Blue Lagoon Park

Blue Lagoon Park is a nature reserve built around a deep lake created from abandoned clay extraction sites. The area is surrounded by woodland, scrubland, and grassland that provide homes for many different plants and animals.

The site operated as a clay extraction facility for the London Brick Company between 1890 and 1970. The northern pit naturally flooded in 1946 when a local stream overflowed, creating the lagoon that exists today.

The reserve attracts people who come to watch birds and observe wildlife in natural surroundings. Visitors use the space to connect with nature and learn about the animals and plants that live here.

The park is accessible from Drayton Road and offers parking, walking paths, and areas for fishing and wildlife watching. Visitors can explore at their own pace, with facilities spread throughout the grounds for different activities and interests.

The lagoon reaches about 18 meters (59 feet) deep and holds submerged vehicles and structures beneath its surface that diving enthusiasts explore. This underwater world creates an unexpected dimension to the reserve that few visitors know about.

GPS coordinates: 51.98540,-0.73690

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:51