3:30pm every day, the bakers at Little Sourdough Kitchen specialise in making fresh and organic sourdough bread and pastries by hand."

Best Beach in South Woodford

King George's Playing Fields
King George's Playing Fields
4.5 (1125 ratings)4.5 (96 ratings)
Ingrave Rd, Warley, Brentwood CM14 5AE, United Kingdom
ParkOutdoor ActivitiesBeaches
Bell Wharf Beach
Bell Wharf Beach
4.1 (54 ratings)4 (64 ratings)
Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
BeachOutdoor Activities
Westcliff Beach
Westcliff Beach
4.2 (67 ratings)4 (97 ratings)
Modest, classic beach for swimming & walks at low tide, with a nearby casino & ice cream parlor.
Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Westcliff-on-Sea, United Kingdom
BeachOutdoor Activities
Mentioned by Essex Explored
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"One minute the sea will be there, then at low tide it’s literally completely disappeared. (Hence why the pier needed to be so long back in the day!). The largest beach which is closest to everything is Jubilee Beach."

Best Pastries in South Woodford

Aux Merveilleux de Fred
Aux Merveilleux de Fred
5 (20 ratings)
1-3 Leadenhall Market, London, EC3V 1LR, United Kingdom
Pastry shop
Mentioned by Travels in the UK, Europe and Beyond
London’s Best Cake and Coffee Shops
"Mini Éphémère, a lemon and yuzu meringue and cream version of the Merveilleux. Finding a delicious sweet treat for less than £2 anywhere in London is rare but finding something that will put your sweet tooth into a trance in South Kensington for £1.20 is some kind of miracle. At Aux Merveilleux de Fred, the mini versions of their namesake confections are so light – and inexpensive – that you can indulge without guilt."
Mentioned by The Chilworth
The Best Places to Get French Pastries in London
"For the melt-in-the-mouth pastry experience only a true French chef such as Frédéric Vaucamps can achieve, book yourself in at Aux Merveilleux de Fred. Famed for their brioches, meringues and truffles, which are must-buys, the whole menu is highly acclaimed. Do yourself a favour and get some takeaway buns to enjoy as you travel around the rest of the city – they are truly merveilleux."
Maitre Choux Soho
Maitre Choux Soho
4.2 (275 ratings)
Sophisticated patisserie featuring a variety of gourmet pastries & gift boxes in a posh interior.
60 Dean St, London, W1D 6AW, United Kingdom
Pastry shopCafeCake shopCoffee shopPatisserieTea store
Hemingway Coffee Co.
Hemingway Coffee Co.
2.8 (8 ratings)
6 Waddington Rd, St Albans, AL3 5EX, United Kingdom
CafeBreakfast restaurantCake shopCoffee shopGluten-free restaurantInternet cafePastry shopRestaurantSoup restaurantWi-Fi spot

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