The Teardrop Lakes, Milton Keynes
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The Teardrop Lakes, Milton Keynes
Image: © Stephen McKay Taken: 10 May 2023
This is one of four Teardrop Lakes, named for their shape. They act as balancing ponds, preventing flooding of the surrounding urban area following storms, but are also an important part of Milton Keynes' network of parks.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.023316
Longitude
-0.764521