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Hampstead Heath

Hampstead Heath is a large, semi-wild 320-hectare park in London, characterised by hilly terrain, ponds, old and newer groves, playgrounds and a running track, stretching between Hampstead and Highgate. In the south-east lies Parliament Hill, from which there are protected views of the city, and along the eastern edge there is a chain of ponds, including three public open-air swimming pools that were formerly reservoirs of the River Fleet. The park borders the grounds of Kenwood House, and concerts are held beside the lake in summer. Hampstead Heath is recognised as a Site of Importance for Nature Conservation, and part of Kenwood is a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Things to do at Hampstead Heath: 9 missions

• Swim at Hampstead Pond No. 3Enjoy mixed bathing at Hampstead Pond No. 3.
• Enjoy Parliament Hill LidoParliament Hill Lido offers a range of sports facilities.
• Swim at Gospel Oak LidoGospel Oak Lido is an open-air pool on Hampstead Heath.
• Swim at the Ladies' Bathing PondEnjoy a swim at the women-only pond.
• Take in Parliament HillAdmire the protected views of London from Parliament Hill.
• Explore Highgate PondsDiscover the old reservoirs of Highgate Ponds on the east side of the Heath.
• Explore Stock PondVisit Stock Pond, a wildlife refuge.
• Watch the model boats at the Model Boating PondWatch the model boats sailing on the pond.
• Watch birds at Bird Sanctuary PondDiscover the birds at the sanctuary pond.

Near Hampstead Heath

Source: cityoflondon.gov.uk