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
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.
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.
Our mid-morning nature jaunts with toddlers on Tuesdays are starting back up!
Full details online, via link in our bio!
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... 👀 😎
21/05/2026
London Rivers Week is nearly here 💧
Join us for a week of guided walks, wildlife surveys and low tide adventures celebrating Deptford Creek and the River Ravensbourne.
Some events are already sold out and others have limited availability, so book now via the link in bio.
Our first Source to Sea: Walking the Ravensbourne event takes place this Saturday, starting at Keston Ponds - the source of the Ravensbourne River.
And don’t miss our signature Creekside Low Tide Walk on 28 May - a rare chance to explore Deptford Creek from the creek bed itself 🌊
15/05/2026
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.
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |