Gilbert's Pit

Gilbert's Pit (Charlton)
Site of Special Scientific Interest
LocationGreater London
Grid referenceTQ418786
InterestGeological
Area5.2 hectares
Notification1985
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.