Anglezarke Reservoir, lake in the United Kingdom
Anglezarke Reservoir is a large water body in Lancashire surrounded by green fields and woodland. Well-maintained paths loop around it, allowing visitors to walk along the shore and see reflections of the sky on the calm surface.
The reservoir was built in the 1800s by Liverpool Corporation to supply drinking water to the growing city. It was created as part of a larger system of water bodies designed to meet the region's expanding needs.
The reservoir draws walkers and visitors seeking quiet time in the landscape today. The stone villages and scattered farms nearby show how people have lived and worked in this rural setting for generations.
There is a large parking area near Moor Road where you can start your walk, and the paths are straightforward to follow. After rain, some sections may be muddy or slippery, so sturdy footwear is recommended.
The smaller High Bullough Reservoir was built even before the main water body and was originally intended to supply the town of Chorley. Today it sits quietly as part of the connected water network and attracts fewer visitors.
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