This attractive, mature park is by far the largest open space in densely built-up East Ham. Central Park won a Green Flag Award again for 20089. Newham Striders use this site a Walking the Way to Health (WHI) scheme; see link for details.
Local Wildlife Site
Accessible Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation
Central Park
Borough: Newham
Grade: Local
Access: Free public access (all/most of site)
Area: 9.89 ha
Description
Wildlife
There are numerous mature trees, mostly London plane, lime and horse chestnut but with a wide variety of other species. A 'tree trail' leaflet provides information about some of these. The formal gardens contain dense shrubberies, providing further habitat for common birds. A small pond contained fringed water-lily and ornamental fish.Facilities
Refreshments; Toilets.
Dunnock © Jason Gallier
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