Also a Local Nature Reserve, Ardingly Reservoir was built in the 1970s. It is a wildlife haven with Ospreys even seen here. There are two bird hides on this eastern shore while the south eastern end is a hive of watersports activity.

Nik Carter

September 12, 2020

Hiking

The walk around the reservoir is really nice. The car park here makes access easy. Lots of dog walkers to say hi to, and loads of berries to pick in the summer!

Jon

April 15, 2022

Hiking

A lot of side of the road walking so this is a hard no for me

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Location: Ardingly, Mid Sussex, West Sussex, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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