Balderhead Reservoir is the highest and largest of three reservoirs that occupy the head of Baldersdale in the North Pennines AONB. They supply water to Teeside and Teesdale.

Popular with windsurfers, kite surfers and canoeists, the region is also a pleasure to discover on foot. A variety of tracks explore the grouse moors here, with great circular walks around the nearby Hury and Blackton reservoirs too.

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Around Balderhead Reservoir

9.87km

02:41

140m

Hike a moderate 6.1-mile (9.9 km) circular route around Balderhead Reservoir, enjoying remote moorland views and tranquil waterfalls.

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Footbridge Over Hury Reservoir – Blackton Reservoir loop from River Balder

19.0km

05:08

250m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 350 m

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Location: Hunderthwaite, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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Footbridge Over Hury Reservoir – Blackton Reservoir loop from River Balder

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