The Anonymous Widower

The East India Dock Basin

Travelling towards the River Thames, you come to the East India Dock Basin, which is now a nature reserve, is described here.

As you can see, it is well-laid out and has good views of the River Thames. The island in the middle of the basin is growing using the same method that salt marshes do in places like Norfolk.  There were quite a few birds about with sheld-duck, tufted duck and coot easily spotted. Apparently, there’s a local kingfisher too! There is a lot of good information. What would Jack Dash have thought?

There are plenty of places to sit and considering how close it is to the end of the 277 bus route and East India station on the DLR, it’s an ideal spot to go for a picnic.

March 16, 2012 - Posted by AnonW | Transport/Travel, World | Birds, Buses, Docklands Light Railway, London, River Lea, River Thames