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Senses of spring: sights of spring
The senses of spring
The official start date of spring is the day of the Spring Equinox, falling this year on the 20th March – this is the first day of astronomical spring. But London’s wildlife has been gearing up to spring for some time now, from our gardens and parks to London’s woodlands and wetlands, signs of spring can be felt all around.
Spring is here for us all to enjoy, and this season we encourage you to discover the wonders of nature in London!
Senses of spring: smells of spring
Senses of spring: in touch with spring
Explore nature this spring
“The Frantic Clamour of Spring”: an anthology
11 diverse responses to the theme of 'The Frantic Clamour of Spring.
3 nature reserves to visit this spring
We care for 36 nature reserves in London. They range from small, inner city havens to spacious woodlands, wildflower meadows and wetlands.
Our reserves are all free to visit, and we’ve…
Spring outside, from the inside
Over the past ten days, as London has increasingly moved towards lockdown, the eruption of spring’s energy has become evermore apparent – and giving perhaps a joyous sense of hope.
Chiffchaff: spring's delightful harbinger
The charm of the chiffchaff lies in its subtlety. It is what it is. Undemonstrative, unpretentious and unassuming, an all encompassing understatement.
Great days out this spring
From bluebell woodlands and historic heathlands to family-friendly urban gardens, there’s always something exciting to discover. Find a wild space close to you this spring.
When does spring start for you?
When does spring start? Well, we officially enter spring on the day of the Spring Equinox; due to the position of the Earth’s orbit in relation to the sun…and all that astronomical stuff. But, I…