Local Wildlife Site

Accessible Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation

Thames Barrier Park
Borough: Newham
Grade: Borough Grade II
Access: Free public access
Area: 7.29 ha

Description

An attractive riverside park with a number of facilities including an all-weather pitch and play area.

Wildlife

The park is bordered by yew and maigrun hedges and includes a ‘Green Dock', a sunken garden running diagonally through the park providing a sheltered area for a variety of plants and wildlife. The park is tended to provide a welcome habitat for birds and insects, including Adonis' ladybird and the large yellow-faced bee.

Facilities

All weather playing pitch, car parking, disabled facilities, information, play for under 7s, seats, toilets.
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