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Roddlesworth Reservoirs – Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir loop from Withnell

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Roddlesworth Reservoirs – Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir loop from Withnell

Mohammad Abubakar planned a hike

April 15, 2026

Roddlesworth Reservoirs – Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir loop from Withnell

Easy

01:43

6.47km

3.8km/h

70m

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Overview

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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311 m

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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961 m

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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2.77 km

River Roddlesworth Footpath on the Witton Weavers Way

Highlight • Trail

The River Roddlesworth Footpath is a beautiful riverside footpath that forms part of the Witton Weavers Way, which is a 32 mile (51 kilometre) circular loop set up to explore …

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2.84 km

Roddlesworth Waterfall

Highlight • Forest

Great little walk around the reservoirs

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4.22 km

Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Such a peaceful spot to stop off at. The children loved it.

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4.47 km

Bridge Crossing the Roddlesworth Reservoirs

Highlight • Forest

This is a lovely bridge crossing between the two Roddlesworth Reservoir's. You're surrounded by gorgeous woodland and plenty of wildlife. Dog-walkers are welcome, as long as you keep the pups on a lead.

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4.64 km

Roddlesworth Woodland Stream on Witton Weavers Way

Highlight (Segment) • River

The River Roddlesworth Footpath that runs past Roddlesworth Reservoirs is a well-trodden scenic footpath that forms part of the Witton Weavers Way. This is a national long-distance footpath that has …

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6.42 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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6.47 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.32 km

1.50 km

414 m

122 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.77 km

2.27 km

1.24 km

152 m

< 100 m

Route Details

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (170 m)

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Roddlesworth Reservoirs – Upper Roddlesworth Reservoir loop from Withnell

Rake Brook Reservoir