Why is there a Small Wall in the River Wandle in Earlsfield?
If you have walked along the Wandle Trail in Wandsworth, you may have noticed the small wall that runs down the river in Earlsfield. The wall is visible from Riverdale …
Wandle Facts
Why is the River Wandle called Wandle?
Some sources claim that Wandsworth was named after the river Wandle, however it is more likely to be the other way around, that the river Wandle was named after Wandsworth. …
Can you Swim in the River Wandle?
Swimming in the River Wandle is not recommended. Although the river is much cleaner today compared with its industrial heyday, there are still reports of sewage being dumped into the …
What are the Numbered Waymarkers Along the Wandle Trail?
There are 100 numbered waymarkers spaced evenly along the 15km length of the Wandle Trail. Number 1 is located at the mouth of the Wandle where it meets the river …
What are Chalk Streams?
Chalk streams are rivers that emerge from chalk bedrock. They have very clear water that’s rich in minerals, and attracts a wide variety of aquatic plants and fish. This post …