Local Wildflowers: Deptford Creek - Tuesday 16th July 2024
Tuesday 16th July, 18:00 - 19:30
Get ready for a petal-packed adventure, a trio of walks looking at the wildflowers of local places in Deptford.
Local Wildflowers
A trio of walks looking at wildflowers of local places. The first will be looking at the grounds of the Creekside Centre the most diverse site for its size in inner London. The second will be walking around Sue Godfrey Nature Park in its 40th anniversary year. Last but not least, a land-based walk around the Creek. Find out about your local wildflowers and what we do to conserve them. We will also continue the Whole Wild World Walks theme earlier this year.
Deptford Creek
We'll be looking at the real wildflowers that make a living in the challenging environment of Deptford Creek. We'll be weaving in and out of the river on our journey around, taking peeps at the Creek. Life lives on the edge here. Despite and because of this a wide diversity of wildflowers from the UK and from around the world make their home here.
Join us for a look at the local wildflowers living here from around the world and find out how we manage them.
These walks celebrate inner London's real wildness and are open to anyone who loves the untamed wild that lives around us. Whether you're a seasoned plant enthusiast or simply curious about the global wildlife that thrives in our city, we invite you to join us on a voyage of discovery.
What to expect:
- the walks will last about 90 minutes and are led by an experienced urban conservationist, Nick Bertrand
- you will learn more about local wildflowers and our conservation efforts
- this walk will be starting at Creekside Discovery Centre
What to bring?
- enthusiasm and curiosity
- comfortable footwear and warm clothes
Meeting point:
Creekside Discovery Centre
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Prebooking is essential. Book now to confirm your place. If you have to cancel your place for any reason, please get in touch via info@creeksidecentre.org.uk
All ages can join the walk. For everyone aged 15 and under, they will also need a parent/guardian with them to attend.
Contact info:
The session will be run by Nick.
Telephone: 0208 692 99 22
Email: info@creeksidecentre.org.uk