I used to go here when I was little, and it brought back lots of good memories yesterday when my friend suggested going to the lido for a walk. The lido is free entry, they have put in a new car park, cleaned the man made beach area up, created an outside excersise area, and made a really good children's play area on the beach (which also has a disability roundabout in it).The cafe is nice and clean, serves hot food and drinks, as well as cakes and soft drinks.The railway is still there, but doesn't run in winter so we didn't go on it.A really beautiful place, with good paths to walk round the lido, beautiful views, and really good faculties - definitely will be going there more often.
Was good and worthwhile on a leisurely Sunday. A nice place to go out for a few hours if the weather is good. Definitely worth going during the summer months when the weather is good. One issue is that there are very limited toilet and washing facilities so bear this in mind.Another issue is that there is very limited car parking next to the Lido, however, you can park on nearby roads that are a few minutes walk away.
When I saw the Lido and the lovely sand I was really please such a nice setting in London (outer - zone 6). The Lido train is like a mini railway with a carriage in the middle set aside for buggies/prams/bikes. It took you almost three quarters of the way round. I had a nice journey going there only £3 return. On my way back I decided to get there early so I can sit facing the direction of travel (and take more photo's) I was then asked to sit behind (facing backwards) as there was a group of 8, so I did expecting to see a party of kids the four behind me where all adults I was very annoyed - if they where children wanting to sit with their mum/dad I would be happy to move but the four that sat where I sat where adults - have they never heard of the term first come first serve!
Had a brilliant relaxing time specially a a nice sunny day. It's much better now the water is safe to swim in as lake is all clean now. Kids will love it on the beach nice sandy soft beach. Place to be in summer but bring ur own food as it's abit of a rip off
Great trip with the kids to see an very enthusiastic Father Christmas! Very reasonably priced and a gift for each child. The woods were magically lit up to make the place feel like an enchanted forest.
Delightful miniature railway, great for all ages. Well worth the trip round on the train and so well looked after and loved. I recommend many visits.
I live in High Wycombe but have never been to the Lido before. We had a brilliant day with my 4.5 year old nephew. He loved the train and the beach as well as the play equipment. The weather was fantastic for October and we had a good 5 hours of fun and only had to pay for the train. Such good value. We will be back!
I grew up in Ruislip and used to play in the woods and go fishing and swimming at the Lido. It's fortunes have waxed and waned since but it's in the ascendancy. The railway has gone from strength to strength, there's now a good cafe, children's playground and woodland visitor centre on the beach side and the restaurant seems popular.Ruislip woods are ancient woodland and fantastic for walking and playing in. They were the first National Nature Reserve in London. And it's all free (except the railway and cafe).
Living nearby, I have lost count of the number of times we have been on the railway over the years and it's always been spot on. The carriages, buildings, stations and all aspects of the experience are never less than excellent. With a friendly and helpful team of volunteers maintaining the railway, it's also great to know there is no faceless corporation making money out of it. It's even better at Christmas and with my youngest child reaching an age that Santa was not as exciting as he used to be this was perfect for her last 'visit of faith' in December last year. Santa was great with our whole party and only too happy to pose for a couple of group shots.Now with the vastly improved facilities at Woody Bay (by the beach) station and the new car park and tea Rooms at Willow Lawn (by the pub) Station, you really should have paid a visit already.Although I have put this down as a 1 hour visit, you should really come to the Lido for the whole day there's plenty to keep you there.
The council re developed the lids and added a new car park and toilet block at what is called Willow Lawn. It is only open during the spring and summer season. There is a n overflow car park at the cematorium. Do not park on the roads as the meter men as always passing by.The lido is a cheap day out, especially for kids.