Parking at
Ruislip Lido
Beach & Lido
Build sandcastles, hunt for buried treasures, or splash in Ruislip Lido Splash Pad! There is always something fun to do at Ruislip Lido.
Play Areas
We have play areas that you'll love! The pirate ship on the beach, with climbing frames, and the water park. There's even an outside gym.
Woodland Walks
Surrounded by Ruislip woods, you can follow one of our nature trails, walk around the Lido, and get a drink from the cafes.
Miniature Railway
Why not experience Britains longest 12" gauge miniature railway? Ruislip Lido Railway travels around the lido through the woods.
PSA: Water Warning
Please be aware that entering the water is still not permitted. Please see our safety updates page for more information.
Parking info and charges July 2025 update
Ruislip Lido Main Car Park
Address: Reservoir Road, Ruislip, HA4 7TY
Stay type: Long stay
Vehicle spaces: 153
Disabled spaces: 10
Maximum stay: Until closure
Opening times: Monday to Sunday, Including Bank Holidays :
Jan, Feb, Nov & Dec, 8:00 – 18:00
Mar, Sep and Oct, 8:00 – 20:00
Apr, May, June, July and Aug 8:00 – 21:00
Charge times: Monday to Sunday, Including Bank Holidays :
Jan, Feb, Nov & Dec, 8:00 – 18:00
Mar, Sep and Oct, 8:00 – 20:00
Apr, May, June, July and Aug 8:00 – 21:00
Cardholder Charges
High Season: May – Aug (Up to 3 Hours): £0.00
High Season: May – Aug (Over 3 Hours): £6.80
Low Season: Sep – April (Up to 3 Hours): £0.00
Low Season: Sep – April (Over 3 Hours): £3.70
Non-Cardholder Charges
High Season: May – Aug (Up to 3 Hours): £8.90
High Season: May – Aug (Over 3 Hours): £16.90
Low Season: Sep – April (Up to 3 Hours): £5.80
Low Season: Sep – April (Over 3 Hours): £8.30
Sunday charges: Chargeable
Season tickets: Not available
Parking
Parking at Ruislip Lido is limited, and we always advise that you plan your journey accordingly.
During peak periods, such as the summer holiday’s and sunny Bank Holiday weekends the Lido gets very busy, and the limited parking spaces fill up quickly.
Note: If you are visiting Ruislip Lido by car and the car parks are full, there are no nearby alternatives to our car park. The surrounding areas of the Lido are largely clearway zones and no-stopping restrictions which are strictly enforced.
Hillingdon First Card
The Hillingdon First card gives you the ability to park in the Lido car park for free. Yes, free! Make sure you park in the Willow Lawn car park. You can get a free all-day ticket by using your Hillingdon first card at the ticket machines.
Car Parks
- Willow Lawn car park is for Hillingdon First cardholders at all times. You can get an all-day ticket by presenting your HillingdonFirst card at the pay and display machine. Spaces 115 / disabled spaces 9
- Ruislip Lido main car park is situated at the end of Reservoir Road on the left and is for use by everyone: both holders of the HillingdonFirst card and non-holders. This car park is free for HillingdonFirst users. Spaces 153 / disabled spaces 10
Ruislip Lido Car Park Three: The Waters Edge Pub
The third car park at the Lido is for the Waters Edge pub & restaurant. This is not run or maintained by the London Borough of Hillingdon council, but a private car park for the pub. That means there are parking restrictions. Firstly, Hillingdon First card holders cannot park for free. You will also need to be a paying customer in the pub
Note: If you are visiting Ruislip Lido by car and the car parks are full, there are no nearby alternatives to our car park. The surrounding areas of the Lido are largely clearway zones and no-stopping restrictions which are strictly enforced.
Parking Restrictions & Warnings
The car parks and areas around the Lido are patrolled, maintained and strictly enforced. Anyone found parking illegally in these zones will get a parking ticket and may have their vehicle removed. You must have the correct ticket and display it correctly.
Permit zones RL and RL2
Only residents and visitors with a valid permit or visitor vouchers can park within the Ruislip permit zones RL and RL2. These zones are operational from 9 am to 7 pm every day. Anyone found to be parking illegally in these zones will get a parking ticket and may have their vehicle removed.
Zone RL
- Withy Lane, Ruislip
Zone RL2
- Abercorn Grove, Ruislip
- Bury Street, Ruislip
- Dell Farm Road, Ruislip
- Ducks Hill Road, Ruislip
- Lakeside Close, Ruislip
- Reservoir Road, Ruislip
HillingdonFirst Parking
There are two car parks on site.
Willow Lawn car park is for HillingdonFirst cardholders only. This car park is free for HillingdonFirst users at all times, users will get an all day ticket on presentation of their HillingdonFirst card. Thanks Hillingdon Council 🙂
General Car Park
Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec (8am - 6pm) - £3.50 per day
Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct (8am - 8pm) - £3.50 per day
May, Jun, Jul, Aug (8am - 9pm) - £5 per day
Discover The Lido
Ruislip Lido has something for all the family. A beach to relax or play, children's play areas, woodland walks, cafes, grass areas, duck and bird feeding platforms, outdoor gym, miniature railway, and much more!
Why not discover the beauty of Ruislip Lido the next time you are nearby.
Free Parking for Hillingdon Cardholders
Britains Longest 12" Gauge Railway
Children's Play Areas
Beach, Lido and Woods
More to Explore at Ruislip Lido
Planets Walk
Starting with the Sun, opposite the new boathouse, you will see each planet in order, from the Sun on this interesting walk.
Boathouse
Introducing the newest addition to the Lido, which includes a community room that is available to hire.
Fishing
Fishing is permitted from 16 June to 14 March. A licence is required to fish the lake, and fishing rules apply.
Feeding birds & ducks
Outdoor gym & running