This reservoir is one of the oldest in the Washbourn Valley; it was built between 1869 and 1876. The other three reservoirs here are Thruscross, Swinsty and Fewston.

Walking around the reservoir is a truly aesthetic, soul-beautifying experience. The green wooded banks, woodland and reservoir paths and open countryside... what else would anyone want in life?... oh, sunsets here are unbelievable.

Stuart Wilcock

November 17, 2024

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Lindley Wood is a compensation reservoir, which means it is not linked to the supply of water to homes but is there to take excess water from Fewston and Swinsty reservoirs, which are nearby. This is why there is not much water in there.

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1. Dob Park Bridge and Lindley Wood Reservoir loop from Clifton — Nidderdale

19.6km

05:32

410m

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

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2. Lindley Wood Reservoir – Dob Park Bridge loop from Newall with Clifton

10.7km

02:58

190m

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

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3. Dob Park Bridge – Lindley Wood Reservoir loop from Farnley

11.2km

03:04

190m

180m

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

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Elevation 100 m

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Sunday 25 January

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43 %

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Max wind speed: 20.0 km/h

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Location: Farnley, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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Lindley Wood Reservoir

1. Dob Park Bridge and Lindley Wood Reservoir loop from Clifton — Nidderdale

2. Lindley Wood Reservoir – Dob Park Bridge loop from Newall with Clifton

3. Dob Park Bridge – Lindley Wood Reservoir loop from Farnley

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