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Clough Bottom Reservoir

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Lancashire Rossendale

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Clough Bottom Reservoir

Old Boundary Marker on Bacup Old Road Municipal Boundary Marker on the east side of Bacup Old Road, southeast of its junction with the A671 Burnley Road. On the boundary of Cliviger parish and the former Newchurch parish. One of a series marking the boundary of Bacup Borough. Milestone Society National ID: LA_BACCLI02pb
Old Boundary Marker on Bacup Old Road Credit: C Chatham

Clough Bottom Reservoir is a man-made freshwater lake located in the county of Lancashire, England. Situated in the picturesque Clough Bottom Valley, the reservoir covers an area of approximately 30 acres. It was created in the late 19th century as a water supply for the local area.

Surrounded by rolling hills and dense woodland, Clough Bottom Reservoir offers a tranquil and scenic setting for visitors to enjoy. The lake is fed by natural springs and small streams, ensuring a constant flow of clean, freshwater. The water is deep and clear, making it ideal for various recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming.

The reservoir is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species, creating a thriving ecosystem. The surrounding marshland provides a habitat for various bird species, including ducks, geese, and herons. The lake itself is teeming with fish, attracting anglers from far and wide.

The area surrounding Clough Bottom Reservoir is also a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and hikers. There are several walking trails that offer stunning views of the lake and the surrounding countryside. The reservoir is also a designated site of special scientific interest, due to its unique geological features.

Overall, Clough Bottom Reservoir is a beautiful and ecologically significant body of water in Lancashire. Its peaceful ambiance and stunning natural surroundings make it a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Old Boundary Marker on Bacup Old Road Municipal Boundary Marker on the east side of Bacup Old Road, southeast of its junction with the A671 Burnley Road. On the boundary of Cliviger parish and the former Newchurch parish. One of a series marking the boundary of Bacup Borough. Milestone Society National ID: LA_BACCLI02pb
Old Boundary Marker on Bacup Old Road
Municipal Boundary Marker on the east side of Bacup Old Road, southeast of its junction with the A671 Burnley Road. On the boundary of Cliviger parish and the former Newchurch parish. One of a series marking the boundary of Bacup Borough. Milestone Society National ID: LA_BACCLI02pb
Weir and District War Memorial On Deerplay Hill
Weir and District War Memorial
On Deerplay Hill
Farms on Burnley Road View towards Bacup from Weir War Memorial on Deerplay Hill
Farms on Burnley Road
View towards Bacup from Weir War Memorial on Deerplay Hill
White Hill Circular Walk Part of the marked path near Crown Point Road which meanders such that short cuts have been made. The gravel path which is not being used is becoming overgrown and the short cuts a source of surface erosion.
White Hill Circular Walk
Part of the marked path near Crown Point Road which meanders such that short cuts have been made. The gravel path which is not being used is becoming overgrown and the short cuts a source of surface erosion.
Farmer's Track to White Hill This track links the hill and Burnley Road (B6238) and is used by the Pennine Bridleway for part of the route
Farmer's Track to White Hill
This track links the hill and Burnley Road (B6238) and is used by the Pennine Bridleway for part of the route
Reservoir Catchwater For Clough Bottom Reservoir
Reservoir Catchwater
For Clough Bottom Reservoir
Approaching Swallow Shore
Approaching Swallow Shore
Approaching Compston's Cross On the Rossendale Way and the White Hill Circular Walk. The cross was erected in 1902 and may partly replace the two lost wayside crosses in this area
Approaching Compston's Cross
On the Rossendale Way and the White Hill Circular Walk. The cross was erected in 1902 and may partly replace the two lost wayside crosses in this area
Woodland north of Greenhill Clough With Clowbridge Reservoir beyond on the left of the view
Woodland north of Greenhill Clough
With Clowbridge Reservoir beyond on the left of the view
View across new woodland to Crown Point The woodland would appear to be part of the Dunnockshaw Community Woodland project
View across new woodland to Crown Point
The woodland would appear to be part of the Dunnockshaw Community Woodland project
Harrow Stiles Lane Used by Rossendale Way. At this point by Sod Hey Farm the farm track surface appears to have been laid using a very wet cement mix with little aggregate
Harrow Stiles Lane
Used by Rossendale Way. At this point by Sod Hey Farm the farm track surface appears to have been laid using a very wet cement mix with little aggregate
Approaching Clifton On the Rossendale Way
Approaching Clifton
On the Rossendale Way
A side clough of Shepherd Clough An unnamed clough south of Clifton and on a path that has been a public right of way but seems to have been extinguished as such around Clifton. There is a stile into the clough coming from the south but no proper facility out to approach Clifton
A side clough of Shepherd Clough
An unnamed clough south of Clifton and on a path that has been a public right of way but seems to have been extinguished as such around Clifton. There is a stile into the clough coming from the south but no proper facility out to approach Clifton
Remains of Dean Head There are two distinct ruins at Dean Head and this is the building to the north
Remains of Dean Head
There are two distinct ruins at Dean Head and this is the building to the north
Old holloway An old route to climb Stony Hill which winds around an enclosed field (behind the camera) from the valley of Limy Water (covered by Clowbridge Reservoir) before striking out in this view. This is probably one of the many routes known as Limersgate.
Old holloway
An old route to climb Stony Hill which winds around an enclosed field (behind the camera) from the valley of Limy Water (covered by Clowbridge Reservoir) before striking out in this view. This is probably one of the many routes known as Limersgate.
Track embankment across Black Clough According to OS maps this track is relatively recent apparently going to a tipping site on Heald Moor
Track embankment across Black Clough
According to OS maps this track is relatively recent apparently going to a tipping site on Heald Moor
Black Clough View from a track embankment across the clough
Black Clough
View from a track embankment across the clough
Track to Heald Moor A track initially on the route of an old tramway for Easden Wood Colliery which finished before the climb ahead. OS maps suggest the extension of this track is relatively recent appearing to serve a tipping site on Heald Moor. The lower track serves the farm at Cow Side.
Track to Heald Moor
A track initially on the route of an old tramway for Easden Wood Colliery which finished before the climb ahead. OS maps suggest the extension of this track is relatively recent appearing to serve a tipping site on Heald Moor. The lower track serves the farm at Cow Side.
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Clough Bottom Reservoir is located at Grid Ref: SD8426 (Lat: 53.737632, Lng: -2.231608)

Administrative County: Lancashire

District: Rossendale

Police Authority: Lancashire

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