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Lakes, Reservoirs & Riversides in Sheffield

Sheffield's reservoirs are made for a flat, easy walk rather than a splash. Rivelin Reservoir sits close to the centre, with a level circuit for walking, cycling or riding, free parking and toilets, though the water is strictly for looking at, not swimming. A longer trip out to Winscar Reservoir gets you a bigger loop on tarmac, good for a bike ride or a buggy, with free parking, toilets and picnic spots dotted round the edge. For a quick after-school or weekend stroll with the basics covered, Rivelin is the one to reach for. If you fancy making a day of it, pack a picnic and head to Winscar, where the loop is longer and there is more space to stop and eat by the water. Neither is a swimming spot, so treat both as walking and cycling days out rather than paddling ones, and toilets are on hand at each.

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