New to the Scrubs? Start here!

It may be you have only just discovered the Scrubs…or maybe you’ve decided to start coming here after a long absence. Either way, welcome! Here are a few things we think you’d like to know:

• This is not a conventional urban park. You won’t find tarmac paths or manicured flower beds here. It’s a semi-wild habitat and home to an amazing diversity of species - birds (see photo) insects, plants, trees, mammals and reptiles

• We humans pose a constant threat to the wildlife of the Scrubs.

• Please do NOT walk or sit down in long grass areas - this is where wildlife should feel safe from us.

• STAY on the paths in the woods and don’t damage trees.

• TAKE your litter home or dispose in a bin so that it won’t end up on the ground.

• Dogs love the Scrubs, and we love dogs, but please keep them under control.

• For more about the Scrubs, explore our history page