Cut off from the surrounding area by railway tracks in the late nineteenth century, this reserve has developed into a lively ecological community.
The reserve
Gunnersbury Triangle became one of the London Wildlife Trust's first reserves when it was saved from development by a campaign run by local people. Since the end of the Second World War the woodland here has grown up naturally and the reserve has become a sheltered birch and willow woodland with attractive pond, marsh and meadow. Hidden away, the reserve opens up before you - so follow the nature trail, listening out for birds or the rustle of a hedgehog and look out for the tunnels of field voles or interesting spiders and ladybirds.
Habitats you'll see
Woodland, meadow, marsh and pond
Species you might spot
Hedgehogs, pipistrelle and noctule bat; ramshorn snail; brown-banded carder bee
What’s in my backyard?
Find out what species have been spotted on this reserve with the fantastic WIMBY tool, run by GiGL – Greenspace Information for Greater London.
Visit us
The entrance is on Bollo Lane, opposite Chiswick Underground station
Map
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School visits
Fancy arranging a school trip to this site? Our experienced staff can provide your class with a hands-on outdoor learning experience directly linked with the National Curriculum. Have a look at our education pages for more information.
Site status
Site of Metropolitan Importance; Local Nature Reserve
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