Discover which projects were built on the edges of the Heath, and which were stopped in their tracks by conservation initiatives. A brand-new walk led by Zander Gross.
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The Hidden Heath: signs of the Heath’s past
Hampstead’s Heath pictorial historian and archaeologist Michael Hammerson interprets what lies beneath, adding a new dimension to your enjoyment of the Heath. On this walk you will have the opportunity to compare views of the Heath today with archival photographs taken from the same spot. You might be surprised how much the Heath has changed …
How will Hampstead Heath respond to climate change?
An expert walk co-led by Professor Jeff Waage, and the City of London’s Head of Conservation, Jonathan Meares. Climate change is already changing the wildlife and the landscapes of the Heath. This walk will reveal those changes and demonstrate how management of the Heath is being directed towards helping to address the impact of global …
In the footsteps of John Constable
Follow in the footsteps of John Constable, England’s greatest landscape painter. Trace his life story and the inspiration he found on the Heath and in the adjacent village of Hampstead.
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Golder’s Hill Park Zoo
A brand-new walk led by the zoo manager. Laura Botelho introduces the animals, tells the story of the zoo and shares her vision for its future.
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Trees of the Heath
A meeting in the chapel to explore our relationship to trees and then a walk to explore the history of some of the most significant trees on the Heath. You must register to take part https://urbantreefestival.org/tree-connections
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Landmarks of the East Heath
Find our more about the landmarks you know, and maybe something about landmarks you don’t know at all!
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Birds of the Heath in the Autumn
Despite its urban location there’s always something interesting to spot on the Heath: Dartford Warbler (this year! – the first time since WWII), Alpine Swift and Bittern, have all come our way before! Nothing promised … but you never know. And with Pete leading the walk – you couldn’t have a better guide to the …
Hampstead Heath Ferns and Horsetails
A brand-new walk organised jointly with the London Natural History Society, exploring the Heath’s population of ancient ferns and horsetails. This walk will be longer than most so please bring your lunch!
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Spiders of the Heath
Discover the original web designers!
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