Croydon beaver plan: what Norbury residents should know
Croydon Council says a proposal to introduce Eurasian beavers to South Norwood Country Park has strong survey support and could bring new wetland habitat by 2028 if licensing and funding are secured.
South Norwood / Norbury SW16 · 12 May 2026Tuesday 12 May 2026 — An unusual wildlife plan in the north of Croydon is moving through its next steps, with South Norwood Country Park identified as a possible future home for a family of Eurasian beavers.
The project is not in Norbury itself, but it is close enough to matter for residents interested in Croydon’s parks, biodiversity and family days out. Croydon Council’s project page says the scheme aims to bring beavers to South Norwood Country Park, with the hope that the animals could arrive in 2028 if the required checks, funding and permissions are completed. [...]
