Camley Nature Park

Tucked into "waste ground" behind King's Cross is this oasis for nature. There are 450 species of wild plant growing, and all around are industrial developments. Now the Eurostar terminal is being built, behind St Pancras station. Two of the three Victorian gasometers have already been moved - and this one is threatened. (On the right is the clock tower of St Pancras Station - I can see the other side of it from the BMJ office.)

This distinctive building sits on the other side of the canal. In the 19th century, the canals were so important in moving goods round the country. In the 21st, their recreational aspects are paramount. Ever so many people were out for a walk along the towpath. What a wonderful resource, cutting through the centre of the city.Plenty of reeds in the nature park. They put them to good use, eg this hide for birdwatching:
And during January and February, or as long as supplies last perhaps, people can come and pick up a tree or shrub for planting in their garden, for free.

There's a, hmm what is he called, nature warden? and the rest of the staff are volunteers. The visitor centre obviously gets lots of local groups, and there's a library of books for kids to use.

Nice place.