The Top 20 Attractions around Milton Keynes
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Milton Keynes. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Milton Keynes is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: December 2, 2025
Iron Trunk Aqueduct
Highlight • Monument
Also known as Cosgrove aqueduct, the Iron Trunk Aqueduct was built in 1811 to carry the Grand Union Canal over the River Great Ouse. Two cast iron trough spans cross …
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Stony Stratford Nature Reserve
Highlight • Trail
A beautiful part of the wider Ouse Valley Park, Stony Stratford Nature Reserve is a great place to see breeding and over-wintering birds, as well as many dragonfly species.
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Bancroft Roman Villa
Highlight • Monument
Situated in Milton Keynes' Loughton Valley Linear Park, Bancroft Roman Villa is one of the most extensively excavated Roman villas in Britain. Discovered in 1971, it took 15 years of …
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Teardrop Lakes
Highlight • Structure
The motorway right besides is quite noise, which disturbs the experience considerably. Also the part closer to the national bowl is a bit shabby. For the rest quite green pseudo-nature, but relaxing by bike.
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Furzton Lake
Highlight • Viewpoint
A lovely little lake on the outskirts of Milton Keynes. There's a striking sculpture, the Triple Star Head, by Romanian artist Paul Neagu, as well as wooden sculptures by Wendy …
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Lodge Lake
Highlight • Trail
Lodge Lake was created in 1981 to prevent Loughton Brook flooding the downstream area. It now has a park area that is popular as a recreational hub, especially with the …
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Grand Union Canal
Highlight • River
Stretching 137 miles (220 km) from London to Birmingham, the Grand Union Canal was once an important waterway carrying trade to and from the capital. Today, narrowboats slowly cruise the waters, whilst cyclists and walkers enjoy the towpath.
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Caldecotte Lake
Highlight • Rest Area
You'd never know you're right in the centre of Milton Keynes! Beautiful lake with great bike paths around the edges - suitable for all levels and all bike types.
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Tickford Iron Bridge, Newport Pagnell
Highlight • Monument
A variety of lovely country walks surround the town of Newport Pagnell. It's a splendid base, with a number of good eateries and a few nice places to stay.
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Loughton Valley Linear Park
Highlight • Historical Site
The floodplains of the River Ouse were protected when the modern town of Milton Keynes was built from the 1960s onwards. They formed the basis for a number of linear …
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