Woodberry Wetlands Nature Reserve

Woodberry Wetlands supports lots of species throughout the year, from wintering populations of pochard, shoveler, tufted and gadwall ducks, to reed warbler and bunting who have migrated from Africa for spring and summer.

The stylish Grade II Listed Coal House, built in 1833, was recently restored to its original grandeur in conjunction with the opening of London Wildlife Trust’s newest nature reserve in May 2016. This former coal house and kitchen situated on the most westerly side of the site now operates as a celebrated café and visitor centre and benefits from a rooftop patio, waterside terrace and sizeable garden.

Prior to the building of the new river and reservoirs, the Woodberry Down area was in fact not a wetland at all! On the crest of a hill, the area is rather known confusingly known as ‘down land’, hence the name Woodberry Down.

Schoolchildren can go minibeast hunting, pond dipping, and take part in wildlife habitat walks. Our outdoor learning projects are developed in close dialogue with schools to ensure activities are linked to the national curriculum.

Let your children find their wild side! Join us at Nature Tots for 18 month – 5 year olds.

Nature Tots is a Forest School programme for pre-school children age 18 months to 5 years. We engage and inspire young people and their carers to connect with nature through hands-on outdoor activities around wildlife.

If you and your family want to learn more about the wildlife around you in London, join us at Woodberry Wetlands for Wonderful Wildlife Weekends. These sessions are jam-packed with fun activities.

Join us for a magical evening listening to live music or crafting at Woodberry Wetlands.

These events are designed for adults. Profits from these events are invested into London Wildlife Trust’s conservation work and the ongoing care of its nature reserves.

We have practical conservation volunteering sessions from Friday to Monday, from 11 am until 4 pm. You'll be involved in the practical maintenance of the site which can include tasks such as managing the reed bed, the hedgerows and meadows.

If you’re not so inclined to heavy physical work but still keen to help us out, you can volunteer as a Warden.

Our learning volunteers are vital to help run our formal and informal wildlife sessions for people of all ages.

You will learn how to deliver successful environmental learning programmes and have the opportunity to shadow experienced staff until you become confident to lead sessions (or parts of lessons) on your own.

The green and peaceful setting and proximity to the City make this an ideal location to host parties and celebrations, wedding receptions, launches, talks and meetings.