Wormwood Scrubs Park is a vast open grassland situated in the north of Hammersmith and Fulham.  It has always been recognised as a special site due to its sense of space, rugged feel and variety of plants and animals.  In July 2002 part of the 'Scrubs' as locals affectionately refer to it, was designated by the council as a Local Nature Reserve, the first in Hammersmith and Fulham.  This acknowledged the valuable wildlife in the area and the need to manage it positively for the enjoyment of people now and for future generations.  English Nature has provided funds for a part time wildlife officer for the reserve who is employed by Groundwork West London.

The seven designated areas of the Scrubs are mostly along the outside of edge apart from the central spinney (see Maps).

History

Management Plan draft online

Maps

Biodiversity

Birdwatching

Bus and Tube info.

Local Nature Reserve Launch Event 12th April 2003

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