Featherbed Lane, New Addington, Croydon, CR0 0JT
Threecorner Grove
Ancient woodland
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5.8
Wildland
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Why it's Wildland
5.8A small triangular stand of ancient chalk woodland on London’s southern edge, with a tall canopy of oak, ash and wild cherry.
Threecorner Grove offers a distinct chalk-woodland character in a compact, two-hectare reserve. Its ancient woodland and mature tree canopy give it more ecological interest than an ordinary urban green space, though the supplied evidence does not establish a longer visit or a full-day itinerary.
Peaceful · Ancient-feeling
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The experience
Allow a short visit to explore the woodland on foot. Reach it via Hutchinson’s Bank and the bridleway beside Featherbed Lane; expect some steep or stepped footpaths. The supplied evidence does not describe a formal circuit or confirm facilities.
Things to do
Explore the ancient chalk woodland
Walk into the small woodland via Hutchinson’s Bank and the bridleway beside Featherbed Lane. Footpaths are sometimes steep and stepped.
Look up into the mature canopy
Notice the oak, ash and wild cherry canopy; London Wildlife Trust also lists field maple, small-leafed lime and whitebeam.
Look for wood sorrel
Wood sorrel is identified by London Wildlife Trust as an ancient woodland indicator at the reserve.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · Under 1 hour
A short chalk-woodland visit
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Reach Threecorner Grove via Hutchinson’s Bank nature reserve.
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Follow the bridleway beside Featherbed Lane into the grove.
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Explore the woodland on foot, taking care on steep or stepped paths.
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Look for the mature oak, ash and wild cherry canopy.
Hidden details
Wood sorrel as a woodland clue — London Wildlife Trust names wood sorrel among the ancient woodland indicators found here.
A varied canopy in a small reserve — The reserve’s canopy includes oak, ash and wild cherry, with field maple, small-leafed lime and whitebeam also recorded; some trees reach around 25 metres.
When to go
April · May · June · July · No specific time of day is recommended in the supplied evidence.
London Wildlife Trust lists April to July as the best time to visit. The supplied evidence does not specify a seasonal reason or peak flowering dates.
Paths can be steep and stepped. Check conditions and access before visiting.
What to look for
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Look for the mature canopy of oak, ash and wild cherry. London Wildlife Trust also identifies field maple, small-leafed lime and whitebeam
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some trees reach around 25 metres. Wood sorrel is named as an ancient-woodland indicator.
Best time to go
April–July, according to London Wildlife Trust.
London Wildlife Trust recommends April to July. Check conditions and access before setting out.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
Perfect for
Walkers · Wildlife lovers · Photographers
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- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Practical information
Opening & access
London Wildlife Trust says the reserve is open at all times. Access is via Hutchinson’s Bank nature reserve; follow the bridleway beside Featherbed Lane. Paths are sometimes steep and stepped. Check current access arrangements before visiting.
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Parking
Street parking is available in North Downs Road and Thorpe Close, according to London Wildlife Trust. Check local restrictions; the Google Maps pin is not an entrance or parking pin.
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Toilets
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Dogs
Dogs on a lead, according to London Wildlife Trust.
Accessibility
Footpaths are sometimes steep and stepped. London Wildlife Trust says access to Hutchinson’s Bank from Farleigh Dean Crescent is level and suitable for wheelchairs if gates are unlocked by arrangement; this does not establish step-free access through Threecorner Grove itself. Check before visiting.
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Around Threecorner Grove
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
