Saturday, February 25, 2023
These willow-washed pools with ducks and swans
Are not central Croydon's but just beyond's
An oasis of calm surrounded by protective semis
At Waddon Ponds
The Wandle emerges from gravelly springs
Before towards Beddington it absconds
They say Lord Nelson once fished by the mill
At Waddon Ponds
You'll find rippling water and drooping trees
Roosting gulls and a cycad with fronds
Plus bamboo hedges and two padlocked loos
At Waddon Ponds
Take a spin round the weaving lakeside path
Too close and the Canada goose responds
Two tiny bridges complete the circuit
At Waddon Ponds
A residents association oversees affairs
Installing memorials to many local icons
Look out for Reg's tree and Nathanael's bench
At Waddon Ponds
Daffodils nod and pink cherries blossom
Catkins droop as winter loosens its bonds
The signs of early spring are already strong
At Waddon Ponds
Please don't play ball games or feed the ducks
It seems there are always pros and cons
And always check the grass before you sit down
At Waddon Ponds
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