Lakes Near London UK

Take a look at the stunning lakes in London, which are surrounded by gorgeous bodies of water.

1.       Bathing Ponds in Hampstead Heath

Hampstead Heath, famous for its open-air bathing lakes, is the ideal spot to visit on a hot day – or a cold one if you're courageous and have a wetsuit. A brisk trek up to the pinnacle of Parliament Hill, on the other hand, should rapidly dispel any goosebumps!

2.       Victoria Park

Victoria Park was chosen the people's favorite park in 2014, with 86.18 hectares of open space, two boating lakes (one for model boats only), a splash pool, and a Chinese pagoda. (That's right, it's still clinging to that one.) However, I believe there hasn't been any tournament since then, so it's still the reigning champion). The West Boating Lake is arguably the most picturesque portion, but the splash pool will be a hit with the kids.

3.       The Serpentine, Hyde Park

Take a dip, rent a pedal, or slowly row your boat down the, well, Serpentine. The UK's first Solar shuttle is also housed at Hyde Park, a truly spectacular craft that floats silently over the lake, powered solely by the sun! After that, Bristol Airport Transfer get a bite to eat or a drink at one of the park's cafes before heading to the Serpentine Galleries for some art and modern architecture.

4.       Regent’s Park

Regent's Park is fantastic for a variety of reasons, including its enormous sports facilities and open-air theatre, but it's most known for its two boating lakes, one of which is specifically for children. Of course, this means that your boat races and pirate raids will be limited to those who are serious about the whole thing.

5.       Battersea Park

It should come as no surprise that the lake at Battersea Park is a popular place for postcard producers (what a profession!). It's surrounded by a plethora of flora and animals, and it's a lovely place to take a stroll. When you combine it with a visit to the rose garden and the Peace Pagoda, it's easy to see why this park is one of the nicest south of the river.

 

6.       Greenwich Park Boating Pond

Ok, so this isn't technically a lake, but Greenwich Park is a beautiful spot to visit, so we thought we'd include it. The Royal Observatory and the Prime Meridian of the World (the line that divides the eastern and western hemispheres of the world) are located in the park, which offers incredible panoramic views of the city, and finishing the day with a stroll around the lake is exactly what we need.

7.       St James’s Park

The lake at St James's Park is home to a large assortment of waterfowl, as well as the resident pelicans, which were first donated by a Russian Ambassador in 1664 and have been gifted on a regular basis since then (you can watch them being fed every day between 2.30 and 3pm). The Blue Bridge also offers amazing views of Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, the London Eye, and Horse Guards Parade because to its strategic location.

8.       Alexandra Palace Boating Lake

Choose your vehicle (there are dragons, racing cars, and swans) and race your friends around Ally Pally's lake. After that, stop by the Lakeside Cafe for a drink or some food before exploring the neighbouring parklands, which provide spectacular views of London.

9.       Crystal Palace Park

The only thing lacking from Crystal Palace Park is a palace, or at least a substitute for the one that burned down. There's not only a lovely fishing lake, but you can also get lost in the maze and spot the famous Crystal Palace dinosaurs, which were co-erected by the Natural History Museum's founder. It's like a Mini-Jurassic Park in London.

10.   Hollow Ponds

Epping is a little out of the way compared to many of the central London parks and lakes, but it's well worth the trip. The Hollow Ponds, which are surrounded by the lovely woodlands of Epping Forest, are an excellent site to hire a boat and enjoy the wildlife. Really, a leisurely row in the summer heat sounds wonderful right now.

11.   Ruislip Lido

Isn't it amazing that this photo was taken in London?! Ruislip Lido is a 60-acre lake with sandy beaches and the world's longest 12-inch gauge railway. It's no longer legal to swim in it, but you can sunbathe and believe you're on a tropical island.

12.   Burgess Park

Burgess Park, a wonderful hidden gem among our selection of London lakes, offers some spectacular views of the cityscape, and the lake is a lovely place to relax in the summer. Fishing is permitted with the purchase of a permit, and barbecues are permitted as long as they are done in one of the specified places.