Take a short boat trip to this wild and remote shingle spit, the largest in Europe. Follow trails through a stunning landscape and a history that will both delight and intrigue. Discover an internationally important nature reserve littered with debris and unusual,...

Explore acres of space, woodland, wildlife, and a stunning architectural oddity, all with a story to match. See how one eccentric man's passion for art, Italy and for having a party led to the creation of this remarkable house and its renowned collection of...

125 Acre nature reserve is situated on the banks of the River Colne with a magnificent saltmasrh. It has a diverse range of habitats which include woodland, scrub, heathland, ponds and lake. The visitor centre has a well stocked gift shop selling greting cards,...

Welney Wetland Centre is the place to watch one of nature’s most magical sights – the winter gathering of up to 9,000 swans and ducks arriving from the Arctic. But the centre isn’t just a winter destination, with vast flocks of wetlands wildlife to spot...

Gunpowder Park is 255 acres of regenerated green space. Formerly part of the Royal Gunpoweder Mills used for the development and research of explosives, this land has now been regenerated into a great place for walkers and cyclists.

Fermynwoods Contemporary Art is an independent arts organisation and commissioning agency that works with artists and audiences. A year round programme explores and reflects on art and ecology to enhance understanding and engagement with our environment.

Epping Forest is the largest public open space in the London area, at almost 6,000 acres. It stretches 12 miles from Manor Park in East London to just north of Epping in Essex. As well as being a popular area for recreation and enjoyment it is also of national and...

Lee Valley Regional Park is simply unique - 10,000 wonderful acres stretching from the banks of the Thames to rural Essex and Hertfordshire. From London 2012 legacy venues to internationall acclaimed nature reserves, the park is jam packed with hundreds of different...

West Ham Park has been owned and maintained by the City of London since 1874, and at 77 acres, is the largest park in the London Borough of Newham. Our aim has always been to provide a wide range of facilities, together with a pleasant and relaxing environment for...

Originally part of the ancient Forest of Middlesex, Highgate Wood in Haringey covers some 28 hectares (70 acres) and came into the City of London's care in 1886.