Reservoirs & lochs · South East England
Grimsbury Reservoir
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Grimsbury Reservoir — reservoir in Oxfordshire, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Banbury · 1.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Grimsbury Reservoir is located in Cherwell, Oxfordshire, with the postcode OX16 3JJ. The nearest railway station is Banbury, which is 1.7 km away. Entry to the reservoir is free.
About
Grimsbury Reservoir is a reservoir in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "reservoir in Oxfordshire, England, UK". Coordinates: 52.0756°, -1.3314°.
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Official information
Grimsbury Reservoir is a scenic area located in Banbury, offering a tranquil environment for walking, birdwatching, and enjoying nature. The reservoir is surrounded by pathways and green spaces, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike to relax and engage in outdoor activities.
From the Wikipedia article
Grimsbury Reservoir is a relatively small reservoir owned by Thames Water just off Hennef Way, near the Grimsbury estate of Banbury, Oxfordshire. A waterworks was built prior to 1947 and was expanded in the early 1960s, when Grimsbury Reservoir was built. The reservoir is surrounded by a nature reserve and is fed by the River Cherwell, the water itself includes many species of wildlife and the site includes parking facilities and other amenities. It is often used for water sports such as sailing and kayaking clubs as well as angling. The average depth is 8 ft (2.4 m).
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- Coordinates
- 52.0756, -1.3314
- County
- Oxfordshire
- District
- Cherwell
- Parish
- Banbury
- Postcode
- OX16 3JJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Banbury
- Nearest railway station
- Banbury — 1.7 km
- Official site
- www.british-history.ac.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q5609304 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Grimsbury Reservoir (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Grimsbury Reservoir?
- Grimsbury Reservoir is in Oxfordshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode OX16 3JJ), in the parish of Banbury.
- What is Grimsbury Reservoir?
- Grimsbury Reservoir — reservoir in Oxfordshire, England, UK.
- How do I get to Grimsbury Reservoir?
- The nearest railway station is Banbury, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode OX16 3JJ.
- Is Grimsbury Reservoir free to visit?
- Yes, Grimsbury Reservoir is free to enter.
- How do I get to Grimsbury Reservoir?
- The nearest railway station is Banbury, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode OX16 3JJ.