Lavender Pond, Nature reserve in Rotherhithe, England
Lavender Pond is a nature reserve in Rotherhithe featuring a pond system, wet meadows, and native woodland spread across the site. Wooden boardwalks connect these different habitats and allow visitors to observe plants and animals up close.
The reserve was established in 1981 on the site of former Surrey Commercial Docks, where timber storage operations ended in 1970. This conversion transformed an industrial area into a habitat for local wildlife.
The site takes its name from lavender that once grew in this area. Visitors can observe how local people value and use this green space as a refuge within the urban landscape.
The site is accessible through entrances on Lavender Road and Salter Road, making it easy to reach from different directions. The wooden boardwalks allow safe navigation through wet areas and offer good viewing spots.
The site contains a historic water management system built in 1928 by the Port of London Authority to control dock water levels. This industrial heritage element demonstrates how human engineering once shaped the landscape here.
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