Open water, breeding birds, access to nature.
Local Wildlife Site
Accessible Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation
Poplar Dock
Borough: Tower Hamlets
Grade: Borough Grade II
Access: Free public access (part of site)
Area: 2.48 ha
Description
Wildlife
Poplar Dock is now a well-used marina, with moorings and boats covering most of its surface. Despite the restricted area of open water, a few pairs of coot and mallard nest regularly, and tufted ducks nest in some years. Larger numbers of tufted ducks can appear in hard winters.
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