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Discover more about what we've been up to at the creek, how you can get involved and what creatures and plants are living in and around Deptford Creek!

From River to Sea: The Epic Journey of European Eels

10th December 2024

Uncovering the fascinating journey and survival of Eurpe's most elusive fish.

This blog post on European Eels was written by Howie, and Joshua took photographs. Howie and Joshua have recently completed their work experience at Creekside Discovery Centre.

Open Day 2024 - Photo reportage

3rd October 2024

On the 22nd of September, we were excited to host our annual Open Day and welcome 400 visitors to the Creekside Discovery Centre.

Our latest blog post is a photographic story of the fabulous day!

School year round-up

29th July 2024

Continuing to build back from our fallow year in 2020-21, this year schools returned once more to Creekside in big numbers, and we welcomed them with open arms (and gates!). Read on to find out more about the impact of our education sessions.

My Work Experience at Creekside Discovery Centre

23rd July 2024

Phoebe spent a week at Creekside this July for her school work experience - read on to hear about what she got up to!

Slimewatch 2 Algae Investigation - Photo reportage

9th July 2024

The Creekside Discovery Centre recently hosted an engaging event, 'Slimewatch 2', a citizen science initiative that brought together the curious minds of artists, biologists, and the community.