Duke's Hollow

Duke's Hollow is a nature reserve in Chiswick sitting on a steep slope overlooking the River Thames, packed with different habitats in a small space. The hillside creates varying conditions that support different plants and wildlife throughout the site.

The site earned recognition as a place of significant nature value in London due to its ecological importance. This designation marked its role in protecting green space within the city.

Local schools and universities conduct environmental research programs at the reserve, contributing to scientific understanding of urban ecosystems.

You can reach the reserve through Dan Mason Drive, which sits east of Barnes Railway Bridge. The steep slope means it is best visited in dry weather when paths are safer to walk on.

Local schools and universities use the site for environmental research, giving students hands-on learning in an urban setting. This active study use makes it a place where science and nature protection directly meet.

GPS coordinates: 51.47316,-0.25526

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:00