Lakes in the United Kingdom

Great around here, especially in autumn when it's a little quieter and the colours really pop. Super interesting fact: Beatrix Potter actually used to own the Tarns, having bought them … read more

It is a very unusual find on the walk. Sadly there was a blazing fire here that stretched across the upper tier of The Roaches last summer. All heather and … read more

Nice flat walk, can get very busy

The name of the small lake Llyn Idwal refers to an old Welsh legend. In the 12th century, Owain, Prince of Gwynedd, gave his only son Idwal into the care … read more

Derwentwater is a stunning stretch of water surrounded by majestic upland scenery. When the lake reflects the trees and mountains in its crystal-clear water, it is a spellbinding experience. The … read more

Keepers Pond - or Pen-ffordd-goch pond, in Welsh - boasts great views across the Usk Valley towards the Sugar Loaf and the Black Mountains. Within the Blaenavon World Heritage Site … read more

Earlswood Lakes were constructed in the 1820s. Construction took nearly 5 years to complete, and the labour force included prisoners of war from the Napoleonic Wars Some people say that … read more

The east side of the Snowdon massif is a sensational natural amphitheatre. A horseshoe of charismatic summits: twin peaked Y Lliwedd, towering Garnedd Ugain, the notoriously narrow Crib Goch and … read more

Loch Morlich (Scottish Gaelic, Loch Mhùrlaig) is a freshwater loch in the Badenoch and Strathspey area of Highland, Scotland near Aviemore. The loch is home to a watersports center with … read more

Grisedale Tarn is in an atmospheric setting high in the mountains at the head of three valleys. According to folklore, a battle was fought in 945AD between the Saxon King … read more

On the path beside Craigallian Lock is a commemorative plaque regarding the Craigallian Fire, which was a legendary place which spawned a number of climbing communities in the area, and … read more

Cow Pond was renovated in 2012 to commemorate H.M. The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, with the diamond lattice balustrade of the Baroque-style footbridge being designed specifically to represent this momentous event. … read more

Ennerdale is a great place to visit if you're looking to escape from the world. It's location means it's a bit out of the way, thankfully this means a lot … read more

Llyn y fan Fach is a short walk from the car park at the bottom of the track. A walk around the lake is also highly recommended. If you’re coming … read more

We rounded the lake in a clockwise direction and had therefore reached the nicer, but slightly stressful part relatively quickly. The way back is then easy.

The wide and easy gravel road snakes around the western shores of the Llyn Brianne Reservoir, which dates back to the late '60s to service Swansea and Neath. read more

Loughrigg Tarn is breathtakingly beautiful. Almost circular, with striking views north-west towards the Langdale Pikes, and with a variety of aquatic plants, it is a stunning place to visit which … read more

Bewl Water is a reservoir in the valley of the River Bewl (which is a tributary of the River Teise), straddling the boundary between Kent and East Sussex. It is … read more

According to legend, Robert the Bruce and his army threw their weapons into this small hole. This included Robert Bruce's long sword and according to legend, it is still here … read more

Mamucium, also known as Mancunium, is a former Roman fort in the Castlefield area of Manchester in North West England. The castra, which was founded c. AD 79 within the … read more