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Gaddings Dam

Langfield Common, Walsden, YorkshireLakeSwimming permitted

Directions

Locally owned reservoir with a sandy beach and open-water swimming.

Water
Lake
Swim hours
Open 24 hours
Lifeguard
No lifeguard
Managed by
Local owners and volunteers

Getting there

Park near Lumbutts Road opposite the Shepherd's Rest Inn and follow the steep footpath uphill.

53.6979, -2.0794

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Know before you go

  • Do not dive.
  • Stay near the walls.
  • Follow marked paths.

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