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Reservoirs & lochs · South East England

Ardingly Reservoir & Ouse Valley

In or near Ardingly.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair accessible

Ardingly Reservoir & Ouse Valley — a other in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

Ardingly Reservoir - geograph.org.uk - 856164

Simon Carey — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2.5 h
Nearest railway station
Balcombe · 3.0 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Ardingly Reservoir & Ouse Valley is a other located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: High Weald

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Ardingly Reservoir & Ouse Valley is located in South-East England. This significant reservoir plays a key role in water supply and flood management for the surrounding area. The site is also known for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.0429, -0.0993
County
West Sussex
District
Mid Sussex
Parish
Ardingly
Postcode
RH17 6SQ
Parliamentary constituency
East Grinstead and Uckfield
Nearest railway station
Balcombe3 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ardingly Reservoir & Ouse Valley?
Ardingly Reservoir & Ouse Valley is in West Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode RH17 6SQ), in the parish of Ardingly.
What is Ardingly Reservoir & Ouse Valley?
Ardingly Reservoir & Ouse Valley — a other in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Ardingly Reservoir & Ouse Valley?
The nearest railway station is Balcombe, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode RH17 6SQ.
Is Ardingly Reservoir & Ouse Valley a protected site?
Yes — Ardingly Reservoir & Ouse Valley is part of the High Weald National Landscape (AONB).
Is Ardingly Reservoir & Ouse Valley free to visit?
Yes, Ardingly Reservoir & Ouse Valley is free to enter.
How do I get to Ardingly Reservoir & Ouse Valley?
The nearest railway station is Balcombe, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode RH17 6SQ.