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Chew Reservoir

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Chew Reservoir

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  • Location: Saddleworth, Oldham, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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    July 29, 2023

    Hiking

    Chew Reservoir was completed in 1912 and at the time it was the highest reservoir in England. It's designed to increase the drinking water supply for Manchester by supplementing the Dovestone Reservoir downstream.

    August 23, 2020

    Cycling

    Mixed gravel and tarmac route up from Dove Stone reservoir. The gravel surface would be quite a challenge in times both up and down on a road bike so plan accordingly!

    April 26, 2024

    Running

    the path headed from chew reservoir east to the pennine way/laddow rocks can be really boggy almost year round
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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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    Elevation 480 m

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    Location: Saddleworth, Oldham, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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