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Wastwater reflections, English lake district, England, UK

 

Wastwater (or Wast Water) reflections, England's deepest lake, located in the Wasdale valley of the Lake District National Park.

 

The view from the southwestern end of the lake, as seen in the image, was voted "Britain's Favourite View" in 2007.

 

The mountains visible in the background include Yewbarrow, Great Gable, and Lingmell.

 

The lake is a glacial lake, nearly 3 miles (4.8 km) long, and reaches a depth of 258 feet (79 m).

 

The outline of the three peaks at the eastern end of the lake is the symbol used for the Lake District National Park logo.

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Uploaded on December 29, 2025
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