A modest copse of native tree species, through which the Hounsden Gutter, a small stream, flows. Beside this are areas of permanently wet carr (woodland), an uncommon habitat in London.
Local Wildlife Site
Accessible Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation
Hounsden Road Wood and Hounsden Gutter
Borough: Enfield
Grade: Local
Access: Free public access to most of Hounsden Wood. Hounsden Gutter and tributary can be viewed from adjacent paths or roads only.
Area: 2.18 ha
Description
Wildlife
The small copse has a canopy dominated by sycamore and pedunculate oak. The ground flora includes pendulous sedge and ramsons.Facilities
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Oak leaves in spring © Mike Waite
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