Sunley Gardens, Perivale, Greenford UB6 7PE
Perivale Wood
Ancient woodland
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5.8
Wildland
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Why it's Wildland
5.8A 27-acre reserve in suburban Perivale, with 18 acres of ancient mixed oak woodland alongside pasture, damp scrub, ponds and streams.
Perivale Wood’s small area holds a striking range of habitats: ancient oak woodland, pasture, damp scrub, five ponds and two streams. Its wildlife and conservation story make it more than a patch of green, though access needs planning because the gates are normally locked.
Peaceful · Ancient-feeling
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The experience
Plan around the reserve’s membership-based access: check how to borrow a key before travelling, then explore the habitats and wildlife observation opportunities described by the Selborne Society. A mapped or timed route is not established by the supplied evidence.
Things to do
Notice the woodland-to-pasture changes
Explore the reserve’s distinct habitats: 18 acres of ancient mixed oak woodland, five acres of pasture, damp scrub and recently disturbed ground.
Look for birds from the hides
The reserve has two bird hides. One is only open for organised events, so check availability before visiting.
Explore the ponds and streams
Look for the reserve’s five ponds and two small streams as part of a visit through its varied habitats. No water activity permission is established.
Make a day of it
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Explore the reserve’s habitat mosaic
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Check the Selborne Society’s current access and key-borrowing arrangements before setting out; the reserve gates are normally locked.
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Once access is arranged, explore the reserve’s woodland, pasture, damp scrub and water features.
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Use the bird hides where available; one hide is only open for organised events.
Verified history
The supplied reserve information describes 18 acres of ancient mixed oak woodland within a 27-acre reserve, alongside pasture, damp scrub and recently disturbed land. It does not provide dates or a detailed account of the wood’s history.
Hidden details
A varied reserve within 27 acres — The reserve combines ancient mixed oak woodland with pasture, damp scrub and recently disturbed land, creating distinct habitat contrasts in a compact area.
The second bird hide has restricted access — There are two bird hides, but one is only open for organised events; confirm availability before planning to use it.
When to go
· Check with the reserve; no best time is established by the supplied sources.
Seasonal highlights are not established by the supplied sources.
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What to look for
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The contrast between ancient mixed oak woodland, pasture, damp scrub and more recently disturbed ground
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five ponds and two small streams
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birdlife from the reserve’s hides. One hide is only open for organised events.
The story
Ancient mixed oak woodland and nature conservation
Best time to go
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How long to spend
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Perfect for
Wildlife lovers · Walkers · Families
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Practical information
Opening & access
The reserve gates are normally locked. Members can borrow a key from Perivale Library or the adjacent Café Rendezvous, taking their membership card; check current arrangements before visiting. Members may bring friends and family. Organised groups must book.
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Parking
Street parking is available in the surrounding streets; weekday restrictions apply 10–11am and 2–3pm. Car parks are on both sides of Perivale tube station; one accepts coins and the other mobile-phone payments. Check current details before travelling.
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Toilets
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Food & drink
Café Rendezvous is named as a place where members may borrow a reserve key; food availability is not established. Check before visiting.
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Dogs
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Accessibility
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Cost
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Water
Five ponds and two small streams. No evidence supplied for swimming or paddling permission.
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Around Perivale Wood
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
