Enjoy the atmosphere on our Damflask walk
The 47 hectare area of open water is popular for angling and water sports, including three active rowing clubs and the Viking Sailing Club. The perimeter of the reservoir is also great for walking, especially since enhancements to the 31/4 mile circular route were completed in 2015 following a £60,000 Yorkshire Water investment. Improvements included the widening of access points to facilitate wheelchair entry, tactile paving and information boards, and an accessible ramp down to the waterside for fishing.
Low Bradfield is a charming village where a visit to the reservoir can be completed with a drink at a café or public house.
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Need an easier walk?
Great news! This route follows well surfaced pathways, with short sections of pavements and roads. The route is mostly flat with gentle slopes but there are stretches which are a bit steeper. There are no steps, stiles or gates on this route. You can find our more by reading our walk guide.
Details
Location
Low Bradfield, north-west of Sheffield
Difficulty
1 out of 4
Route length
3.5 miles
Walking time
1.5 - 2 hours
Terrain & gradient
Mostly well surfaced paths, with short sections of pavements and roads. Mostly flat or gentle slopes but occasional stretches of steeper gradient greater than 1:10. There are no steps, stiles or gates on this route.
How to get there
By car
There is no car park at the reservoir, however, roadside parking is possible.
By public transport
There is a bus stop where Oaks Lane meets New Road, which is where this walking route starts (point 1).
Visitor information
To keep everyone happy and safe, please:
- follow government guidance
- don’t swim
- take your litter home
- stick to the path
- keep your dog on a lead
- clean up after your dog
- don’t light fires or BBQs.
Make a day of it
While you're here, why not try another walk?
| Walk | Distance | Difficulty | Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 miles | 3 out of 4 |
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| 2.5 miles | 2 out of 4 |
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More things to do near Sheffield
Whether you fancy a gentle stroll around a reservoir, a challenging hike, a bike ride with the family, a bit of pony trekking or an afternoon of fishing, there's plenty to do around Sheffield.
