Darlands Nature Reserve
The Darlands Nature Reserve sits in the Totteridge Valley between the villages of Totteridge and Mill Hill in the London Borough of Barnet. The 32 hectares (80 acres) of woodlands, wetlands, grasslands and the Darlands Lake are home to a diverse community of wildlife and boast some wonderful rural walks with spectacular views across the valley.
Announcements
Mayor of Barnet officially reopens Darlands Lake
On Sunday 3 November the Mayor of Barnet officially reopened Darlands Lake.
Volunteers install new posts and rail fences
Installed across the three gaps on the lake side. They are low so as not to spoil the views but create a barrier to protect visitors and their dogs from getting too close to the water’s edge. They were constructed by volunteers over two workdays from wood grown at...
Darlands Lake Desilting Project
The historic Darlands Lake in the London Borough of Barnet has been successfully restored to its former glory through an ambitious desilting project completed in August 2024.
Explore Darlands
Whether you’re walking the dog, stretching your legs, looking to escape the hustle and bustle, connect with nature, be a wildlife watcher, explore the environment or just get some fresh air, Darlands is just the place.
Wildlife
Darlands has a mosaic of habitats, woodland, grassland, scrub, carr and open water. These provide food and shelter to a rich diversity of species. Some of these species are well recorded others less so.
About Darlands Conservation Trust
Darlands Conservation Trust is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation established by a group of local people who share a love for the Darlands nature reserve.
About Darlands Conservation Trust
Darlands Conservation Trust is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation established by a group of local people who share a love for the Darlands nature reserve.
