Following government guidelines, we've reopened our reservoirs and recreational sites. Please follow social distancing guidelines, stick to the footpath, and keep a 2 metre distance to ensure the safety of yourself, other visitors and our staff.
We want to keep all visitors to our reservoirs safe.
Reservoirs can be extremely dangerous.
Points to remember to keep you safe…
Watch the trailer for ’60 Seconds of Summer’ a play about 13 year old Dylan Ramsay from Chorley who tragically lost his life in open water.
Click here for more information about the hazard of reservoir swimming.
Click here to test your knowledge on reservoirs by completing the statements in our activity.
Staying home is anything but boring with our isolation inspiration guide. Click here to access the guide.
Paul Philips, Northern Catchment Manager, tells the real life story of when a young boy drowned in front of his family at Thirlmere Reservoir. He urges everyone to warn their family and friends of the dangers of swimming in reservoirs.