I’d been through Carshalton on the bus a few times. It always looked inviting, so in 2015 this was the stopping point. Since then I have returned a few times, including a year ago when I walked part of the Wandle River Trail, which incorporates this.
This is a beautiful spot. There are always ducks, swans and other birds on the ponds. There is also a church opposite which is worth a look, and the town, though small, offers coffee shops – a nice pit stop before or after a walk. Carshalton also boats The Honeywood Museum overlooking the ponds. It’s history goes back to the 1600’s and the house was probably built for the Earl of Arundel. You can read the history of the place here.
The museum regularly holds exhibitions. The rooms are interesting and there is a great little cafe. Though the cafe is currently closed due to Covid restrictions, I believe they are doing a takeaway service.
Across the road from the ponds is All Saints Church. This is impressive inside, and a church has stood here since the Norman conquest!
To finish with, here are a few general shots in and around the ponds.
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