West Reservoir Centre

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4.5

( 16 reviews )

Swimming Lessons/Schools, Recreation Centers

West Reservoir Water Sports Centre, Green Lanes, Woodberry Down, London N4 2HA, United Kingdom +44 2084-428-116

West Reservoir Centre is a renowned brand that offers a wide range of recreational activities and amenities. Situated in a prime location, the centre is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. With its state-of-the-art facilities and stunning views, West Reservoir Centre provides an unparalleled experience for visitors. The centre boasts a variety of offerings, including an open water swimming area, a cafe serving delicious food and beverages, and a wedding venue that provides a picturesque setting for memorable occasions. Safety is a top priority at West Reservoir Centre, with a well-maintained system in place to ensure the well-being of all guests. Whether it's enjoying a refreshing swim in the reservoir, indulging in a delightful meal at the cafe, or celebrating a special event in style, West Reservoir Centre offers something for everyone. With its commitment to providing exceptional customer service and a welcoming atmosphere, West Reservoir Centre has earned a stellar reputation among its patrons.

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Nancy xu

March 22, 2024

Nice enough place but £11 for a swim, and you can’t pay on entry (you have to book through the terrible Better app) is a bit steep. Heath ponds are nicer and only £4. Way too many rules - you have to wear their colour swim caps (no black swim caps allowed for some reason) and they make you swim with a float. They even make you get in and out of the water in one place. All feels a bit restrictive. Fine but about as far from a wild swim as you can get. Cafe is great, will be back for that. If visiting London and want an outdoor swim, skip this place and go straight to the Heath ponds.

Laci howard

March 22, 2024

This is one of my favourite places in north London. I can never get enough of swimming here - it’s lovely. The views while swimming are gorgeous. It’s a bit pricey though and you need to book ahead - but well worth it. Parking is very easy - there’s always plenty of space. And there’s a great little cafe for after your swim. For kids there’s also the watersports club which is very popular and well worth it

Ariel hoeft

March 22, 2024

Love this place- been swimming here for over ten years. Feel so privileged to have this patch of wildlife and wild swimming on my doorstep, and I’m glad it reached a wider audience over lockdown. The negative reviews about there being too many rules is because people turn up expecting a beach whereas it’s an open-water sports facility, and that’s how they are (always) run, for safety reasons. Apparently there are some changes afoot, to make it more accessible, which I hope don’t alter it too much.

Amanda dailey

March 22, 2024

Great Sunday out doing an induction into kayaking & paddleboarding. It was busy, but very good fun, everyone was so helpful & kind. Top !!!

Stefan

March 22, 2024

Love West Reservoir! I love swimming here all year round, for an invigorating cold water dip in the winter and the gorgeous blue skies and luscious swims in the summer. It's so worth being a Better Gym member if you're a keen swimmer. I'm addicted in the best possible way.

Megan m

March 22, 2024

I love this place. Great place for an early morning swim. I’ve yet to try it in the winter, but I will. It’s the perfect place to swim a good distance. The water is clean and the staff are friendly. You have to book a bit in advance on peak times, but the app Is easy to use. £11 is steep, but the membership is a bargain if you swim often enough.

Brandon martin

March 22, 2024

I had previously walked past the water tower, within seeing the reservoir, desperate for the loo, and a cup of tea, I found my way to the cafe, which faces the lake Plenty of people enjoying various water sports activities, despite the cold weather. A decent cup of tea, clean toilets, and plenty of birds, around. Parakeets, wagtails, ducks, etc. Only disappointment for me, being a keen angler, was that no fishing is allowed!

Tom corner

March 22, 2024

As others have said sadly too expensive, for a limited swim time in summer and what would obviously be just a short dip in winter. Isn't so good for long distance training anymore with the shorter courses. And I find the new barrier dividing the reservoir into 2 for sailing and swimming unpleasant, it spoils the view while swimming and it's covered in sea gulls and their droppings which seems unsanitary as it's possible to contract diseases from the droppings. That they haven't reopened the changing rooms, indoor showers and lockers that we used to be able to use pre covid is very strange.