| Sites of nature conservation importance account for 13 per cent of the area of the borough (474 hectares), making Lewisham one of the greenest boroughs in London. |
Nature's gym conservation events and volunteering
Improve your fitness by taking part in conservation activities in nature reserves and parks in Lewisham. It's free and fun - and no experience is needed! Check our schedule of events.
Conservation sites
Three sites - Beckenham Place Park (pictured), Blackheath and Deptford Creek - are of major ecological importance in London. These and 15 other sites are directly under the Council's ecological management.
Biodiversity action plans
The Lewisham Biodiversity Partnership work with Lewisham Council to protect, conserve and enhance the variety of wildlife and habitats in Lewisham.
Our action plans focus on wildlife (the house sparrow, stag beetle and black redstart) and habitats (railway lines, rivers and green roofs).
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