A very narrow road to Chew Reservoir in Greater Manchester

Chew Reservoir is a reservoir at an elevation of 488m (1,600ft) above sea level, located in the Metropolitan Borough of Oldham in Greater Manchester, England. It was the highest constructed in England right up until 1971.

Chew Reservoir

When was Chew Reservoir built?

Located at the head of the Chew Valley, the reservoir was completed in 1912. The drive offers great views over Saddleworth Moor.

Is the road to Chew Reservoir open?

The road to the reservoir is mostly paved, with a few gravel parts on its way to the summit, but narrow in parts. It’s called Chew Road. The road is closed to private vehicles, and there’s a parking lot right at Dovestone Reservoir.

How long is the road to Chew Reservoir?

The road to the summit is pretty steep. Starting from A635 Road (on Greenfield), the ascent is 4.34km (2.7 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 277 meters. The average percentage is 6.38%.
Pic: Stuart Allsopp

 

 

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