Friends of Garthorne Road Nature Reserve Annual Bake-off 2024

The folks at Garthorne Road Nature Reserve are throwing open the gates one last time this year. Swing by and soak in the peaceful vibes, catch a glimpse of the wildlife, and witness the onset of autumn. Oh, and don’t miss the legendary cake Bake-off, generously sponsored this year by Bryan & Keegan Estate Agents in Crofton Park. You can even snag a slice of cake and help support the Friends group’s important work.

Reserve entrance is on Beadnell Road next to alleyway to Garthorne Road

Garthorne Road Nature Reserve Open Day | Forest Hill Community Event

Saturday 18th May

2 – 5pm

The Friends of Garthorne Road Nature Reserveย will be opening the site for the public to explore this hidden oasis of calm in Forest Hill. We will have an information stall and also the children’s can take part in a mini beast hunt and also have a self guided tree walk also plenty of butterflies and spring flowers. Bring a picnic and enjoy the wildlife.

Entrance at north end of Beadnell Road next to alleyway between Garthorne and Beadnell Road.

Sorry no dogs or BBQ’s

Limited bike secure space

Please use public transport if possible

Parking available in nearby roads

Southern Rail/ London Overground: Honor Oak Park (10 mins walk)Buses: Honor Oak Park: P4 & P12 (10 mins walk)Brockley Rise: 122, 171 & 172 (10 mins walk)

Garthorne Road Spring Open Day

Saturday 23th March

2 – 5pm

The Friends of Garthorne Road Nature Reserve are excited to open the site for the first time this year, just as the spring flowers begin to bloom and bees and butterflies emerge. Explore this hidden green sanctuary at your own pace with a self-guided tree walk, a children’s bug hunt, and an informative stall.

Suggested Donation: ยฃ2

Location Information:

  • Address: Entrance on Beadnell Road next to alleyway to Garthorne Road, Postcode SE23 1AA
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Consider using public transportation if possible. There is free parking available on nearby streets.

**Nearest Railway Station: Honor Oak Park (10-minute walk)

Buses:

  • Honor Oak Park Station: P4 & P12 (10-minute walk)
  • Brockley Rise: 122, 171 & 172 (10-minute walk)
  • Stansted Road 122 & 185 (10-minute walk)**

For further Information contact us

Saturday 21st September 2pm – 5pm

The Friends of Garthorne Road Nature Reserve is opening the reserve for the last time this year as we close over the winter months. Come and have a look at our six new information boards funded partly by the Kenneth White Legacy and The Worshipful Company of Gardeners and also come and explore this green quiet oasis and support us.

We will be also having the usual children’s Mini Beast hunt and also a tree trail will be available.

Suggested Donation ยฃ2

Bring a picnic and enjoy the nature listen to the birds and see the bees.

Sorry No Dogs or BBQS allowed

Please use public transport or use a bike we have limited bike secure area

Honor Oak Park Station: London Overground & Southern Rail

Entrance on Beadnell Road next to Garthorne Road alleyway.

Garthorne Road Nature Reserve Open Day

Saturday 21st September 2pm – 5pm

The Friends of Garthorne Road Nature Reserve is opening the reserve for the last time this year as we close over the winter. Come and have a look at our six new information boards funded partly by the Kenneth White Legacy and The Worshipful Company of Gardeners and also come and explore this green quiet oasis and support us.

We will be also having the usual children’s Mini Beast hunt and also a tree trail will be available.

Suggested Donation ยฃ2

Bring a picnic and enjoy the nature listen to the birds and see the bees.

Sorry No Dogs or BBQS allowed

Please use public transport or use a bike we have limited bike secure area

Honor Oak Park Station: London Overground & Southern Rail

Entrance on Beadnell Road next to Garthorne Road alleyway.

Garthorne Road Nature Reserve Open Day

Saturday 15th July 2pm – 5pm

The Friends of Garthorne Road Nature Reserve is opening the reserve come and have a look at our six new information boards funded partly by the Kenneth White Legacy and The Worshipful Company of Gardeners and also come and explore this green quiet oasis and support us.

We will be also having the usual children’s Mini Beast hunt and also a tree trail will be available.

Suggested Donation ยฃ2

Bring a picnic and enjoy the nature listen to the birds and see the bees.

Sorry No Dogs or BBQS allowed

Please use public transport or use a bike we have limited bike secure area

Entrance on Beadnell Road next to Garthorne Road alleyway.

Garthorne Road June Open Day

Saturday 17th June 2pm – 5pm

The Friends of Garthorne Road Nature Reserve will be opening the site has we are holding a special event which local artists we be displaying and selling their paintings and wares. Please come along and support them as the profits will go to the reserve.

We will be also having the usual children’s Mini Beast hunt and also a tree trail will be available.

Bring a picnic and enjoy the nature listen to the birds and see the bees.

Sorry No Dogs or BBQS allowed

Please use public transport or use a bike we have limited bike secure area

Entrance on Beadnell Road next to Garthorne Road alleyway.

Garthorne Road Nature Reserve Open Days 2026

Guided walk with a local nursery

The Reserve is now closed for winter and will reopen in March 2026

The Friends look forward to your visit, offering the public a chance to explore this quiet oasis in Forest Hill and see what has been done to improve the site during the winter shutdown. Bring along a picnic to enjoy.

Our Open Days are on the Third Saturday of each month from March – October.

March 21th

April 18th

May 16th

June 20th

July 18th

August 15th

September 19th – Annual Bake-off

October 17th

Sorry No Dogs, BBQ’S or cycling allowed on the reserve

Please contact us:

Garthorne Road Nature Reserve Bake-off and Open Day Saturday 17th September 2 – 5pm


The Friends are holding their annual Bake off with prizes and also reserve Open Day come and have a look around to see the wildlife and bring a picnic along if you want. There will be some children activities such as hunting mini beasts as well a Tree Trail sheet as well.

Suggested donation ยฃ2

Please note there are no toilets on the site. Sorry No Dogs or BBQโ€™S please.

The Garthorne Road Nature Reserve is run wholly by volunteers. Any profits or donations are used to maintain or improve the Nature Reserve and provide educational events for the local community. Donations to the reserve is welcomed.

For further information please contact us:

Garthorne Road Nature Reserve Open Day today


The Friends are open the reserve today come and have a look around to see the wildlife and bring a picnic along if you want. .There will be some children activities such as hunting mini beasts as well a Tree Trail sheet as well.

Suggested donation ยฃ2
Please note there are no toilets on the site.
Sorry No Dogs or BBQโ€™S please.

The Garthorne Road Nature Reserve is run wholly by volunteers. Any profits or donations are used to maintain or improve the Nature Reserve and provide educational events for the local community. Donations to the reserve is welcomed.

The Friends of Garthorne Road Nature Reserve conduct monthly volunteer days are on the second Saturday of each month and starts at 11am – 3.30pm. We meet at main entrance on Beadnell Road. The work ranges from controlling non-native species to surveying and recording the many wildlife species. if you wish to join us please reserve a place.

Further information can be found on the Garthorne Road Nature Reserve Volunteering page.As per government guidance, Covid-19 restrictions ended on Monday 19th July 2021 across England. However, the Friends of Garthorne Road Nature Reserve will still maintain certain precautions across various areas of operation and Lewisham Council Nature Conservation managers have been given the choice to incorporate elements of previous guidance in order to make ourselves and volunteers feel comfortable and safe whilst volunteering.

How to find us:
Main gate is at North end of Beadnell Road next to the alleyway to Garthorne Road.