Over the past few days we have received reports of dead wildfowl, especially Canada Geese, in the lake/moat at Valence Park.

The RSPCA has been notified and it has been to site and has removed several birds for further testing.

Valence Park lake/moat is closed to the public until further notice.

Please DO NOT approach, touch, or feed birds in this area. This includes ducks, geese, swans, etc. 

Please follow good hygiene practices including washing hands regularly

If you find any dead or diseased birds in our parks please contact the Ranger Service by emailing the exact location to rangers@lbbd.gov.uk or calling 0208 227 2332

For other locations please the DEFRA helpline 0345 933 5577

For further information about Avian Flu please visit

Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England - Gov.uk

Report dead wild birds - Gov.uk

Bird Flu - NHS.uk