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    Best Lakes In London

    We've rounded up the best lakes in London in our quest to discover brilliant family attractions and places to visit near you. There are 10 London lakes to pick from. Find the perfect places to go with your kids and get out on your next adventure!

    All the lakes we list are rated according to the ages they are suitable for, facilities and whether they are suitable for rainy days or best when the sun is shining.

    Many of the places we list are historic or educational in nature and would be suitable for class trips or as ways to keep the learning up whilst having fun over the school holidays.

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    The Regents Park and Primrose Hill

    • Regents Park
    • Outdoor
    • Parks and Playgrounds

    The Regent's Park is one of the Royal Parks, offering large open spaces for outdoor exploration and family games. Head to the top of Primrose Hill fo...

    All Ages

    1.8 mi

    Kelsey Park and Minigolf Course

    • Beckenham
    • Outdoor
    • Parks and Playgrounds

    The Showcase Park of the London Borough of Bromley, Kelsey Park offers peace and quiet to those who want it, holding some of the most beautiful lands...

    All Ages

    8.5 mi

    Denham Country Park

    • Uxbridge
    • Outdoor
    • Parks and Playgrounds

    The good thing about large open spaces, like Denham Country Park, is that they’re full of possibilities. When you have 69 acres of parkland to play w...

    All Ages

    15.7 mi

    Rickmansworth Aquadrome Nature Reserve

    • Rickmansworth
    • Outdoor
    • National Parks

    It can be hard to find a bit of tranquillity in life, which is why places like Rickmansworth Aquadrome Nature Reserve are so important. This local na...

    Ages 4+

    16.8 mi

    Chafford Gorges Nature Park

    • Grays
    • Indoor and Outdoor
    • National Parks

    Chafford Gorges Nature Park has 200 acres of green space, perfect for wildlife, residents of Chafford Hundred and for visitors! Get away from the hus...

    All Ages

    18.8 mi

    Fairlands Valley Park

    • Stevenage
    • Outdoor
    • Parks and Playgrounds

    Activities at Fairlands Valley Park include sailing bell boats and dragon boats, fishing, swimming in the paddling pools and playing on the children'...

    All Ages

    27.3 mi

    Frensham Great Pond

    • Churt
    • Outdoor
    • Lakes

    Situated between Farnham and Hindhead on either side of the A287 is the green flag award-winning site of Frensham Great Pond. The man-made beach stre...

    All Ages

    38 mi

    Promenade Park

    • Maldon
    • Outdoor
    • National Parks

    Promenade Park is the District's most popular park and has undergone a major refurbishment programme in recent years. Promenade Park offers the follo...

    All Ages

    38.4 mi


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    Willen Lake and Park

    • Milton Keynes
    • Outdoor
    • Lakes

    Waterbabies of all ages will have a smashing, splashing time at Willen Lake and Park! Their list of activities is impressive and includes - deep brea...

    Ages 9+

    45 mi

    Woodup Pool

    • Maldon
    • Outdoor
    • Lidos

    Woodup Pool, also known as Woodrolfe Pool is a very basic salt water bathing pool that even has its own little beach at one end! The pool can be foun...

    Ages 4+

    45.6 mi

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