The Top 5 Lakes around Babergh
Looking to visit the best lakes around Babergh? 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 Babergh’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 15, 2025
Lemons Hill Bridge, Alton Water
Highlight • Bridge
The largest manmade reservoir in Suffolk, Alton Water is a tranquil place to whittle away some time on a bike Tour. It took over 13 years to construct the reservoir, …
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Polstead Pond
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The name Polstead means place by the pool. The benches by the village pond are a great spot to rest and enjoy the peace of a classic Suffolk village, surrounded by history, and picture perfect timber-framed and thatched cottages.
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Alton Water
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Completed in 1987, Alton Water is a hive of outdoor activity from watersports, cycling, walking, birdwatching and fishing. There is a cafe and toilets at the watersports centre plus camping if you would like to extend your visit.
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Alton Water Visitor Centre & Picnic Area
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The visitor centre at Alton Water has a cafe, open all week from 10:00am - 4.00pm, there is also an outdoor picnic area.
There are 8 miles of cross-country tracks around the reservoir, with bike hire available.
There are 8 miles of cross-country tracks around the reservoir, with bike hire available.
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Melford Country Park
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Located in Sudbury with over 8 hectares of grassland, woodland and lakes, Melford Country Park is the perfect spot for a day out in the Suffolk countryside.
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