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Creekside Discovery Centre, Deptford Creek

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Activity centre in an urban nature reserve - river walks and wildflower discovery for everyone Activities are popular so book early to reserve your place!

We are a charity working in one of the most biodiverse landscapes in London with a nature park and creekside. We work with schools, people and companies through river and wildflower walks and talks, sharing our knowledge and knowhow. Our Creekside Discovery Centre is set in its own wild environment with a living roof and exclusive access to Deptford Creek via a small beach. It's a purpose built ce

ntre with a broad range of equipment, information & resources for outdoor activities, social events and field study opportunities. We regularly run activities for adults, students, children and families. Together we can support and nurture urban wildlife and habitats across the UK for everyone.

16/06/2026

Looking for a family adventure this June? 🐟

Step into Deptford Creek and discover a hidden world of wildlife, history and fascinating finds beneath the mud.

Perfect for curious children and grown-ups alike.

📅 Sunday 21 June
🕙 10am–12pm

13/06/2026

Love nature and local wildlife? 🌿

We’re looking for volunteers from Greenwich and Lewisham to help people discover the hidden world of Deptford Creek.

No previous experience is needed – full training and support will be provided.

Interested? Join us for our volunteer induction on 20 June and register via the link in our bio.

09/06/2026

Looking for something a little different this Saturday evening? 🌙

Step into Deptford Creek and discover a hidden world of wildlife, history and stories beneath the mud.

📅 Saturday 13 June
🕕 6–8pm

Book via the link in our bio.

08/06/2026

Wildlife, campfires and family adventures…

☀️ Which will you be joining us for?

Find out more and book via the links in our bio.

02/06/2026

Could this be your next workplace? 🌿

Nestled beside Deptford Creek, Creekside Discovery Centre connects people with urban wildlife and nature.

We’re looking for an Urban Conservation Lead to join our team and help shape practical conservation projects, community engagement and nature recovery across South East London.

📍 Deptford
⏰ Part time – 24.5 hours per week
💷 £34,000 pro rata (FTE)
📅 Applications close Monday 8th June at 9am

Find out more and apply via the link in our bio.

29/05/2026

Our mid-morning nature jaunts with toddlers on Tuesdays are starting back up!

Full details online, via link in our bio!

28/05/2026

Looking for your next step in urban conservation? 🌿
We’re hiring an Urban Conservation Lead to help shape nature recovery and community engagement at Creekside.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, committed team leading practical conservation work, supporting local wildlife and strengthening connections between communities and urban nature.

📍Deptford, South East London
⏰ Part time - 24.5 hours per week (3.5 days)
💷 £34,000 pro rata (FTE)
📅 Applications close Monday 8th June at 9am

For more information, including the full job description and application form, visit the link in our bio.

27/05/2026

A hopeful update from the Creek 🦢

Four swanlings are now thriving on Deptford Creek under the watchful protection of their parents 💚

After two years of failed nesting attempts, it’s incredibly special to see swanlings back on the Creek for the first time in 3 years.

Want to spot them for yourself? Join us for tomorrow evening’s Low Tide Walk along Deptford Creek - and hopefully catch a glimpse of the swan family up close ✨

📸 Please give the swans plenty of space if visiting Creekside

23/05/2026

The Creek cygnets have arrived typically on a May bank holiday, we think 7 have hatched. The magnificent 7

22/05/2026

🌸📣 NEWS JUST IN 📣🌸

🌿 Like the wildlife around us, we're buzzing to announce that we've been awarded funding from the Green Roots Fund! 🌿

🌊 Our Wild Tide project will see habitat enhancements delivered with local volunteers, supporting wildlife to thrive and connecting people with nature. We'll also be working on long-term solutions for a healthy Deptford Creek and we're excited to get started! 🌊

More detail on the project and how you can get involved will be available online, so keep your eyes peeled.

And for the really eagle-eyed out there, you'll also spot that we're hiring right now... 👀 😎

Address

Creekside Discovery Centre, 14 Creekside
London
SE84SA

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+442086929922

Website

http://www.creeksidecentre.org.uk/

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