Reservoirs & lochs · London
King George's Reservoir
In or near Goffs Oak.
King George's Reservoir — a reservoir in england london.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Brimsdown · 1.2 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British reservoir — artificial impoundment for water supply, hydro-power or flood management. Many are open for recreation.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Chingford Reservoirs SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
King George's Reservoir is a large reservoir located in London. It serves as a crucial water supply source for the surrounding area. The reservoir is notable for its significant capacity and role in the region's water management system. It is part of the Thames Water infrastructure, ensuring a reliable supply to local communities.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6500, -0.0167
- County
- Essex
- District
- Epping Forest
- Parish
- Waltham Abbey
- Postcode
- E4 7SD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Epping Forest
- Nearest railway station
- Brimsdown — 1.2 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-11789754 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is King George's Reservoir?
- King George's Reservoir is in Essex, London, United Kingdom (postcode E4 7SD), in the parish of Waltham Abbey.
- What is King George's Reservoir?
- King George's Reservoir — a reservoir in england london.
- How do I get to King George's Reservoir?
- The nearest railway station is Brimsdown, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode E4 7SD.
- Is King George's Reservoir a protected site?
- Yes — King George's Reservoir is part of the Chingford Reservoirs SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to King George's Reservoir?
- The nearest railway station is Brimsdown, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode E4 7SD.