Wildlife
Russia Dock Woodland
12 locals recommend,
Location
Somerford Way
London, England
Tips from locals
Russia Dock Woodland is a long narrow park created by the infilling of one of the former Surrey Commercial Docks. It is perfect for walking or jogging
If you ever wanted to a completely different London scenery then head down to explore this forest like spot, with stunning views of river Thames area and Canary Wharf.
View of Russia Dock Path from Onega Gate Russia Dock Woodland is a long narrow park in Rotherhithe, London, created by the infilling of one of the former Surrey Commercial Docks. The former Russia Dock was originally used for the importing of timber from Norway, Russia and Sweden. The soft wood, known as "deal wood", was mostly used for newsprint and for manufacturing furniture. Following the closure of the docks in the early 1970s, the area was redeveloped by the London Docklands Development Corporation (LDDC). Russia Dock Woodland was made up of a number of docks, including Russia Dock, Island Dock and Surrey Basin, which were infilled (save for a thin 'stream' through the woodland) and
View of Russia Dock Path from Onega Gate Russia Dock Woodland is a long narrow park in Rotherhithe, London, created by the infilling of one of the former Surrey Commercial Docks. The former Russia Dock was originally used for the importing of timber from Norway, Russia and Sweden. The soft wood, kn…