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Addington Hills is an area of wooded heathland and parkland located in the London Borough of Croydon, South London. Also known locally as Shirley Hills, the site encompasses a notable area of acidic heath and woodland, providing a distinct natural habitat within an urban environment. The elevated terrain offers panoramic views across the surrounding capital and the Thames Valley. Managed as a public open space, it features a network of boardwalks and footpaths that allow visitors to explore the rare heathland ecosystem while preventing erosion to the underlying sandy soils.
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How good is Addington Hills?
Addington Hills scores 7.28/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Heath category. Popular elevated London nature reserve, valued for skyline views, woodland and accessibility; limited scale and heathland character reduce destination...
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See our alternatives page for Addington Hills for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Stanmore Common, Hampstead Heath, Wimbledon Common.
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Is Addington Hills worth it in 2026?
With a score of 7.28/10, Addington Hills is a solid option in Heath. See all Heath ranked.
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