Wandsworth Common, Common park in south-west London, England
Wandsworth Common is a park in south-west London covering roughly 69 hectares with open meadows, patches of woodland, and several ponds. The site also includes sports pitches and paved pathways running through different sections of the green space.
The site formed part of a larger heath during medieval times and kept its open character through the centuries. In the 19th century it was opened to the public and gained its present status as common land.
The common takes its name from the nearby town and serves as a meeting place for families who walk dogs or spend afternoons outdoors. On warm days you can see children playing on the equipment and joggers following the wide paths that cross the open grassland.
You can reach the park through several entrances from the surrounding streets, with Wandsworth Common and Clapham Junction stations located nearby. The paths are mostly paved and suitable for walking in most weather conditions.
Within the park sits a nature reserve subject to special protection that enforces stricter conservation measures than typical public green spaces. This area provides habitat for birds and other wildlife that have become less common elsewhere in the city.
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