Local Wildlife Site

Accessible Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation

Lakeside
Borough: Enfield
Grade: Local
Access: Free public access
Area: 1.18 ha

Description

This small but popular open space is composed of mature woodland surrounding an artificial lake.

Wildlife

The lake has a diverse marginal flora, including trifid bur-marigold, yellow flag iris and branched bur-reed, pendulous sedge and brooklime. White waterlily is also present. The lake supports a population of the protected great crested newt.The woodland has a dense canopy of pedunculate and Turkey oaks, with crack willow and horse-chestnut. Holly is abundant in the understorey over a ground flora of bramble and ivy. Breeding birds include great spotted woodpecker.

Facilities

Litter bins.
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