This photo of a juvenile Grey Heron was taken by Adam Cooper on 12th May 2011 in his garden backing onto Manor House Gardens (herons have bred on the lake in the last few years).
Wildlife Up at Mayfield
The Nature's Gym volunteers spent a very happy and sunny few hours helping Mayfield develop their wildlife area. This included the creation of a bug hotel (bottom picture) and a stag beetle loggery. They also built some beds so that the residents can plant and grow their own food (top two photos). There … Continue reading Wildlife Up at Mayfield
Wildflowers of the Creek
Over 100 species of wildflower have been recorded at the Creekside Centre in Deptford. Get to know a few of them this Saturday 21st May as part of a free introduction to the creek's diverse flora. 10am to 2pm at Creekside, Deptford. Get in touch if you'd like to come along by emailing me on: … Continue reading Wildflowers of the Creek
Dawn ornithology or mid-day dendrology…
This Saturday (14th May) Rivers & People is hosting two events which may ruffle your feathers or get your phloem pulsing. Meet at Sainsbury's Savacentre at 5am for a dawn chorus walk along the Waterlink Way to Ladywell Fields. 31 species on our last trip out on Tuesday (including Lesser Whitethroat and Swift) - let's … Continue reading Dawn ornithology or mid-day dendrology…
Twit twoo – Bird of Prey event at Devonshire Road
May Day Celebrations at Albion Millennium Green
Why not visit Albion Millennium Green this May Day? The Friends of AMG will be holding a 'Grand May Day' Event on 1st May from 12pm-3pm. There will lots of activities for all the family, including entertainment from the Bedlam Bunch who will be putting on two shows for children aged 3-8. (parents welcome too … Continue reading May Day Celebrations at Albion Millennium Green
Fools rush in where angels fear to tread…
Join Rivers & People this evening (Friday 1st April) for a stroll from Canada Water to Deptford and sample the delights of spring in the big city. Led by the inimitable Nick Bertrand, we will take in the history and natural history of the Thames riverside before delving deep into Deptford for a well-earned jar … Continue reading Fools rush in where angels fear to tread…
Nature’s Gym in Devonshire Road
The Nature's Gym were out in force once again to carry out work to the meadow areas in Devonshire Road nature reserve. This included digging out the brambles and widening the footpaths. There was of course still time for a good chat over tea and biscuits
Hooray Hooray, the new Nature’s Gym Programme is available!
This month, you too could be wading in the river by taking part in the 3 Rivers Clean up. For photos of last years event please visit the 3 Rivers Clean Up Flickr Page Please click on the photo to see the whole of the new programme.
A Dazzling Display of Daffodils…
Sat 19th March 11am to 3:30pm Woodlands Ancient and Modern Part 1 (Lesnes Abbey) Rivers & People is making two trips to this magnificent woodland this spring. The aim is to explore different types of woodland, particularly the differences between ancient woodland and secondary (modern) woodland through the types of wild plants that grow in them. Join us for … Continue reading A Dazzling Display of Daffodils…
Nature Conservation Lewisham 