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Watergrove Reservoir

Updated: July 11, 2025
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Nearest Town:
Rochdale
Distance:
2.50 miles
Time:
1.10 hours
Difficulty:
Easy
Terrain:

Terrain: The main path around Watergrove Reservoir is a well-maintained, wide track with a compacted stone/gravel surface. It is generally undulating with some short, moderate inclines and descents as it contours the valley sides around the reservoir. Suitable for reasonably fit walkers and more rugged pushchairs. Paths leading off onto the surrounding moorland (e.g., towards Brown Wardle Hill or Syke Moor) are much steeper, grassier, boggy, and uneven.

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About this Walk

Starting Point: Main car park for Watergrove Reservoir, Ramsden Road, Wardle, Rochdale (Postcode: OL12 9NJ).Estimated Time: 1.5 - 2 hours for the main reservoir circuit at a steady pace.Walk Description (Focusing on the reservoir circuit): 1. From the Main Car Park: Start from the car park off Rams...

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