Sugden Reservoir

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Yorkshire

England

Sugden Reservoir

Sugden Reservoir, located in Yorkshire, England, is a man-made freshwater lake that serves as a reliable water source for the surrounding region. Covering an area of approximately 30 hectares, the reservoir plays a crucial role in maintaining the water supply for nearby towns and villages. It was constructed in the late 19th century and has since become an important part of the local landscape.

Surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills, Sugden Reservoir offers a picturesque setting for visitors to enjoy a range of recreational activities. The calm and serene waters provide an ideal environment for fishing enthusiasts, with a variety of species such as perch, pike, and roach inhabiting the reservoir. Anglers can be seen casting their lines from the banks, hoping to catch a prized fish.

The reservoir also attracts birdwatchers and nature lovers, as it is home to a diverse range of bird species. Common sightings include herons, swans, ducks, and geese, which can be observed in their natural habitats around the water's edge. The abundance of wildlife in and around the reservoir makes it a haven for nature enthusiasts.

Furthermore, the reservoir acts as a freshwater marsh, providing a nurturing environment for various plant species. The marshland surrounding the waterbody is teeming with reeds, rushes, and water lilies, creating a vibrant and ecologically rich ecosystem.

Overall, Sugden Reservoir is not only a vital water source for the region but also a popular destination for those seeking tranquility and a connection to nature. Whether it be fishing, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the beauty of the landscape, this man-made freshwater lake offers a unique experience for visitors and locals alike.

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Sugden Reservoir Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.8317/-1.9346899 or Grid Reference SE0437. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Main Street

Bridgehouse Lane

Haworth Station

Haworth Station

The Old Sun

Black Moor Road

Early days on the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway

A view at Haworth station yard just a couple of weeks after the line re-opened as a heritage railway. In the centre, Hughes 'Crab' 2-6-0 27000 is seen in initial stages of restoration. It was the first of its class to be built and has since been transferred to the National Collection at the National Railway Museum in York Link

Alan Murray-Rust

42700 at Haworth, 1968

It has lost its BR livery, compare with SE0337 : Early days on the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway a few weeks earlier. This is believed to have been a BR 'copyright' condition at the time for their stock sold on.

Robin Webster

Main Street, Haworth

The centre of the village, whose numerous independent shops and eateries along this steep cobbled street, are as much a tourist draw as its ostensible main attraction: the Parsonage, home of the Brontë sisters, which is tucked away at the end of a side street.

Paul Harrop

Bridgehouse Mills, Haworth

Seen from a train on the adjacent Worth Valley railway, the part of the mill closest to the railway is occupied by military clothing specialists Wyedean Link

. The rest of the site has been converted for housing.

Paul Harrop

Haworth graveyard

A few of the tightly-packed graves, all of which face east, in the graveyard immediately to the south of the Brontë Parsonage Museum.

Paul Harrop

Oakworth Station

Passengers await a train to Keighley on the Worth Valley Railway, the station of course famed for its appearances in the film The Railway Children

Paul Harrop

Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, Damems

The passing loop and signal box south-west of Damems station. The preserved heritage railway's Waggon & Maschinenbau diesel railbus, No. M79964, waits for the steam-hauled service to pass in the opposite direction.

Paul Harrop