Yeading Brook facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Yeading Brook |
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The Yeading Brook flowing through Ruislip Gardens
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 Location of the mouth in Greater London
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| Country | United Kingdom |
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| Main source | Headstone Manor Greater London 51°35′41″N 0°21′15″W / 51.59472°N 0.35417°W |
| River mouth | River Crane, Greater London 51°30′11″N 0°24′24″W / 51.50306°N 0.40667°W |
| Length | 25.8 km (16.0 mi) |
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The Yeading Brook is a small river in West London. It is a branch, or tributary, of the River Crane. This brook flows through many interesting areas. It is a great place to explore nature in the city.
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What is the Yeading Brook?
The Yeading Brook is a natural waterway. It is about 25.8 kilometers (16 miles) long. You can walk along most of its path. It passes through many parks and green spaces. These areas are important for local wildlife.
Where Does the Brook Start?
The Yeading Brook mainly begins at the moat of Headstone Manor. A moat is a deep, wide ditch. It often surrounds a castle or large house. A smaller stream also feeds the brook. This stream comes from Pinner Park. The River Pinn also starts in Pinner Park.
What Path Does the Brook Follow?
The Yeading Brook takes a winding path. It flows through several parts of London. These include North Harrow, Rayners Lane, and Ruislip. It also goes through South Ruislip.
Near RAF Northolt, the brook meets the Roxbourne Brook. The Roxbourne Brook is another small stream. After this, the Yeading Brook continues towards Southall. Finally, it joins the River Crane in Hayes.
Exploring the Brook's Green Spaces
The Yeading Brook flows through many beautiful spots. These are perfect for walks and nature watching. Some of these places are:
- Yeading Brook open space (in North Harrow)
- Roxbourne Park
- Ruislip Gardens open space
- Ickenham Marsh (where it joins the Hillingdon Trail)
- Gutteridge Wood and Meadows
- Ten Acre Wood
- Yeading Brook Meadows
At Yeading Brook Meadows, the brook connects with the Grand Union Canal walk. Soon after, it officially becomes part of the River Crane. These areas provide important habitats for plants and animals. They are also great places for people to enjoy nature.
