East India Dock Basin

East London > United Kingdom

Within the sight of Canary Wharf and the 02, you'll discover the old East India Dock Basin, now enjoying a new lease of life as an amazing wildlife sanctuary.

Added* by Sandpioernuts
Most recent update 27 február 2022

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Description

The city high flyers you’ll spot here are rybárik riečny, rybár riečny and the occasional žľtochvost domový. Because where once 19th century ships delivered their cargoes, there’s now tranquil open water, wildflower meadows and salt marsh. East India Dock Basin is a real gem. A perfect escape from the city for the family and a nature lover’s delight.

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Access

East India Dock Basin opening times: July - August: 08:00 - 21:00. September - October: 08:00 - 19:30. November - March: 08:00 -17:00. April - June: 08:00 - 19:30. You can access through walking, cycling, train and buses.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , River , Mud flats , City/village , Reedbeds , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Flat , High water possible

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Wide path , Paved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

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Top 5 birds

1. rybár riečny
(Sterna hirundo)

2. žľtochvost domový
(Phoenicurus ochruros)

3. kazarka pestrá
(Tadorna tadorna)

4. kačica chrapka
(Anas crecca)

5. volavka popolavá
(Ardea cinerea)

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