An Opinionated Guide to Wild London

London isn’t just a city with parks, it’s a city that is wild.In this episode of Do London Differently, host Michael Shilling is joined by Kassondra Cloos, author of An Opinionated Guide to Wild London, published by Hoxton Mini Press. We talk about the hidden places that make you feel miles from the capital without ever leaving it, from reed beds behind King’s Cross to wetlands near The O2.We also get into the bigger picture, how brownfield sites become brilliant habitats, why walking culture feels so different in the UK vs the US, and how getting onto the water (kayak, SUP, canoe) can completely rewire your relationship with the city. Expect foxes at sunrise, herons on the canal, and a few practical ideas for turning “nature appreciation” into “nature participation”.Mentioned in this episodeCamley Street Natural Park (King’s Cross)Greenwich Peninsula Ecology Park (near The O2)RSPB Rainham Marshes and London’s transformation storiesHampstead Heath, Green Chain Walk, Capital RingSlow Ways, Right to Roam, access, and why tiny gates tell big storiesLeaside Trust, paddling on the River Lea, and finding adventure in LondonExplore more London National Park City Podcasts