The Top 20 Lakes around Shaw And Crompton
Looking to visit the best lakes around Shaw And Crompton? 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 Shaw And Crompton’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 10, 2025
Dovestone Reservoir
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Dovestone Reservoir is situated where the Greenfield and Chew Brooks valleys come together above the village of Greenfield on Saddleworth Moor.
The reservoir is located at the gateway to the …
The reservoir is located at the gateway to the …
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Yeoman Hey Reservoir
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Nestled within the iconic Peak District National Park near Oldham is the Yeoman Hey Reservoir.
This reservoir sits amongst three in the area and is surrounded by rolling grouse moorland and high gritstone escarpments.
This reservoir sits amongst three in the area and is surrounded by rolling grouse moorland and high gritstone escarpments.
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Wessenden Reservoir
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One of four reservoirs in the Wessenden Valley, this is a beautiful spot and a great objective for a hike. Constructed in 1836, it was built to supply water to …
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Holmfirth Road Climb (Dovestone Reservoir)
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Known locally as the “Isle of Skye” after a long-since closed pub. A long, steady, almost alpine-like climb. Nice views across Dovestones reservoir. There tend to be a lot of parked cars along the road on nice days.
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Butterley Reservoir and Spillway
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Butterley Reservoir was first built in 1794 to provide water for the Cromford Canal, and today is a peaceful spot outside of Marsden.
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Watergrove Reservoir
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High in the Pennines above Wardle village, the area around Watergrove Reservoir includes walking trails with spectacular views, bird watching, fishing and a link to the Pennine Bridleway. The open …
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Blackstone Edge Reservoir
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After climbing up Blackstone Edge or Cragg Vale. Stop and enjoy the views.
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Blakeley Reservoir
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A beautiful area for the fanily
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Warland Reservoir Tower
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The reservoir was originally constructed around 1857 by the Rochdale Canal Company to maintain water levels in the Rochdale Canal and was considered to be one of the largest dams in England at the time.
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Greenbooth Reservoir
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The three smaller reservoirs upstream of Greenbooth were finished in 1846. Below them was the small village of Greenbooth which consisted of around 80 cottages, a sweet shop, a co-op, …
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Cupwith Reservoir
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A long, straight gravel path will lead you along the side of the picturesque Cupwith Reservoir.
On a clear day, the views of the surrounding countryside are spectacular. And the …
On a clear day, the views of the surrounding countryside are spectacular. And the …
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