Roddlesworth Reservoirs – Rake Brook Reservoir loop from Tockholes

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Blackburn with Darwen

Tockholes

Roddlesworth Reservoirs – Rake Brook Reservoir loop from Tockholes

Moderate

runners

Roddlesworth Reservoirs – Rake Brook Reservoir loop from Tockholes

00:50

7.41km

120m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Waypoints

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26 m

The Royal at Tockholes

Highlight • Cafe

The Royal at Tockholes is a great spot to stop and eat outside on a bike loop

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57 m

The Royal Arms, Ryal Fold

Highlight • Restaurant

Fab country pub with outdoor seating for the summer and a wood fire place in winter. I have not tried the food there but the real ale was excellent.

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2.28 km

Often reservoirs are surrounded by rather desolate hills with few trees. Happily, the trio of reservoirs here on the River Roddlesworth are somewhat different! Surrounded by beautiful mature deciduous woodland these paths are perfect for a relaxed ride.

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2.93 km

Rake Brook Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Part of the chain of reservoirs that follow the old course of the River Roddlesworth and next connected to Upper and Lower Roddlesworth.
It was built in 1850s

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3.18 km

Hare & Hounds, Abbey Village

Highlight • Restaurant

Pub welcoming muddy paws and boots. Serves German food as well as British pub classics.

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3.35 km

Abbey Village

Highlight • Natural

Abbey Village is beautifully situated for a number of great walks on the West Pennine Moors. With Roddlesworth Woodland and its reservoirs nearby and the moors themselves within walking distance, …

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