[NT] Staunton Harold Reservoir. (21) [in explore] (Flickr Explore)

[NT] Staunton Harold Reservoir. Derbyshire. Jan 2024

 

Staunton Harold is a 163-acre countryside space, while the reservoir itself is 210 acres. At this hidden gem there's wildflower meadows, woodland habitat, industrial archaeology and nature reserves, along with spectacular views across open water.

 

Located in the heart of the National Forest on the Leicestershire-Derbyshire border, the 210 acre reservoir is managed in partnership by Severn Trent and The National Trust. The National Trust are running the sites day-to-day visitor site experience, land conservation and exciting projects. Severn Trent are continuing to manage the reservoir. It's a countryside space with wildflower meadows, woodland walks and open water.

 

The reservoir at Staunton Harold has played an important part in the water supply network since its creation in 1964. The flooding of the valley for the development of the reservoir included the largest of Calke Abbey’s six ponds. Today the reservoir contains a rich diversity of wildlife, while the Tower Windmill dominates the skyline.

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Selected for Flickr group 'in explore', by group admin David Kracht, on 19 Jan 2024. Thank you David.

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Congrats on Flickr Explore! 19 Jan 2024. Thank you :)

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