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Easy Going and only about 1 mile

Nice and easy way home from the Delph Donkey

These two four-storey weavers' cottages are at the intersection of the A62 and A6052, affectionately dubbed Delph Station Crossroads by locals. Back in the sixties, the left-hand cottage served as a quaint paper shop. Today, a weathered blue Cadbury chocolate sign still clings to the side wall.

The village of Dobcross, though hilly, attracts many visitors to Saddleworth. It's like a picture perfect village frozen in time. In 1979, Dobcross gained some Hollywood fame when scenes for the movie "Yanks," starring Richard Gere and Vanessa Redgrave, were filmed there. This led to an annual military-themed celebration in Saddleworth, which continues today. Like the rest of Saddleworth, Dobcross was once part of the West Riding of Yorkshire and relied on woolen cloth manufacturing for its livelihood.

Here are some key points about Woodhead Reservoir: Location: Woodhead Reservoir is located in the northern part of the Peak District National Park, in Derbyshire, England. Purpose: The reservoir was created to supply water to the industrial areas of Greater Manchester. It plays a role in water management and supply for the region. Construction: The reservoir was constructed in the early 19th century, with the construction work starting in 1837. It was completed in 1840. Size: Woodhead Reservoir is one of several reservoirs in the area and is situated within the Longdendale Chain. It covers a significant area, contributing to the water supply system. Longdendale Chain: The Longdendale Chain consists of several reservoirs, including Arnfield Reservoir, Bottoms Reservoir, Valehouse Reservoir, Rhodeswood Reservoir, Torside Reservoir, and Woodhead Reservoir. These reservoirs are interconnected and collectively serve water supply purposes. Walking and Recreation: The area around Woodhead Reservoir is known for its scenic beauty, and there are walking paths and trails that allow visitors to explore the reservoir and its surroundings. The reservoir is part of the Longdendale Trail, a popular walking and cycling route. Railway Tunnel: The Woodhead Tunnel, an important railway tunnel, runs beneath the Woodhead Reservoir. The railway line was closed in the 1980s, and the tunnel is no longer in use for rail traffic.

Amazing when flowing, this is a circular weir designed to manage the water levels in Digley Reservoir.

From here you get a wonderful view to the North-east over Valehouse Reservoir. In the opposite direction, the wonderfully named Bottoms Reservoir, and the even-better named Bottoms Spillway nearby.

Fantastic running along the Longdendale Trail. It can get busy at times so try and visit off-peak. The Woodhead reservoir took 30 years to construct although it was the first of the chain of reservoirs to be started, it was the last to be completed.