The spillway is an artificial waterfall channel that allows the water from the Norman Hill reservoir to flow down to the Piethorne Reservoir. It controls the water levels and becomes big and powerful in times of high rain.

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October 10, 2025

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round the back of Piethorne res

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1. Rochdale Way and Piethorne Reservoirs Loop

8.05km

02:14

150m

140m

Hike the moderate Rochdale Way and Piethorne Reservoirs Loop, a 5.0-mile route through varied terrain and scenic Victorian reservoirs.

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2. Piethorne Reservoir – Norman Hill Spillway loop from Milnrow

8.61km

02:20

120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Norman Hill Spillway – Piethorne Reservoir loop from Denshaw

7.13km

02:02

160m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 605 m

Uphill 10 m

Downhill 10 m

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Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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Location: Greater Manchester, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Rochdale Way and Piethorne Reservoirs Loop

2. Piethorne Reservoir – Norman Hill Spillway loop from Milnrow

3. Norman Hill Spillway – Piethorne Reservoir loop from Denshaw

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