

A moorland reservoir with a curved stone dam set against rolling Pennine hills — strong lines, reflections and dramatic skies make it ideal for landscape and waterscape shots. Best at golden hour or after rain for vivid reflections and saturated moody light. Accessible via short walks from roadside car parks (no entry fee); paths can be muddy and uneven, so wear boots. Weekday mornings are quieter; winters yield snow and brooding skies.


A moorland reservoir with a curved stone dam set against rolling Pennine hills — strong lines, reflections and dramatic skies make it ideal for landscape and waterscape shots. Best at golden hour or after rain for vivid reflections and saturated moody light. Accessible via short walks from roadside car parks (no entry fee); paths can be muddy and uneven, so wear boots. Weekday mornings are quieter; winters yield snow and brooding skies.