Gilbert's Pit

Gilbert's Pit (Charlton)
Site of Special Scientific Interest
Location of Gilbert's Pit (Charlton).
Area of searchGreater London
Grid referenceTQ418786
InterestGeological
Area5.2 ha (13 acres)
Notification date1985
Location mapMagic Map

Gilbert's Pit is a 5.2-hectare (13-acre) geological Site of Special Scientific Interest in Charlton in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. It was notified in 1985 and was formerly known as Charlton Sand Pit. It is a Geological Conservation Review site. It is also part of the Maryon Wilson Park and Gilbert's Pit Local Nature Reserve. It adjoins Maryon Park and is close to Maryon Wilson Park.