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Natalie
August 22, 2023
Hiking
Set in the grounds of Reading University, Whiteknights Lake is a secret wildlife wilderness in the chaos of the town. There is a public right of way through the park but some routes, like the loop around the lake, are permissive paths.
geoffwilliams
December 14, 2025
Hiking
A quiet, peaceful walk with lots of wildlife around the lake.
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Best routes near Whiteknights Lake
4.5
(2)
5
hikers
6.49km
01:40
30m
30m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
Easy
1
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
Moderate
4.24km
01:06
20m
20m
Enjoy an easy 2.6-mile (4.2 km) hike through Whiteknights Park, featuring Whiteknights Lake and diverse natural scenery.
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Elevation 120 m
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