I saw how the hatch was opened near the lake from it all flowed out of the toilet directly into the lake where the children bathed.

Nice place to spend time with kids in summer. Sand beach and water play area for kids. Given three star for parking, £8 for three hours on Sunday by council and that’s too much.

Very good place to visit with kids. Kids can splash and even swim here.. Safe for kids. There is play ground, enough open space to have a walk, snakes shop, ice cream shop, mini train tour over there. parking available.

It is a nice place for a day out on a warm day,easy access to toilets a cafe,pub I had issues with the parking on the day as it was full but there is also parking for residents only.Be careful where you park as I noticed a traffic enforcement officer walking and checking the vehices parked along the road to the lido.You can spend day on the sand while splashing in the lake have a walk around the woods or just simply chill out on the grass it can get crowdy on good weather and holidays .

An easily overcrowded asset in Ruislip. In the middle of Ruislip Woods National Nature Reserve, this former reservoir for the Grand Union canal offers an easy day or afternoon out for families and dog walkers. The all weather perimeter footpath allows year round access, revealing the variety of habitats created by the largest body of water in the north of the borough of Hillingdon. Let your children play on the beach, with the Pirate Ship, or in the Water Garden. Food and drinks available from the San Remo cafe, (along with toilets).

Very pleasant walk surrounded by woods to explore further on another day. Plenty of amenities. Was a great way to spend a chilly boxing day.

The beach is closed for coronavirus

A beautiful place to go whatever the weather will be

Aviod on sunny days, as very popular, limited parking then. Great spot for a countryside feel walk, especially on a winter's day. Easy to get to by car from West London or public transport. There is a car park fee. There is a miniature railway that goes round the lake and a sandy bench front with a children's play area.

A nice artificial beach and park with childrens play area and model railway. Calm trail for joggers and walkers, benches to sit and relax. Amzing beach for kids and families to enjoy a nice view of wateraide and clear skies. There is a watch lens for watching the sky. You can watch the sky at night for an amazing view. Toilet facilities available inside the area.

I've wanted to visit for a while and was totally surprised when I got there at how 'out of London' it felt. It's so serene and such a gem for the local community to enjoy. Also I didn't know about the connection with the West of London Astronomical Society who hold free planet and star gazing events as there's very little light pollution and they have a Walk the Planets around the lake. The beach is mostly well kept and the water appears clear. Cafes and refreshments on site too.

Coming from London, it’s a bit too far from central for what you will find there. We visited on a Friday around 3 pm and stayed for two hours. The water and shore it’s muddy and it’s not very pleasant to have a bath. (There’s a kid water playground where you can sneak to refresh if you don’t want to swim in the lido). Kids are everywhere enjoying themselves so you get the Chaos that comes with that. (This was on the 12th of August, school holidays) There’s a cafe to get refreshments and a nice forest for a walk in the nature next door.

They mad is as real. Good artificial beach to enjoy

A lovely place to visit, either with kids or without. The Lido itself was not really suitable for swimming in as there was a lot of algae at the edge - although this didn't stop some families paddling there. There were also red flags up indicating not to enter the water. There are lots of different birds on and around the water, including swans, ducks, herons and cormorants to name a few we saw. There is a fantastic beach area with a large playpark area for kids to enjoy and a separate splash park area that is great for warm days. There are tables and benches dotted around that you could happily sit and eat a picnic at - though at busy times you are not guaranteed that there will be one available so if you plan on a picnic, it may be an idea to bring a blanket to sit on. There is a cafe by the beach and I will recommend the cherry ice cream! Plenty of bins about and they seem to be emptied regularly. If you like a good walk, there is a path all the way around the Lido, there is also a trail to follow to learn information about our solar system should this be of interest.

Overall, Ruislip Lido offers a delightful combination of natural beauty, recreational activities, and family-friendly amenities. It's an excellent destination for a day trip, allowing visitors to unwind and enjoy a peaceful retreat amidst stunning surroundings.

When it comes to picture spots and places to chill in nature. It's one of the best I've ever seen especially for London, but the big beach is very much only for kids and there's way, way too many people there so it's a nightmare for people who don't like large crowds. But it can be avoided if you're in other places. The cafe was extremely over priced just for the worst burger I've ever tasted and basic cafe chips. If it was based on the natural scenery it would be 5 stars no questions asked. But as a whole it's got it's bad parts to it.

Avoid this place!!! The water is dirty and disgusting and the whole Lido has a awful smell to it. The place is usually cramped with people who are not the most civilised.

The lido is a nice place to go in the summer, although it's extremely crowded on weekends

I've been going to the Lido since I was a child. The Lido is lovely but the restaurant bar carvery is terrible now. Take your own food and drink, plenty of nice picnic places!

I really loved the walk there in late September. Not to many people and yet it felt good and safe. The walk around the reservoir is about one hour so it is a perfect longer walk. There is even a Dog Beach there which is increadible. The walk is along the narrow rail railway- very cute. The place is very clean and taken care of and yet looks very natural. I absolutely loved the beach with the palm trees, pirate ships and wooden crocodiles. It must be haven for children in the Summer.

One of the best places to visit as a family … the artificial beach and kids play areas are fantastic addition to the natural beauty that Ruislip Lido offers. Ample paid parking spaces ( Hillingdon first card holders have 3 hours free parking). The pub and restaurants in the premise make the venue more attractive.. good place for a nature walk …

Ruislip Lido left me with a mixed impression. The water's foul odour was disappointing, but beyond the sandy shores, the inviting forest area was perfect for leisurely walks. The lively presence of ducks and seagulls added a charming touch. Although I regret not experiencing the train ride.

Parking Fiasco! A complete humiliation trying to figure out how to pay for parking as a visitor (and determined not to pay a fine)! There are two parking lots of which one is split into two parts. The pay machines have removed the capability to pay as a visitor even though the instructions give two methods (1-"members", 2-"visitors" which doesn't work). There are no signs indicating it is parking only for members. After moving the car twice and ending up in the "guests" parking (how are we supposed to know what "guests" refers to!?) eventually found this sign directing us to the pub (and of course warning of a fine!). Then received a cocky attitude from staff at the pub saying the parking is not their responsibility until finally we asked if we can buy a coffee and after asking again how to pay for parking, then being directed to a small touch screen at the side of the pub where you can register your vehicle to park. This is the only way to park as a guest and avoid a fine!! All this took about half an hour of boxing day time and was a complete humiliation! To the staff lady at the pub - your attitude sucks and you know exactly what you are doing making visitors essentially unwelcome!! Between the council parking machines giving errors for visitors and the pub experience it was a shocking experience!

Great place

A good beach lifelike experience in West London.

It's a nice place to go if you have kids!

(Translated by Google) A magnificent place for both children and adults. (Original) Un loc magnific atât pentru copii cât și pentru adulți.

Really nice place but overcrowded

Good to enjoy a day with friends having nice drink, nice view...

Good place to hangout with friends and family also theres a cafe where you can have good also. All in all great place to chill.

A lovely place to spend a day with friends and family. My sister lives nearby so we usually walk from her house when i visit. Beautiful woods for long or short walks. Cafe has a variety of food and drink and ofcourse icecream. It was absolutely packed today. Go early if you want to get a parking space. Highly recommend 👌

amazing place to sweim

Beach is closed due to Blue Green algae. Plenty of people still swimming tho

Let’s start with the parking, £8 for three hours on a Sunday. The walk itself was lovely but I wouldn’t describe this as a beach, it is more like a huge muddy pond, over populated with people smoking and sitting quite close together. Sand filthy, full of beer bottle tops and glass etc. Lots of other plastic rubbish floating around in the water, this is sad as ducks and wildlife share this space too. Signs boards present stating no swimming but clearly ignored as lots of kids were quite far in, this is a major safety concern as there are no lifeguards around. Feel this should be monitored better. Train ride back to carpark was enjoyable for our 3 year old, costing £3 per adult and £2 per child running quite frequently. Cafe shop fairly priced for both gifts and refreshments. Overall a nice day for some fresh air but 2 stars due to the disappointment of the poorly kept “beach” area which would really benefit from some maintenance ie. Litter pickers and more bins around to avoid people dumping their rubbish.

Nice place for running in spring and summer. If a quick plunge was possible, 5 stars.

Nice place to catch some sun but the comparisons to the beach are absolutely unfounded

Ruislip Lido is a great place for a quiet walk in the mornings 🌞

Social distancing respected. Food was okay but bacon hard. Great views and friendly staff

Do not park there even if you put your registration in at the waters edge Euro parks will ticket you. Disgraceful!’’

Expensive parking if you're not a local. Far too busy on a nice sunny day. Defies the whole point of the lido. If you go there after a hot sunny day the entire area is filled with rubbish. People should be ashamed of ruining such a beautiful place. The beach, park, woodland paths and picnic areas are so full it's impossible not to step on bottles and slimy food wrappers after dark. It's no longer safe enough to enjoy like the good old days in the picture.

We love visiting this lido. It's the perfect mix of casual fun. There are plenty of picnic spots along the easy walk around the lido. Wooded areas for den making. A man made beach with a pirateship park. Outside gym and public washblock. The walk around the lido is disabled and pram friendly. A toilet block on the furthest side of the lido and better maintenance would make it nicer to visit. With parking charged at £8 for 3 hours during the summer months, the council is raking it in, so there's no reason why little improvements shouldn't be made.

Really nice very cold during the winter months obviously, during the summer its very nice there is a cafe but unfortunately I have never been as I've always brought a picnic everytime I've gone to the lido but as an overall really nice place to go especially with the kids/friends/family

Nice place to walk and run, also staffed and safe for those running alone. A peaceful place to relax and experience a natural environment.

Very cheap tickets, very nice train ride and a nice atmosphere

Everything is very good, but the water stinks and there is a lot of sludge. Sand dirt. On hot days, there is a fountain for children. Crazy crowds when it's hot.

Lovely place

I always like the LIDO - I usually go there once a year - the walk around the LIDO is great and you can follow the planets for upto 12 stations - the Hillingdon council have invested in putting tar in most places - so it was very good to over with my walker - there were only a few places that needed tar - plus the visitors to the LIDO were extremely friendly and spoke with everyone even strangers - I only took 1 picture of the trees and lake because everywhere you looked nature is beautiful 👍

Ruislip Lido is a large outdoor swimming pool and recreation area located in Ruislip, London. It is open from May to September and offers a variety of activities for all ages, including swimming, sunbathing, boating, fishing, and a children's play area. The lido is set in a beautiful natural setting, with a large lake and plenty of green space. There is also a beach area with sand and a small pier. The water in the lido is clean and clear, and the temperature is kept at a comfortable level. The lido is a great place to cool off on a hot summer day. It is also a popular spot for families, as there is something for everyone to enjoy. The children's play area is particularly popular, with a variety of slides, swings, and climbing frames. The lido is also a great place to relax and unwind. There are plenty of sunbeds and deckchairs to choose from, and you can enjoy a drink from the cafe or bar. Ruislip Lido is a great place to spend a day out. It is a fun and relaxing place for all ages.

Lovely place to visit you would never think you were so close to London

Beach in London with excellent facilities

Great park with plenty walking routes and things to see

Nice walk..

A beautiful Lido for the kids to enjoy a day out in. The fountains are good and so is the atmosphere. Can't wait for it to reopen.

It's a great place beach for dogs to splash about nice walk around the lake children's play area on the beach cafes and the lovely wild life if your lucky u might see deer like we did 😊😊😊😊

Lovely place for a picnic with proper social distancing

Busy but nice place for a family trip

Lovely place but just feel it could have so much more to offer

Perfect place to walking around. It’s a huge park good for family picnic and playground for kids. Car park available.

(Translated by Google) Nice place (Original) Nice place

Excellent place for a walk throughout the year.

Pleasant park around a reservoir/lake. The narrow gauge railway is great fun.

Lovely day out for the kid and the dog.

Great place for mind relaxation

Doesn't seem as busy as it used to be ... I think the carparking is a nightmare... Has to be £5 in change.... No cards or cash and the local shops rufuse to change.... Avoid the local BP Pretrol sation at all cost...gave me £4change in 5ps which the machines take.... But hits a Max number of coins!

Great and beautiful place to enjoy morning run and workout💪

Simple activities

Lovely place to get out into nature

Great day out in Ruislip. Especially the kids really enjoyed the funny water.. Would really recommend this for a sunny day out on a budget..

Very impressed with the amount to do for children here. The climbing area pirate ship was fantastic for young kids and our boy really enjoyed the wet play area. It was nice to be able to park for free due to the person we were with having a hillingdon card.

A relaxing and cheerful scene to go and be yourself.

hidden gem in London. Must try if you have young kids.

It's a good place to relax!

Excellent place, playground, mini train, one cafe and one pub with food, couples ice cream trucks

Amazing place for kids to enjoying their day , the like the fountains and they enjoy the meals there , good place for walk As well .stunning view.

Lovely place great for kids just a shame the parking is a nightmare unless your a hillingdon resident. The car park right next to the lido is for resident only and there are plenty of parking attendants to catch people out. Ended up parking just of Bury Street and walking 15 minutes down to the lido which is annoying when you have things to carry. The cafe is great and owner a lovely chap lol do visit them.

Love coming here and walking around the lido. Walk the Planets boards around the water with facts about all the planets. Great playground on the beach for kids of all ages, with a wet play area. Yummy selection of ice cream flavours at the cafe on the beach; there was also a smaller cafe between the car park and the beach, as well as an ice cream van on the day we went. The train between the car park and the beach is a nice treat and ticket prices are very reasonable. There's carvery there too which is good value too.

A great place for sporting and supplying the energy of the body.

It was alright, I mean, it is what it is, an artificial beach, when I went there, the beach was fantastic which was about 5yrs ago, but I've heard that it's not as good as it is now in 2020, so my comment is irrelevant due to the fact I went years ago and the lido's changed

It's a beautiful place

I've always loved it, been going since I was a child and still go 40 years later with my dog, he loves the woods.

Fun with kids but too busy. But then again, it's the only beach I know in London!

Looks like it could be a good place, but currently closed until further notice. Blue/green algae in water, according to notice.

Nice place to visit. Parking fee paid is not per hour but for entire day, no matter if you stay just a couple of hours.

Not the best. Good view and really cool play areas but half of the people were swimming in the water despite there being a massive sign saying it had parasites and turtle poop. There was also no lifeguards around and I couldn’t stop itching on the way home.