Reservoirs & lochs · East Midlands
Woodhead Reservoir
In or near Old Glossop.
Woodhead Reservoir — a reservoir in england east midlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Manor Station · 6.3 km
- 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: Dark Peak SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Woodhead Reservoir is located in the East Midlands. This large reservoir serves as a key water supply source and is surrounded by scenic landscapes. It offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and birdwatching. The area is a notable feature of the local environment, contributing to both recreation and conservation efforts.
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- Coordinates
- 53.4833, -1.8667
- County
- Derbyshire
- District
- High Peak
- Parish
- Charlesworth
- Postcode
- SK13 1JA
- Parliamentary constituency
- High Peak
- Nearest railway station
- Manor Station — 6.3 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-2633645 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Woodhead Reservoir?
- Woodhead Reservoir is in Derbyshire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode SK13 1JA), in the parish of Charlesworth.
- What is Woodhead Reservoir?
- Woodhead Reservoir — a reservoir in england east midlands.
- How do I get to Woodhead Reservoir?
- The nearest railway station is Manor Station, about 6.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode SK13 1JA.
- Is Woodhead Reservoir a protected site?
- Yes — Woodhead Reservoir is part of the Dark Peak SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Woodhead Reservoir?
- The nearest railway station is Manor Station, about 6.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SK13 1JA.