Hollingworth Lake

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Hollingworth Lake, Recreational reservoir in Littleborough, United Kingdom.

The 130-acre Hollingworth Lake features a 2.5-mile circular path with multiple viewing areas for observing local water birds and wildlife species.

Built in 1800 to supply water to the Rochdale Canal, the reservoir transformed into a recreational destination after the railway arrival in 1839.

Local residents named this water body the Weighvers' Seaport during Victorian times, reflecting its status as a leisure destination for textile workers.

The Water Activity Centre provides instruction for sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, and canoeing, with qualified instructors and safety equipment available.

The southwestern section maintains a dedicated nature reserve where boats cannot enter, creating protected zones for water birds and native species.

Location: Rochdale

Elevation above the sea: 171 m

GPS coordinates: 53.63062,-2.09641

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:24

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