Top 30 Best Nature reserves for family days in London

“This is a great place with a variety of scenarios. There is a lovely recreational ground, an open space grass and much more. You never get tired on a sunny day. It's a lovely place to go on a Sunday with the family.”

“The park had a sign up saying only 14 were allowed inside the play area. I counted 7 leaving plenty of space for the children and I to play together. The children and I agree, The trampoline and slides were our favourite and the swing was great too. I noticed a swing for a wheel chair aswell.. how lovely to be able to have such a lovely space in a Borough of London. A good time was had by all.”

“A really lovely large park. Children's playground, a massive lake with 3 different piers which overlook it, a viewing mount you can see all around from, and a massive field. Really good for children to run freely, or cycle in.”

“What a beautiful setting for a lovely meal. The staff were very attentive and made sure we had a lovely time. The food was delicious. We will definitely be going back again and will be recommending it to all of our friends.”

“Would highly recommend for a calming evening to indulge in high quality cuisine and authentic taste of traditional food. The highest recommendations to our wonderful waiter, Mahfuj, with such expectation service, attentive nature and tailored experience. Such phenomenal food, calming ambiance, and welcoming nature by all staff. Highly recommended to all parties from small intimate groups to lagers numbers for events and socials”

“I visited the place a couple of times already and found the staff very friendly. They have lovely coffee and the best hot dogs I've ever eaten ❤️”

“Good portion of food, enough too fill your belly up”

“Been at a fair few pubs but this one is really good. Live music, nice friendly staff and a really nice crowd in attendance on day of my visit. Worth a look if you are into a good down to earth good food environment”

“A lovely playground with play equipment by Wicksteed. There r 2 climbing frames, swings, playhouse, wobbly bridge, roundabout, hill with tunnel, spinner, springer and some activity panels. There is also a green space for running around and picnics. The London Loop passes by this open space. @playgroundadventures”

“I quite enjoy meals at F&B. Been eating there for years and I like it very much. Recently, they've removed one of my favorite dishes but the others are equally as nice. They do have dishes for everyone regardless of your preference.”

“Great onsite bar and food hall area. Standard on site prices for most things but generally good.”

“Amenities brilliant Due to snow and ice and then rain the laundrette pipes froze. They were quickly fixed which was a godsend with 3 dogs in a caravan Very helpful and friendly staff. If you have dogs there are loads of good walks one leads to a lovely pub too.”

“Fantastic restaurant. Staff are so friendly, polite and attentive. Food exceptional and great value for money.”

“This is Kingsley Hall Cafe, ( Cafe shut now due to Covid, - what else! ), Church at 11am Sundays and Foodbank nearby to/at Martins Corner in Dagenham in Essex, viz Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham local councils. It ( the foodbank ) has a points system to help you select food from the foodbank and is open 9am until 4pm Monday to Friday. Food is available at much lower prices than in the shops locally. Ideal if you have mobility, homeless or financial problems. JCN.”

“Nice place to spend time with family. Children's play area is very good. Good place to do picnic in open place.”

“Tree planting with family, we all enjoyed it very much!”

“nice oath It is characterized by the presence of some African animals such as; Giraffes, small monkeys, turtles, zebras, meerkats, hippopotamuses”

“Lovely mini jungle where you’re guaranteed to find some peace and quiet ✨”

“So pleased to have found a great cat feeding service in Beckenham. James proved to be very professional, reliable and punctual. I can highly recommended Beckenham cat sitters.”

“Such a lovely day my kids enjoyed it very much thanks”

“Took my 2 and 4 year old there Saturday morning and they had a great time. A nice size soft play for the younger kids.”

“The nocturnal owl experience is magic! Close up with the owls, and you get to hold them at the end. Educational and fun, highly recommended.”

“Very good condition as you can come and see the car”

“View of the majestic lakes, instantly brings a seren calmness in your heart and make you very cheerful! One of the most beautiful parks in Barking & Dagenham with two very attractive lakes (South & North Lakes), large open space, leisure centre, car parks, children's play area, sports facilities, Woodlands, and Local Nature Reserve! And Mayes Brook River goes through the edge of the Mayesbrook Park! Across the southern side of the Mayesbrook Brook, magnificent Wildlife Goldmines such as South Lake, Nature Reserve and Woodland Trail are located! A perfect place for walking, jogging, running, relaxing and exploring for all family members! Water in the Mayesbrook Park North Lake seems like a teardrop-silver in colour and stand-still with occasional ripples created by waterfowl or leaves dropping from tree! Reflection of Skyline and Trees can be clearly visible on the lake water! There are plenty of natural sounds make this North Lake magical - cooings of pigeons, humming throbs of mute Swan, rustling leaves, mesmerising ripples in the lake and grass playing with the wind! Lakes are the homes many waterfowl including mute Swan, tufted Duck, Shoveler, Rock Dove (Feral Pigeon) and Herring Gull!”

“Classic piece of architecture currently being converted to house monkeys.”

“Clean kitchen, and room, welcoming, warm and friendly service. Safe and convenient location.”