The Serpentine
The Serpentine is a long, thin artificial lake within Hyde Park which contains a range of waterfowl and fish. It was first made by damming the River Westbourne but it is now fed by three boreholes. The western end of the lake is actually in Kensington Gardens, in which it is called The Long Water. Swimming and boating are popular activities on the Serpentine; see 'Do' section.
Why it is worth a visit
The lake at the heart of Hyde Park, popular for rowing boats, the Diana Memorial Fountain and the lido.
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Why visit
The lake at the heart of Hyde Park, popular for rowing boats, the Diana Memorial Fountain and the lido.
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Also nearby
- Swimming in the Serpentine0.1 km
- Royal Albert Hall0.8 km
- Science Museum1 km
- Victoria and Albert Museum1.1 km
- Natural History Museum1.2 km
- Kensington Palace1.4 km