Beddington Farmlands

It has been a birdwatching site since the late 19th century. Ornithological records, increasing from the 1930s, have been kept over this period. They show details of the changes in the range of species seen, and size of bird population, as the land use has changed. ==Nature reserve==

Beddington Farmlands is classified a Site of Importance for Nature Conservation, and a Metropolitan Open Land. Its area is . Wildlife habitats are being developed, including wet grasslands, lakes and heathland. There is restricted access to the reserve until completion. It is part of the developing Wandle Valley Regional Park, set up as a charity in 2013. This is a series of green spaces along the entire length of the River Wandle, including, adjacent to Beddington Farmlands, Mitcham Common to the north and Beddington Park to the south. ==References==