Best lakes around Wing, a village in Buckinghamshire, England, are characterized by a mix of natural and man-made water bodies, often integrated with canals and nature reserves. The area provides opportunities for easy walking trails around lakes, offering diverse landscapes from tranquil reservoirs to fishing lakes. This geographical location is known for its accessible paths and wildlife spotting opportunities, making it suitable for various outdoor activities.
Last updated: June 29, 2026
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This is a lovely trail that travels between the Grand Union Canal and Startop's End Reservoir via a green walkway. In the area you'll find sitting benches, beautiful grasslands and riverboats. Additionally a nearby birdwatching hide provides an excellent opportunity to observe local wildlife.
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This site provides a valuable, beautiful and tranquil open space in the middle of urban Bletchley. There is a pleasant circular walk around the lake and an adjoining meadow which has a slight hill for those wishing to walk to the far side. The surfaced footpath around the lake has one or two uneven places, but is generally suitable for wheelchairs. There are picnic tables and benches on the site.
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Another of Milton Keynes' water features. Not as much in the way of infrastructure as some of the others, but a bit more rugged and picturesque. Good for wildlife spotting/feeding the ducks.
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Public bridleway taking you into Into Rushmere Country Park. More info on Rushmere https://www.greensandtrust.org/rushmere-country-park
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Great family friendly rides around the lakes, 3 will signed routes of different distance. Great fun ๐
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Nice bridleway descent from Ivy/Bragenham Lane to Rushmere Country Park . Mainly firm gravel with some firm sand. Usually passable in all conditions but can be muddy at the Rushmere end. Views of peaceful fishing lake as you pass through. As you reach Rushmere Park you have several options including continuing on the bridleway through the lovely Oak Wood
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This is a very nice gravel path that takes you past the Alders Farm Fisheries Lake and into Rushmore Country Park.
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Tring Reservoirs Nature Reserve comprises four individual reservoirs: Startop's End, Marsworth and Tringford reservoirs are all close together and Wilstone reservoir is a short distance to the west. The reservoirs are home to a variety of wildlife and their reedbeds, wet woodland and open water habitats are a natural stronghold for birds. During colder months, you can find a large number of wintering wildfowl across all four reservoirs, including tufted duck, pochard, teal, gadwall, wigeon and shoveler with occasional goldeneye, goosander and smew if it is very cold. Wilstone Reservoir boasts the rare mudwort plant that can be spotted on the mudflats during autumn months as the waters recede. The site attracts breeding common terns which use rafts the Trust has installed and breeding oystercatchers have been recorded here. Between December and February, Marsworth Reservoir is a great place to see overwintering bitterns, as this site has a fantastic reedbed that retains its water to allow the birds to feed throughout the season. There is a heronry on the bank of Wilstone Reservoir and if you take binoculars you should be able to catch a glimpse of these usually solitary birds in large numbers. If you visit the reservoirs during late spring then you may spot a hobby hunting over the water. The hobby is an African migrant bird that is best seen on warm summer days at the end of May when there is plenty of prey around. You can also occasionally hear the call of the cuckoo especially from the back of the reedbed at Wilstone or Marsworth where you should also be able to hear and see reed warblers. Tring Reservoirs are a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for a number of reasons including their situation on the lower chalk at the foot of the Chilterns escarpment resulting in diverse communities of plants and animals. Additionally, nationally-important numbers of shoveler are present during winter, together with other wildfowl. Large numbers of sedge and reed warblers breed here and Tring Reservoirs are a fantastic place to spot passage waders too.
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The most popular lake is Marsworth Reservoir, which attracts anglers, dog walkers, boaters, birdwatchers, and walkers. Another highly regarded spot is the Path along the Grand Union Canal and Marsworth Reservoir, offering superb views. Visitors also enjoy Alders Farm Fisheries Lake Path, which passes a peaceful fishing lake and leads into Rushmere Country Park.
Yes, many lakes offer easy walking. Marsworth Reservoir has a relaxing six-mile circular route with relatively easy walking. Mount Farm Lake also features a pleasant circular walk around the lake and an adjoining meadow.
Absolutely. Several lakes are noted as family-friendly. Marsworth Reservoir and Wilstone Reservoir are great for family outings, offering easy walks and opportunities for birdwatching. Mount Farm Lake is also considered family-friendly with its tranquil open space.
Yes, the area is generally dog-friendly. Marsworth Reservoir is a popular spot for dog walkers, offering plenty of space for your canine companion to enjoy the outdoors.
The lakes around Wing are excellent for wildlife. Marsworth Reservoir and Wilstone Reservoir are part of the Tring Reservoirs Nature Reserve, a Site of Special Scientific Interest. You can find bird hides at Marsworth and Wilstone to observe various species, including mudwort plants, breeding common terns, and overwintering wildfowl like tufted duck and pochard. Mount Farm Lake is also good for wildlife spotting and feeding ducks.
Yes, Mount Farm Lake has a surfaced footpath around the lake that is generally suitable for wheelchairs, though it may have one or two uneven places. This makes it a good option for those seeking accessible routes.
For Wilstone Reservoir, free parking is available, making it convenient for visitors. Other popular spots like Marsworth Reservoir also have car parks, though they can get busy on sunny weekends.
The lakes offer different attractions throughout the year. During colder months (December to February), the reservoirs are excellent for spotting overwintering wildfowl and bitterns. In autumn, as waters recede, you might see the rare mudwort plant at Wilstone Reservoir. Late spring and summer are ideal for observing breeding birds like common terns and hobbies, and enjoying the warmer weather for walks.
Beyond walking, the area around Wing offers various outdoor activities. You can explore mountain biking trails, with options like 'Aspley Woods & Woburn Bike Park' or 'Woodland Stream Trail โ Rushmere Pump Track loop'. There are also numerous cycling routes, such as 'Grand Union Canal Towpath' loops. For more details on these activities, you can check the MTB Trails around Wing and Cycling around Wing guides.
Yes, there are several hiking routes that incorporate or are near the lakes. You can find trails like 'Green BridgeโSouth Meadow Path loop' or 'Beehire Car and Van Rental loop'. These routes offer diverse landscapes, including views of the countryside and woodlands. For a comprehensive list of hiking options, refer to the Hiking around Wing guide.
The lakes around Wing are characterized by a mix of natural and man-made water bodies, often integrated with canals and nature reserves. You'll find tranquil reservoirs, peaceful fishing lakes, and sections of the Grand Union Canal. The landscape features flowing reeds, diverse birdlife, and sometimes rare plants like the mudwort at Wilstone Reservoir. Many areas also offer views of colorful canalboats and surrounding countryside.


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