Maryon Wilson Park

Maryon Wilson Park is an urban park in Charlton featuring grasslands, woodlands, and winding paths across sloping terrain near the Thames Barrier. The grounds include sports facilities and play areas distributed throughout the landscape for visitors of all ages.

The land was originally known as Hanging Woods for its steep slopes and served as a hideout for highwaymen operating in the area. Later, Cox's Mount within the park played a role in helping with navigation and geographic orientation.

The park maintains an animal enclosure where the Park Ranger Service conducts weekly tours for children to interact with and feed various animals.

Visitors can enter the park through multiple entrances on Woolwich Road, Charlton Lane, and Thorntree Road. The terrain varies in steepness, so sturdy footwear and time for exploration are recommended.

Cox's Mount was originally a Roman fortification and later served 19th-century ships as a navigation reference point for compass calibration. This dual historical use makes the hill an unexpected archaeological and nautical landmark.

Location: Charlton

GPS coordinates: 51.48470,0.04310

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:05