Welcome to the Friends of the Parkland Walk
The Parkland Walk is the longest Linear Nature Reserve in London at 4km in length, and follows the former railway line connecting Finsbury Park to Alexandra Palace which opened in 1873. Its fame is now global as it often features on 'must do' lists for visitors from oversees. At times it can be quite busy and weekends bring walkers, dog walkers, runners and cyclists all out to take advantage of the weather and escape from the urban hullabaloo.
Our Volunteers
We have a small but dedicated group of volunteers who come out to help us maintain and improve the ecology of the Walk. It's a big task that could benefit from more hands and we always welcome anyone who can help in any capacity. No knowledge of conservation is required, just the desire to want to help make The Parkland Walk a better place for everyone. Volunteering is a great way to make new friends, improve your health and fitness and also learn about the natural world.
Conservation Days coming up
Saturday 14th April, 10.00 - 12.00 The Wildlife Trail at the Highgate end of the Walk. MAP
We continue putting down a wood chip path around the Wildlife Trail site.
Tuesday 17th April, 10.00 - 15.00 The Wildlife Trail at the Highgate end of the Walk. MAP
Setting a chestnut paling fence path around the woodland area of the Wildlife Trail site. Free tea and biscuits. Drop in for as long as you want.
Thursday 19th April, 10.00 - 15.00 The Wildlife Trail at the Highgate end of the Walk. MAP
Dead hedging. Lovely when done properly. Free tea and biscuits. Drop in for as long as you want.
Thursday 19th April, Islington Crouch Hill* 10.00 - 15.30 MAP N8 9EH Spring management.
Saturday 12th May, 10.00 - 12.00 The Wildlife Trail at the Highgate end of the Walk. MAP
More general tasks to help shape the Trail.
Tuesday 15th May, 10.00 - 15.00 Muswell Hill. MAP
Digging out a pond. Free tea and biscuits. Drop in for as long as you want. Meeting behind Pure Gym.
Thursday 17th May, 10.00 - 15.00 The Wildlife Trail at the Highgate end of the Walk. MAP
More pond shaping. Free tea and biscuits. Drop in for as long as you want.
Thursday 17th May, Islington Crouch Hill* 10.00 - 15.30 MAP N8 9EH Cutting back overhanging branches and managing vegetation along the paths and entrances.
*For Islington events please contact the Nature Conservation Team beforehand on: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone 020 7527 4374 More information can be found on our Islington page.