Haweswater resrevoir
Penrith, Bampton, Penrith, CA10 2RP. Tel: 01768 772 334. Open all day, every day.
Haweswater Reservoir
Haweswater reservoir is one of our most visited countryside parks and reservoirs and you can see why! Haweswater reservoir is the highest lake in the Lake District. The vast water and beautiful land makes for some spectacular views. Also, along the water’s edge there is a sense of wilderness, and is the perfect place for wildlife lovers. It is also a great spot for keen birdwatchers, with sightings of Peregrines, Dippers and Redstarts.
Mardale Head car park
Penrith, Bampton, Penrith CA10 2RP. Free to park. Open 10:30am - 4:30pm.
Activities and site information
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Bridleways |
Bird watching |
Information board |
Walking routes |
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See bridleways as demarked on OS maps of the area. |
This is a great spot for keen birdwatchers with sightings of Peregrines, Dippers and Redstarts. Haweswater is an RSPB (the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) reserve and we work closely with them to manage Haweswater reservoir. |
Information board with map of reservoir and site information, located opposite the dam on the main public road. |
Haweswater has a circular route around the reservoir which is marked on the site board. This can take 5-6 hours and is perfect for the more adventurous walkers! However, there is also walking trails for all levels. |
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