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Gunnersbury Triangle, London Wildlife Trust

Tourist attraction Nature preserve

👍👍 Lovely “triangle” of nature in the middle of Chiswick. Like a mini forest between railway and residential buildings, with a little pond. Incredible that they managed to keep it from being turned into a block of flats.... Looked after by volunteers (I think). It’s not huge but will take you 20-30mins... People often mention nature, London, local,


Address

Bollo Ln, Chiswick, London W4 5LN, United Kingdom

Website

www.wildlondon.org.uk

Contact

+44 20 3897 6153

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (200 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: nature (12) London (6) local (6)
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  • 5/5 Philippe F. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely “triangle” of nature in the middle of Chiswick. Like a mini forest between railway and residential buildings, with a little pond. Incredible that they managed to keep it from being turned into a block of flats.... Looked after by volunteers (I think). It’s not huge but will take you 20-30mins to go around the paths.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Astir A. 6 years ago on Google
    Lovely beautiful tranquil. Romantic. Loved every minute of the visit. Suitable for nature lovers photographers and those that love to meditate.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Karen B. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice little nature area that is free to enter. There is a railway line along one s8de, a riad on the other, and it is close to the Heathrow flight path, but it is still reasonably peaceful - although not much wildlife when I was there.

  • 5/5 Victor G. 2 years ago on Google
    A true gem hidden in the city, incredible places like this exist in London, it is perfect to find inner peace, and lose yourself in your thoughts and be in touch with nature.

  • 4/5 Mark F. 2 years ago on Google
    A nice little nature refuge not far from Chiswick Park station. It has information signs throughout to learn about the local flora and fauna. Absolutely beautiful!

  • 5/5 Mehmet Ugur V. 1 year ago on Google
    Just a short wild nature trail. No kids areas, no picnic tables but great for taking a 20 min break from the city.

  • 5/5 Richárd V. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful hidden area right next to the station. Hardly discoverable on the map but if you search by name you'll find your way there easily. Recently, this place won a 'Green Award'. Great place for walks, relaxing and discovering the local flora and fauna. The creators placed boards around the reserve with information about the animals and plants. That's why it can be a great place to take the kids also and teach them to something important and interesting about the nature.

  • 4/5 Mugdha D. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice green area.. In busy city... It's a small triangle of green land.. Where you can come and take a walk... Observe nature. This place is always open.Gate is opposite to a barber shop. Just open the wooden gate and go in. Nice place to visit over weekend morning walk... But certainly not a place to jog etc... As not so much well maintained road... Overall beautiful. 😍

  • 5/5 Sakib K. 2 years ago on Google
    One of my favourite local walking spots. Generally very calm and quite. Can get a but muddy. Feels like being in a forest in London. Some of the area have had access restricted and a few trees have fallen due to weather but it's still very tranquil

  • 5/5 Jessica S. 1 year ago on Google
    An intersection of triangular land between Chiswick Park Station (Bollo Lane), Gunnersbury Station and the freight line of the Dudding Hill Line aka Acton Curve Railway closed in 1902. Of approximately 3 acres. And untouched by man since the building of the railways and taken back by nature as a wet acidic woodland Carr (fen). It was the 1st place in the UK where the outcry of the local population put a stop to development giants through public inquiry of building upon it in 1981. And in 1983 the public won! It was wired off. By 1985 it was taken over by the London Wildlife Trust backed by the then Greater London Council. Now Hounslow and Ealing Councils as it borders with both. It was then designated as a local nature reserve. It now houses an education and visitor centre. Has visiting schools and community groups as well as open to the public in general. To which it hosts fungi forays, wildlife talks and walks, throughout it's mostly wet woodland, ponds and acidic grassland. I recognise that it has a valuable place to play in the education of cityfolk. But in my humble opinion (of one of the then locals who originally campaigned to save it.) Also feel that it should have been left to the wildlife with no human intervention. As it was doing just fine without mankind's intervention. It was the oldest untouched wee lot of land by man and should have been left as such! It is not wheelchair accessible. The ground dips and swells unevenly. I recommend that you take sturdy walking boots or wellies. Entrance is on Bollo Lane. Volunteers are always welcomed. Here is a plethora of biodiversity of both flora and fauna including, bats, foxes, sparrowhawks, bank voles, wood mice, stagbeetles, dragonflies, hoverflies, grasshoppers, fungi, butterflies and moths. Now it is classified as a IUCN = An International Union for the Conservation of Nature. Re it's natural environment and biodiversity of nature and thus recognised on a global scale by national governments and international bodies such as the United Nations and the Conservation on Biological Diversity. So it has come a long way since it's humble public outcry of the early 1980's. There is a lesson for everyone reading this and that is ; power to the people! 😂 In close proximity to Chiswick Park Station on the District Line.

  • 5/5 Marcmo971 1 year ago on Google
    It was a nice and relaxing moment. We saw some sparrowhawks and newts which are two species i have been looking for since i arrived in London. If you are calm and curious its the perfect spot for you

  • 5/5 DG K. 1 year ago on Google
    This park sounds like a wonderful escape from the bustle of city life. It's great to hear that it's a hidden local treasure - those are often the best kind of parks to visit, as they tend to be less crowded and offer a more intimate experience. The mention of the park's size is interesting - it sounds like it may not be very large, but the paths have been well-planned to create a sense of wildness and natural beauty. I can imagine how enjoyable it must be to stroll along these paths, taking in the sounds of birds singing and leaves rustling in the wind. It's also worth noting that the park is still in London, so there is a reminder of the city's presence in the form of tube noise. However, I don't think this would detract too much from the overall experience, as it's still possible to feel immersed in nature and forget about the outside world for a little while. Overall, this park sounds like a great place to visit for anyone looking for a peaceful and natural setting within the city. I would definitely recommend checking it out if you're in the area!.


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