Ruislip Lido
A woodland reservoir in outer west London with a sandy beach, a miniature railway, play areas, a pub and cafe, and Ruislip Woods on the doorstep.
- Park
- Price: Free
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Did you know
It began in 1811 as Ruislip Reservoir, a feeder for the Grand Junction Canal, and was formally opened as a lido by Earl Howe in 1936.
Local tip
The lido site is free to enter but parking is charged (its published tariff runs from about £3.50 to £5 a day depending on the month). Swimming is officially not allowed owing to pollution and no lifeguards, so it is one for the beach, the woodland walks and the miniature railway.
Finding it
- Address
- Reservoir Road, Ruislip HA4 7TY
- Nearest station
- Northwood Hills (Tube), 2008 m away
Details change, so check with the place before you set off.
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