Feltham, London Borough of Hounslow
Bedfont Lakes Country Park
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5.3
Wildland
1–2 hours
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Why it's Wildland
5.3A former gravel-extraction and landfill site reshaped into a lakeside country park, with paths linking water, reedbeds, meadow and young woodland.
Bedfont Lakes is a substantial patchwork of waterside and wetland habitats within Greater London. Its circular paths make it possible to explore more than the lakeside, though the park’s urban setting and Heathrow flight path are part of the experience.
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The experience
Allow around an hour for the circular walk, or longer if you stop to watch birds and explore the park’s habitats. The supplied sources do not confirm permission for swimming or paddling.
Things to do
Walk the Bedfont Lakes circular
Follow the published loop through the country park. The route listing gives a distance of 2.2 miles and estimates 0.5–1 hour.
0.5–1 hour
Explore the connected habitats
A walk guide describes a circular route linking lakes, wetland, wildflower meadow and young woodland.
Find the Millennium Monolith
Look for the stone marker on a low rise, described as showing distances to landmarks around the world.
Pause for birdwatching
The sources describe birdlife supported by the park’s varied habitats. Bring binoculars and observe from paths; specific species or reliable sighting locations are not established by the supplied sources.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · About 50 minutes
A quick lakeside loop
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Follow the published circular route through the park.
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Pause at the lakes and look across the wetland and open green spaces.
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Allow extra time for stops; the route listing gives a distance of 2.2 miles.
Half day · Around 1–2 hours
Make time for the habitat mosaic
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Walk the circular route linking the lakes and the park’s other habitats.
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Take a slower pace through the wetland, meadow and young woodland sections.
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Look for the Millennium Monolith, identified by a walk guide as a stone marker on a low rise.
Verified history
A walk source says the 72.5-hectare park was formerly farmland, quarried for gravel from the 1860s and later used as landfill until 1973. It describes the landscape as subsequently restored and says the site gained nature reserve status in 2000. Tripadvisor’s description says the park opened to the public in 1995. These are source-reported details; no further historical documentation was supplied.
Hidden details
The Millennium Monolith — A stone marker on a low rise, described as showing distances to landmarks around the world.
When to go
· Not established by the supplied sources.
The supplied sources describe the park’s habitats and wildlife but do not establish a specific seasonal highlight or best visiting period.
Check current weather and path conditions before visiting; the route source reports paved, grass and other surface sections but does not provide live conditions.
What to look for
Notice how the route moves between lakes, reedbeds, meadow and young woodland. A walk source also identifies the Millennium Monolith, a stone marker on a low rise.
The story
Landscape restoration after gravel extraction and landfill use.
Best time to go
Check current local conditions; the supplied sources do not establish a best season.
The available research does not establish a best time of day or season. Check conditions and current opening information before setting out.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Walkers · Wildlife lovers · Families · Photographers
Before you go
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Practical information
Opening & access
Visitor information describes a public country park. Check current access arrangements and any area-specific restrictions before visiting.
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Parking
A walk source identifies car parks on Clockhouse Lane and Bedfont Road. Check current availability and any charges before travelling.
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Toilets
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Food & drink
One source says there is no café within the park. Check current food options before visiting.
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Dogs
One walk source advises keeping dogs on a lead or close by along the lake edges and under control around wetland and meadow habitat. Check current park signage for rules.
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Accessibility
A published circular route is described as easy, flat and well surfaced, with some paved sections. Check current route conditions and suitability for your needs.
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Cost
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Around Bedfont Lakes Country Park
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
