With striking freshwater habitats and a wealth of wildlife this tranquil park is a stunning natural area for people to discover and enjoy in the heart of Greenwich Peninsula.
The Park includes two freshwater lakes surrounded by marshland, a small alder woodland, a walk-in wildflower meadow, and is home to a fascinating array of wildlife. Two bird hides allow fantastic views of the many birds that visit the park. The Ecology Park is a Site of Local Importance for Nature Conservation (SLINC).
The outer boardwalk is a permissive footpath and is normally open 364 days a year, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The inner boardwalk has controlled access through the Gatehouse. For opening hours, see visitor information below.
Adjoining Southern Park, Greenwich Peninsula Ecology Park is a rich wildlife oasis that has played an essential role in the area’s regeneration and community life since its creation in 2002. A fascinating variety of wildlife now thrives here, and in spring and summer, the site comes alive with colourful dragonflies, butterflies and wildflowers.
Whatever the season, there is something for everyone – whether you enjoy bird spotting, watching wildlife or just relaxing in beautiful surroundings.
The inner park and gatehouse are open to the public on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 5pm or dusk if earlier. The outer boardwalk is currently closed for major repairs.
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There are toilets at Greenwich Peninsula Ecology Park gatehouse open Wednesday – Sunday. The nearest toilets are at North Greenwich Underground station.
Café Pura is located near the park entrance in Oval Square (open: Mon 7am-7pm; Sat 8am-6pm; Sun 9am-5pm)
Greenwich Park,
John Harrison Way,
London,
SE10 0QZ
The Greenwich Peninsula was originally made up of agricultural fields, marshes, and even a large mill pond, and it was historically known as Greenwich Marsh.
The area became heavily industrialised from the late 1880s onwards, with gas and chemical works and a major shipbuilding yard. The Blackwall Tunnel, built in 1897, destroyed much of the remaining field and marsh.
From the 1970s onwards, the Gas Works declined, and the marsh began to reappear on derelict land. English Partnerships bought the land in 1997 and set in place a massive regeneration of the peninsula, including restoration of parts of the riverbank and the creation of the Greenwich Peninsula Ecology Park as a freshwater habitat.
Since 2002, the park has been successfully managed by The Conservation Volunteers (TCV). Ownership of the site transferred to the Land Trust in 2011 and it continues to be managed in partnership with TCV.
