Braeburn Park

Location: DA1 3RG

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About Braeburn Park

Braeburn Park is a thriving green space in Crayford, near Dartford, transformed from a former landfill site into a valuable place for both wildlife and the local community.

Today, it offers a unique landscape shaped by its history, with a wide variety of habitats to explore.

Habitats and wildlife

Braeburn Park is known for its diverse range of habitats, including:

  • Chalk, acid, and neutral grasslands
  • Scrub and mature woodland
  • A historic orchard
  • Sandy banks and gravel cliffs

This variety creates ideal conditions for wildlife, particularly in spring and summer, when the site is alive with butterflies and other insects.

Protected areas

The park is recognised as a Site of Borough Importance for Nature Conservation, highlighting its value as an important local habitat.

Within the site lies Wansunt Pit, a designated geological Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), adding to the area’s environmental and scientific importance.

Today

Braeburn Park is carefully managed to protect its habitats while providing a welcoming and accessible space for people to explore, learn, and connect with natur

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