The Top 8 Lakes around Grindon
Looking to visit the best lakes around Grindon? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Grindon’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 10, 2025
Doxey Pool
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This tiny little pool is said to be home to a malicious mermaid named Jenny Greenteeth. The mysterious Doxey Pool can be found on the path that runs across the …
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Dimmingsdale Mill Pond
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The smelting mill is now much altered and is a private residence, but the former mill pond is a very popular place with walkers in National Trust's Dimmingsdale.
Lead smelting …
Lead smelting …
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Tittesworth Reservoir
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Tittesworth Reservoir is a great place to visit. Various walking loops are signposted, the longest one taking you all the way around the reservoir. It is usually relatively quiet and dog friendly.
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Waterfall and Stepping Stones on Churnet River Tributary
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A very helpful arrangement of stones to cross over a tributary of the Churnet River.
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Pond Near Ashbourne Cricket Club
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I have yet to find a name for this pond online.
I wondered if it belonged to the nearby Cricket Club as access from there seems to be possible?
Access from the cycle track is prevented with barbed wire.
I wondered if it belonged to the nearby Cricket Club as access from there seems to be possible?
Access from the cycle track is prevented with barbed wire.
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Lawn Pool
Highlight • Lake
If you are inclined to torment innocent fish going about their business, day tickets can be purchased from the visitor centre.
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Heathcote Mere
Highlight • Natural Monument
A pleasant spot to stop for a picnic.
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Churnet Way to Tittesworth Reservoir
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Natural walkway to Tittesworth reservoir. Can be ridden on chunky tires gravel bike/MTB too. Not sure if you can cycle around the reservoir though :(
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