Lakes · London
Bowyer's Water
In or near Goffs Oak.
Bowyer's Water — a lake in england london.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Royal Gunpowder Mills Railway · 0.7 km
About
A British lake — freshwater body formed by glaciation, fluvial action or, where adjacent to populated areas, by deliberate damming.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Turnford & Cheshunt Pits SSSI
- Ramsar wetland: Lee Valley
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Bowyer's Water is a lake located in London. This body of water is part of a larger natural landscape, offering a tranquil setting for visitors. It serves as a habitat for various wildlife and provides opportunities for leisurely activities such as walking and birdwatching. The area surrounding the lake is suitable for those looking to enjoy a peaceful environment within the city.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6961, -0.0225
- County
- Hertfordshire
- District
- Broxbourne
- Parish
- Broxbourne, unparished area
- Postcode
- EN8 7ET
- Parliamentary constituency
- Broxbourne
- Nearest railway station
- Royal Gunpowder Mills Railway — 0.7 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-10376601 (CC BY 4.0)
Other places nearby
The Shrine
Public art & sculpture · 0.3 km
The Giant's Chair
Public art & sculpture · 0.4 km
Waltham Common Lock
Canal locks · 0.4 km
Lee Valley Park
Parks · 0.5 km
Water
Public art & sculpture · 0.6 km
Lee Flood Relief Channel
Other places · 0.7 km
Fire
Public art & sculpture · 0.7 km
The Banded Demoiselle
Public art & sculpture · 0.7 km
The Henge
Public art & sculpture · 0.7 km
John Wilson Railway
Miniature railways · 0.9 km
Pump House (104)
Watermills · 0.9 km
YHA Lee Valley Village
Hostels · 0.9 km
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📷 5Public art & sculpture · London
The Shrine
The Shrine — a public art in england-london, United Kingdom.
📷 5Public art & sculpture · London
The Giant's Chair
The Giant's Chair — a public art in england-london, United Kingdom.
📷 5Canal locks · London
Waltham Common Lock
Waltham Common Lock — lock in Hertfordshire, England, UK.
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Lee Flood Relief Channel
Lee Flood Relief Channel — a other in england-london, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Bowyer's Water
Places to stay
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Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone
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The Golden Lion Inn
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bowyer's Water?
- Bowyer's Water is in Hertfordshire, London, United Kingdom (postcode EN8 7ET), in the parish of Broxbourne, unparished area.
- What is Bowyer's Water?
- Bowyer's Water — a lake in england london.
- How do I get to Bowyer's Water?
- The nearest railway station is Royal Gunpowder Mills Railway, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode EN8 7ET.
- Is Bowyer's Water a protected site?
- Yes — Bowyer's Water is part of the Turnford & Cheshunt Pits SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Lee Valley Ramsar wetland.
- How do I get to Bowyer's Water?
- The nearest railway station is Royal Gunpowder Mills Railway, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EN8 7ET.