Deans Brook

Deans Brook is a waterway in London that flows for several kilometers between Mill Hill and Edgware. It passes through parks and golf courses before joining the Silk Stream in the north.

The brook has kept its original path through centuries of urban growth in the area. It has served as a water source for local communities since medieval times.

The brook serves as a local nature spot where residents regularly observe water birds and amphibians. Community members use its banks for walks and wildlife watching, making it a gathering place for people interested in nature.

You can visit the brook through Stoneyfields Park, where wooden pathways run alongside the water. These paths offer views of the water and make it easy to spot the birds and wildlife that live there.

The brook is part of a protected nature area that includes wetlands near Edgware Underground station and local gardens. This blend of urban space and conservation zones makes the area particularly valuable for local wildlife.

Location: London Borough of Barnet

GPS coordinates: 51.61553,-0.26849

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:20