Slaidburn, Stocks Reservoir and The Jetty
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The pretty little village of Slaidburn, nestled in wonderful Bowland with the Yorkshire Dales not too far away. Our walk today starts from the village taking us up through farmland to meet the reservoir, Stocks Reservoir. The reservoir, created in 1932 for the Fylde coast water supply meant the flooding of the hamlet of Stocks-in-Bowland - which the reservoir owes its name.
After reaching the top of the reservoir we pass a small church at Dalehead, before circling the reservoir past a picturesque jetty that normally is available for some photos! We then reach the dam itself before retracing some earlier steps back into town.
The Hark to Bounty is a lovely local pub in the village - perhaps a cheeky pint before we head home!
Photos
Hark to Bounty Photo - Attributed to Bill Boaden
Stocks Reservoir and Reservoir Approach Photos - Attributed to John Slater
Dalehead Church - Attributed to David Dixon
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Gaiters: recommended for wet weather or boggy conditions
Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters
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Trousers: ideally no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK
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Hat or cap: stay warm in winter and shaded in summer
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Sun cream: can be useful even on cloudy and winter days
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Food & drink
Please bring enough water for the day - 2 litres ideally plus your lunch. There is no shop in Slaidburn so please have your supplies before you arrive.