The Top 19 Lakes around the Trent
Looking to visit the best lakes around the Trent? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Trent’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: December 8, 2025
Attenborough Nature Reserve
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This is a river path that's really easy and tranquil to ride along. There are numerous ponds and it's a really popular bird-watching spot. From the trail you'll reach a …
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Attenborough Nature Reserve Visitor Centre
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There is information, maps and a small café here. There are also picnic areas and many ducks.
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Netherfield Lagoons Nature Reserve
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A Local Nature Reserve in Nottinghamshire
The Netherfield Lagoons, Local Nature Reserve is situated on the Trent Valley Flood Plain in Nottinghamshire and has been partly used as a dump …
The Netherfield Lagoons, Local Nature Reserve is situated on the Trent Valley Flood Plain in Nottinghamshire and has been partly used as a dump …
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St Chad's Water Nature Reserve
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St Chad’s water was created in the 1970’s during the excavation of the underlying gravel deposits by Haveringham Gravels. As quarrying proceeded, water flooded the lake through the subterranean water …
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Holme Pierrepont Lake
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If it is above 15 -20 knots wind speed, it can be difficult on the way back up the lake, as it is a very open area
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Wollaton Hall Lake
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The Lake is part of the landscaped parkland at Wollaton Hall. Today it's a nice walk around the edge to look at the water birds.
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Highfields Park Waterfall
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An ornamental waterfall at the western end of the Highfields Park lake.
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Ford Green Reed Bed
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The Ford Green Reed Bed at the south end of the site is one of Stoke-on-Trent's two Sites of Special Scientific Interest.
It has been designated because large numbers of …
It has been designated because large numbers of …
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Branston Water Park – The Gravs
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For Covid-19 period, a one way (clockwise) circuit of the lake has been introduced. Please follow the signs
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Pond with Benches
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My favourite spot along the walk. There are a couple of thoughtfully positioned resting benches here too.
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