Selsdon Wood facts for kids
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Selsdon Wood Nature Reserve — eastern entrance and London Loop path.
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| Type | Public park |
| Location | Selsdon, London |
| Area | 200 acres (81 ha) |
| Owned by | The National Trust |
| Operated by | London Borough of Croydon |
| Status | Open all year |
Selsdon Wood is a beautiful woodland area found in the London Borough of Croydon in London. It's a special place because it's a Local Nature Reserve, which means it's protected for its wildlife and natural beauty.
The land is owned by the National Trust, a charity that looks after important places in the UK. However, the park is managed by the London Borough of Croydon, the local council. There's also a group called the Friends of Selsdon Wood (FSW) who help look after the wood and have their own website.
A famous scientist named Sir Julian Huxley, who studied animals, was one of the main people who helped create Selsdon Wood as a nature reserve.
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Visiting Selsdon Wood
Selsdon Wood is easy to get to and is open all the time, so you can visit whenever you like!
How to Get There
The main entrance to Selsdon Wood is on Old Farleigh Road. You can get there by bus. There's a bus stop called Forestdale, Selsdon Nature Reserve which is served by bus routes 353 and 409. Another bus route, the London Buses route 433, stops nearby on Sandpiper Road. The 353 bus also stops on Court Wood Lane, which is at the back of the wood.
Exploring the Park
Selsdon Wood is a great place for walks. A long walking path called the London Loop goes right through the park. This path is part of Section 4, which connects West Wickham Common to Hamsey Green. Another walking route, the Vanguard Way, also passes through the wood.
What You Can Find at Selsdon Wood
Selsdon Wood has many things to see and do, making it a fun place to explore nature.
- Car Park: There's a car park at the Old Farleigh Road entrance, with one space for disabled visitors.
- Pond: You can find a peaceful pond, which is a home for many different creatures.
- Walking Paths: There are lots of public footpaths to explore, including parts of the famous London LOOP and Vanguard Way.
- Places to Rest: You'll find seats around the wood where you can sit and enjoy the quiet.
- Woodlands and Meadows: The park has both thick woodlands and open grassy meadows, offering different kinds of natural beauty.
