Lake 6

Lake 6 sits just outside Huntingdon, a proper working gravel pit that's been converted into a fishing and water sports spot. It's not the sort of place you'll find thronged with tourists - it's functional, unpretentious, and honestly all the better for it.

The lake itself is decent-sized, with open water that attracts anglers year-round. If you're into fishing, this is a legitimate destination. Coarse fishing types reckon it's worth the trip. Non-anglers can walk the perimeter, which takes a good hour or so depending on how many times you stop to watch the light move across the water. The banks are accessible enough, though it's not manicured or anything.

It works brilliantly as a half-day add-on if you're staying at Huntingdon Boathaven & Caravan Park down the road - just fifteen minutes away. Families with young kids might find it a bit thin on entertainment value if the little ones aren't into fishing or patient birdwatching. There's no cafe or facilities to speak of, so bring what you need.

Best visited early morning or late afternoon when the water's calm and you might actually spot something. Winter can be bleak here, so summer and autumn are the obvious calls. It's the sort of place that rewards a quiet walk more than a rushed visit. Nothing fancy, but genuinely peaceful.