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Eight Beavers Released, Cutting Flood Risk in Greenford

6/19/2026

Summary

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Eight beavers, including 30-kg female Willow, were released into Paradise Fields, where their dams have helped curb flooding and kept Greenford tube station dry.
Mayor Sadiq Khan’s £2.48 million rewilding fund financed the project, and his office praised the beavers for boosting biodiversity and reducing flood risk.
The park stays open 24 hours, offers £28 safaris that sell out, and staff report new fish, birds and dragonflies, prompting further releases in Croydon.

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Story summary

Eight beavers, including 30-kg female Willow, were released into Paradise Fields, where their dams have helped curb flooding and kept Greenford tube station dry.
Mayor Sadiq Khan’s £2.48 million rewilding fund financed the project, and his office praised the beavers for boosting biodiversity and reducing flood risk.
The park stays open 24 hours, offers £28 safaris that sell out, and staff report new fish, birds and dragonflies, prompting further releases in Croydon.