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Kit P
September 6, 2022
Hiking
The lake has a far more intriguing story to it than might meet the eye. It lies within the old estate of Grim's Dyke, former home to W. S. Gilbert of Gilbert and Sullivan fame – the creators of Pirates of Penzance and H.M.S. Pinafore amongst many other plays. Gilbert drowned in the lake when he was 74, during a rescue attempt of a young woman.
Peter Turner
May 27, 2023
Hiking
Gilbert's Lake is currently being run dry as an invasive species was found in the water. Hopefully all will be well next year
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Best routes near Gilbert's Lake
4.8
(5)
13
hikers
10.0km
02:42
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
Moderate
4.7
(3)
14
hikers
10.1km
02:43
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
Moderate
5.0
(1)
16
hikers
4.16km
01:06
40m
40m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
Easy
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Elevation 180 m
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