\n The project will remove the land causeway connecting an island in the Model Boating Pond to the shore, creating a dedicated sanctuary for nesting birds. (Image: City of London Corporation)\n<\/p>\n
\n Once removed, the island will become fully separated and inaccessible to people and pets, creating a dedicated sanctuary for nesting birds and other wildlife.\n<\/p>\n
\n Chair of the City of London<\/a> Corporation\u2019s Hampstead Heath, Highgate Wood and Queen\u2019s Park Committee, Alderman Gregory Jones KC, said: “This important project will create a peaceful sanctuary for wetland birds, right in the heart of Hampstead Heath.\n<\/p>\n \n “By removing the causeway, we\u2019re giving species like mallard, coot, grebe and swan a safe space to feed, rest and nest \u2013 free from human disturbance.\n<\/p>\n \n “It\u2019s a place they already use, and soon they\u2019ll have it all to themselves.”\n<\/p>\n \n \n The project has been made possible through more than \u00a350,000 in public donations and charitable fundraising.\n<\/p>\n \n It will also include the creation of nearly 100 square metres of new reedbeds\u2014funded through the City Corporation\u2019s Climate Action Strategy\u2014and wildflower planting.\n<\/p>\n \n \n The new habitats will support wetland birds, amphibians and reptiles, and temporary fencing will be installed to protect sensitive areas while these habitats establish.\n<\/p>\n \n The sanctuary will contribute to carbon capture as well.\n<\/p>\n \n READ MORE:\n<\/p>\n \n The Superloop routes that could come to London by 2027<\/a>\n<\/p>\n \n 9 wintery London walks perfect for cold and clear days<\/a>\n<\/p>\nThe new habitats will support wetland birds, amphibians and reptiles (Image: City of London Corporation)\n<\/p>\n
Hampstead Heath is home to more than 800 species of flora and fauna (Image: City of London Corporation)\n<\/p>\n