Wild London
Sir David Attenborough explores the wildlife of his London hometown, from urban deer to rooftop peregrines and many others, revealing how nature thrives in the world’s greenest major city.
After a life spent travelling the globe, the world’s most famous naturalist turns his attention closer to home to explore the wildlife of England’s iconic capital. Having lived in London for 75 years, Sir David has an intimate knowledge of the city’s natural history, and there's no better guide to introduce us to its most spectacular wildlife secrets.
London is considered the greenest major city in the world, with a surprising variety of animal dramas played out in the most unexpected places. Whether it’s herds of deer invading gardens, pigeons commuting by tube, snakes slithering along Regent's Canal, parakeets raiding green spaces, or seagulls learning new ways to make a killing in the city, Sir David reveals the incredible wild encounters to be experienced across his hometown.
Sir David celebrates the extraordinary ways in which animals are adapting to survive in the urban jungle, whether it be the fortunes of a pair of peregrines nesting on the Houses of Parliament as their chicks attempt their first flight, or a family of foxes living in the heart of Tottenham struggling to get to grips with fierce rivals and dangerous streets. He is inspired as he learns how people across the capital are ensuring some of Britain’s most-loved species can continue to call London their home, and he even joins efforts to bring back animals that have disappeared from the city.
Captured over his centennial year, this personal and poignant film is a timely insight into how cities can become homes for wildlife as well as ourselves.
On TV
Clips
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Wild London Trailer (short)
Duration: 00:06
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Wild London Trailer (short)
Duration: 00:20
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Hedgehog highways
Duration: 01:57
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Wild deer roam East London
Duration: 01:52
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | David Attenborough |
| Producer | Joe Loncraine |
| Director | Joe Loncraine |
| Composer | Jasha Klebe |
| Editor | Dominic Lester |
| Executive Producer | David Allen |
| Executive Producer | Gaby Bastyra |
| Executive Producer | Tom Hugh-Jones |
| Line Producer | Sara Revell |
| Producer | Sharmila Choudhury |
| Production Company | Passion Planet Ltd |
Broadcasts
- New Year's Day 2026 18:30
- Today 16:40Âé¶¹Éç One except Wales & Wales HD
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