Hidden gems: Lakes in London

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in London. This list contains 21 places from Lake category.

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The Lake
Lake
👍 A lovely spot for a stroll. I wouldn't even like to guess how many times we've walked around the lake here - it must be easily over a hundred. You'll encounter the occasional jogger, but generally it's a peaceful enough place. Of course, it gets busy in the summer months. But being right next to All...
4.90 (8 reviews)
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Still Pond
Lake
👍👍 Lovely spot to visit, especially in April/May
4.90 (7 reviews)
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Yacht Basin
Lake
4.80 (5 reviews)
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East Lake
Lake
4.80 (5 reviews)
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Hollow Pond
Lake
👍 An irregularly shaped former 19th.Century gravel pit on the southeastern tip of Epping Forest and owned by the Corporation of London. Also the site of the long demolished Whipps Cross Lido, now the habitat of birds and ducks. The irregular shape and uneven grade makes for an interesting amble around...
4.70 (140 reviews)
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Walthamstow Reservoirs
Lake
🫤 Great fishery it's a shame that many of the swims are in a state with unsafe banks and overgrown vegetation I am disabled not in a wheelchair but not to steady on my feet the first thing I done today was feel over on the rather steep bank not a good start but things like that happen from time to tim...
4.70 (36 reviews)
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Swimming Pool
Lake
4.70 (11 reviews)
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Mount Pond
Lake
👍👍 Great place opposite the Kensington Palace. Loads of ducks geese swans pigeons and seagulls are there. Just recently saw this beautiful black swan swimming alongside with the white ones. Sometimes at weekend people come here with their modell boat for racing. Interesting to watch them.
4.70 (3 reviews)
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South Norwood Lake
Lake
👍👍 I love the walk around the lake. The cafe is really lovely too.
4.60 (43 reviews)
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Pen Ponds
Lake
👍 Amazing park
4.60 (33 reviews)
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Alexandra Lake
Lake
👍👍 My go to place when the going gets tough
4.60 (22 reviews)
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Boxer's Lake
Lake
👍 Boxer's Lake is an unexpected area of nature with a little playground. It is very pretty, especially at sunset and the playground is very entertaining for younger children.
4.60 (14 reviews)
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Rushmere Pond
Lake
👍 Beautiful pituesque area, but if a litter problem sometimes
4.60 (12 reviews)
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Perch Pond
Lake
👍👍 Such a large and peacefull place in the heart of East London.
4.60 (9 reviews)
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Model Boating Lake
Lake
👍👍 A peaceful little lake in the middle of Victoria Park.
4.60 (5 reviews)
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Brent Reservoir
Lake
👍 Nice scenery with ducks and swan. But not much parking space and the entrance is tricky
4.50 (127 reviews)
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Saxon Lake
Lake
👍👍 Lovely place to sit and enjoy the quiet
4.50 (69 reviews)
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Jack's Lake
Lake
👍 Beech Hill Lake seems to be the perfect place to go fishing! 🎣 Wonderful and picturesque, in particular the reflections on the lake of the trees! 🌳
4.50 (42 reviews)
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Wimbledon Park Lake
Lake
👍👍 A chance encounter for me. This lovely park and lake. If you want a refreshing walk go to this park once owned by the Spencer family (Lady Di's) designed by Lancelot Brown in 1765 . It includes an even older ancient woodland!
4.50 (18 reviews)
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Bedfont Lake
Lake
👍👍 Great fun with Sasha... A little bit too much.. She ran and payed so much, she didn't wanna come home..., 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼🏁🏁🏁. Friendly people and friendly dogs, although I've only been once.. I hope it continues to be a good place for her to exercise... 💪🏼💪🏼🏁
4.50 (18 reviews)
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