Two unique acres of wild green space right in the heart of London, this innovative and internationally acclaimed reserve on the banks of the Regent's Canal is a place for both people and wildlife.
The reserve
Camley Street Natural Park was created from an old coal yard back in 1984. It sits in the middle of King’s Cross, alongside the sparkling new Eurostar station at St Pancras. It is popular with all kinds of people seeking respite from the buzz of the city around them, as well as being a hub for London Wildlife Trust volunteers. Camley Street has a full time education programme for Camden schools, but these and other groups must book (Camden schools have priority over booking). Individuals are welcome to drop in during opening hours or call for details of holiday play activities. A runner up in this year’s Observer Ethical Awards, the reserve has a visitor centre and provides natural habitat for birds, butterflies, amphibians and a rich variety of plant life.
Habitats you'll see
Special features include pond, meadow and woodland
Species you might spot
Rare earthstar fungi; reed warblers, kingfishers, geese, mallards, and reed buntings; bats; our resident rabbits Coco and Merlin
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
12 Camley Street, London, NW1 0PW
Staffed
020 7833 2311 or email camleyst@wildlondon.org.uk
Open from 10am until 5pm, seven days a week
Map
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
On film
Want a taste of what Camley Street has to offer? Check out this BBC Nature of Britain film all about London Wildlife Trust’s most urban reserve.
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