Reservoirs & lochs · Yorkshire & the Humber
Leighton Reservoir
In or near Colsterdale.
Leighton Reservoir — a reservoir in england yorkshire.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2.5 h
- Dog-friendly
About
A British reservoir — artificial impoundment for water supply, hydro-power or flood management. Many are open for recreation.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: East Nidderdale Moors (Flamstone Pin - High Ruckles) SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Nidderdale
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Leighton Reservoir is located in Yorkshire. This reservoir serves as a key water supply for the surrounding area. Visitors can expect a tranquil setting, often frequented by walkers and nature enthusiasts. The reservoir is also used for recreational activities, including fishing.
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- Coordinates
- 54.2000, -1.7667
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Ilton-cum-Pott
- Postcode
- HG4 4LT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Skipton and Ripon
Sources
- manual: geonames-2644651 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Leighton Reservoir?
- Leighton Reservoir is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode HG4 4LT), in the parish of Ilton-cum-Pott.
- What is Leighton Reservoir?
- Leighton Reservoir — a reservoir in england yorkshire.
- How do I get to Leighton Reservoir?
- Drivers can use postcode HG4 4LT.
- Is Leighton Reservoir a protected site?
- Yes — Leighton Reservoir is part of the East Nidderdale Moors (Flamstone Pin - High Ruckles) SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Nidderdale National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Leighton Reservoir?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HG4 4LT. It sits within the Skipton and Ripon parliamentary constituency.