Clowbridge Reservoir & Dunnockshaw Community Woodland
Clowbridge Reservoir is situated to the east of the A682 between Burnley and Rawtenstall, adjacent to an area of the Burnley Millennium Forest known as the Dunnockshaw Community Woodland.
There is truly something for everyone at this location with water sports, fishing and orienteering close to Clowbridge Reservoir, walking and riding trails throughout the woodland and an eco trail adjacent to Clough Bottom Reservoir. The area also enjoys a rich local history with ancient packhorse routes passing through the ruined hamlet of Gambleside, which dates back to 1242.
Site facilities
The recreation site facilities available at Clowbridge Reservoir & Dunnockshaw Community Woodland include:
- toilets
- picnic area
- dogs allowed
- telephone
- car parking
- disabled toilet available (RADAR key)
- permanent orienteering course and Trail O course.
- the Pennine Bridleway National Trail (Mary Towneley Loop) passes through this area
- sailing and windsurfing on Clowbridge Reservoir, Rossendale Valley Sailing Club
- wheelchair friendly - some paths suitable for assisted wheelchair users
Opening times
Open all day, every day.
For more information contact :
Central Team
T:01204 664301
F:01204 664308
Rivington Water Treatment Works, Bolton Road, Horwich, Bolton BL6 7RN