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What is the deepest lake in the Lake District?

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The deepest lake in the Lake District is Wastwater.

Wastwater: England's Deepest Lake

Wastwater holds the distinction of being the deepest lake in England, and consequently, the deepest in the Lake District National Park. It reaches a remarkable depth of 243 feet.

Despite there being eight other lakes in the Lake District that are larger in terms of surface area (square kilometres), Wastwater's significant depth makes it a unique and impressive natural feature. Its profound depth contributes to its dramatic and imposing appearance, surrounded by towering fells.

Here's a quick fact about Wastwater's depth:

Lake Name Depth (approx.)
Wastwater 243 feet