Wildlife
Crane Park Island and Shot Tower
A London Wildlife Trust reserve on an island in the River Crane, where an old gunpowder works has become reedbed, woodland and ponds. The 1828 Shot Tower now serves as a small visitor centre with toilets, and there are family pond-dipping and minibeast sessions in season. Free and little known outside the area.
📍 Twickenham, London · TW2 6AA
Visitor information
- Ages
- 0–16+
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- Ellerman Avenue, Whitton, Twickenham TW2 6AA
- Opening times
- Reserve open at all times; Shot Tower visitor centre Tue-Sun 09:00-17:00.
Family facilities
Last checked 7 Oct 2026
- Café on site
- Toilets
- AccessibilityMost areas step-free via bridges; mixed path surfaces; one path has steps.
- ParkingLimited roadside parking
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