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Hounslow Heath is a local nature reserve in the London Borough of Hounslow and at a point borders Richmond upon Thames. The public open space, which covers 200 acres (80 ha), is all that remains of the historic Hounslow Heath which covered more than 4,000 acres (1,600 ha).
Jan 10, 2015 · We went to Hounslow Heath for the first time yesterday and were very impressed. The wild roses were in bloom and there was lots of bird song. There were some lovely views along the River Crane and there are some marked pathways with points of interest along the way to look out for.
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Hounslow Heath. Hounslow Heath has a continuous recorded history dating back to the Norman period, in which it lent its name to the hamlet of Heathrow. It was infamously known for the numbers of highwaymen and footpads in the area, who targeted wealthy individuals and noblemen.
The original Hounslow Heath once stretched right across the borough but what remains of it is now an important nature reserve site with a range of habitats making it home to newts, rabbits, adders, kestrels, and lizards.
Hounslow Heath, one of London's largest statutory nature reserves, is the last remnant of the vast heath that once covered this area. In 1977 a golf course was established on the west, the remainder maintained for nature conservation and recreation.
- 450 Staines Road
- England, Greater London
- Greater London
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A brief history of Hounslow Heath, now a large open space east of the River Crane in south- west Hounslow, including a public golf course and nurseries.
Hounslow Heath, Hounslow: See 33 reviews, articles, and 72 photos of Hounslow Heath, ranked No.14 on Tripadvisor among 31 attractions in Hounslow.
