How long is the walk around Dovestones reservoir?
Dovestone Reservoir and Chew Reservoir Circular is a 8.4 mile loop trail located near Dobcross, Greater Manchester, England that features a lake and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
Where is Dovestones reservoir?
Dovestone Reservoir lies at the convergence of the valleys of the Greenfield and Chew Brooks above the village of Greenfield, on Saddleworth Moor in Greater Manchester, England. The reservoir is on the western edge of the Peak District National Park.
How far around is Dovestones reservoir?
about 2.5 miles
A pleasant gentle stroll on a good surface can be had on the circuit path around Dove Stone reservoir (WALK 1) which is also suitable for wheelchairs and is only about 2.5 miles (4 km).
Is Dovestone reservoir open to the public?
Open all day, every day. Bin Green car park, Holmfirth Road, Oldham, OL3 7NN. Toilets located at car park. 180 from Oldham Road train station to the Clarence Hotel in Greenfield.
Can you cycle around Dovestone reservoir?
Despite having the status of footpaths, cycling is permitted by United Utilities on the hard tracks around the reservoir areas and also the Chew road leading to Chew reservoir. The conditions for allowing this facility is that cyclists must give way to pedestrians and not ride recklessly.
Is Dovestone reservoir pram friendly?
What are facilities like for babies? The path around the reservoir is accessible for both pushchairs and wheelchairs. Although there are public toilets, there are no baby change facilities.
Is Dovestone reservoir postcode?
Postcode OL3 7NE. Grid Reference: SE013036 Since 2010 it has been named by the RSPB as a Nature Reserve but it is also an extensive open area with other land owned and managed by different landowners. The entrance is situated on Bank Lane off the A635 road about half a mile up from Greenfield, the nearest village.
Where do you park to walk to Dovestones?
Park at the main Dove Stone Reservoir car park (OL3 7NE) on Bank Lane off the A635 Holmfirth Road. From the car park, walk in a south-easterly direction, past the public toilet block, to start walking anti-clockwise around the reservoir.
Can you walk around Dovestone reservoir?
The Dovestone Reservoir Circuit is one of our favourite easy walks. If you are short on time or want a beginner, child or accessible route, this is the perfect walk for you. If you do have a wheelchair and pram, it is recommended to complete the walk anti-clockwise due to a steep section near Yeoman Hey Reservoir.
Is Dovestone car park free?
There is a charge for car parking here and Binn Green Picnic Site (£1.80 all day or 60p for 3 hours) but parking is free to RSPB members and Blue Badge holders.
Can you cycle along the River Mersey?
There’s much to see in Merseyside on your bicycle with a number of well signed routes now open. Highlights include the River Mersey with cycle paths running along the side of many sections of the river.
Where is dove stone reservoir in Peak District?
Situated on the edge of Oldham and the Peak District National Park, Dove Stone Reservoir is a spectacular area popular with visitors and for family days out. A picturesque spot, the main reservoir has its own sailing club, a permanent orienteering course, an extensive network of footpaths and good links to areas of open access moorland.
Where is the postcode for Dovestone Reservoir Mossley?
You can find it at 387 Manchester Road with postcode OL5 9BB for your sat nav. There’s also the option of walking into Mossley from the reservoir by following the waymarked Oldham Way west for about 3 miles.
Where do I start to walk to Dovestone rocks?
Start the walk from the car park at the northern end of Dovestone Reservoir. From here you can pick up a path running east between the reservoir and the adjacent Yeoman Hey Reservoir. The path then climbs to the Ashway Stone before turning south to Dean Rocks and Great Dovestone Rocks.
How long is the walk from Dovestone to Chew Reservoir?
This walk climbs to a series of wonderful viewpoints overlooking Dovestone Reservoir in the dark peak area of the Peak District. The challenging route runs for just over 6 miles, visiting the Ashway Stone, Dean Rocks, Great Dovestone Rocks and Chew Reservoir. Start the walk from the car park at the northern end of Dovestone Reservoir.