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The summer months tend to see sun-worshippers flock to the coast to spend a day at the beach, but this means that the beaches are usually packed full of tourists and not the most private place to relax.
So why not turn your attention to a different kind of refreshing escape – lakes!
From the Scottish Highlands to the unbeatable National Parks scattered across the nation, the UK boasts some spectacular bodies of water.
Holidu, the search engine for holiday rentals, tells us which lakes should be at the top of your bucket list.
1. Ullswater, Lake District
Surrounded by stunning mountains and rolling hills, it’s the perfect destination for hiking, mountain biking and watersports.
2. Buttermere, Lake District
There are plenty of lovely walks surrounding the lake which are suitable for families and a number of waterfalls.
3. Wastwater, Lake District
The deepest lake in England at 258 feet, this stunning location is often dubbed as a “photographers dream”.
4. Llyn Idwal, Snowdonia
This small glacial lake boasts surreal beauty which has been likened to the type of view you would expect on Game Of Thrones.
5. Llyn y Fan Fach, Brecon Beacons National Park
The area’s glacial past can be clearly seen in its breathtaking landscape of the lake, rivers and wild mountain range.
6. Glaslyn, Snowdonia
Situated at the bottom of three peaks, it’s often a pitstop for hikers en route up or returning down from the Snowdon summit. 7. Llyn Brianne, Cambrian Mountains Llyn Brianne is a manmade lake headwaters of the River Tywi, a sparsely populated area of the country.
8. Loch Muick, Cairngorms National Park Part of the Balmoral Estate, this loch is located at the foot of Lochnagar, one of the finest mountains in Scotland.
9. Loch Lomond, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
Scotland’s biggest loch, stretching 22.6 miles long.
10. Lake Vyrnwy, Powys
One of Wales’ hidden gems, nestled in the remote and scenic Berwyn Mountains.