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Garthorne Road Nature Reserve

Find out more about the Garthorne Road Nature Reserve. 

This nature reserve forms part of the Forest Hill to New Cross Gate railway cutting.

This is an important site for nature conservation as it contains probably the finest example of a rail-side wildlife habitat in London.

Opening times

The site is open on the 3rd Saturday of the month between March – October between 2pm – 5pm.

Garthorn Road Nature Reserve - group of children Garthorne Road Nature Reserve - Group Steps

Activities

Friends of Garthorne Road and GreenScene run occasional guided walks. Volunteers also carry out regular sessions at the reserve.

Contact

Nature Conservation Officer