One Tree Hill Park

“It was a beautiful summer's day. The breeze was... Stupendous. Like Chris Eubank I almost wanted to dance but he was unavailable to show me how My morning walk through One Tree Hill Park soundtracked by Paul Simon's classic Graceland album really set me up for a day at the home desk this fine monday morning in August. The park is named for the 'one tree' present which is in fact the Honor oak which gives name to the nearby transit hub and residential area. The Honor oak present today was planted in tribute to one which stood in this place in the Tudor era and saw Elizabeth I grace the ground which sat under it for a regal picnic. To my knowledge Elizabeth II did not grace the replacement tree with the same treatment but I am open to being proved wrong on this! There is a fantastic view of the London skyline which entertainingly no longer accords with the sign which was placed to detail what should be viewable from this point. The trees directly in front of this viewpoint also obscure some of this fine view with their foliage. Although they're not meaning to do this I would appreciate if the council would trim them back, as it sort of nullifies the efficacy of the viewpoint. Sort it out Lewisham council!! Nice for a walk most times of day, there may be people partaking in potentially unsavoury behaviour here in evenings, only bring hardy and worldly children at these times if you must take them!”

“Visited the place couple of times and I never get bored with it. Is a place that I can be so near to nature in a middle of a busy city. There's so much to explore and the history behind it how the then Camberwell Council bought it in 1905 for £6,100 and opened a public park. There are over 40 species of trees and so I have spotted a few birds too. Once you climb the hill I had a spectacular view over the City of London. Also there's an octagon concrete structure that it was used by the Royal Naval to defend London during the Blitz. A great place to visit but is a shame that some people leave rubbish behind and at the entrance of the park are big pieces of trash.”

“Great nature reserve that is wonderful for walks and mini hikes when the weather is good (stairs can be slippery when it rains but it's still beautiful) and great views of the city at the top of the hill. Also houses a gorgeous church (St. Augustines). Lovely little gem in the heart of SE23 London!”

“Lovely peaceful nature reserve with tarmac paths and steps which can be steep in places. Excellent views at the top of London skyline.”