Eccup Reservoir, Leeds

Name: Eccup Reservoir
Address: Leeds, United Kingdom

#112 among attractions in Leeds

Nature, Natural attraction, Lake

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Eccup Reservoir is a reservoir in Alwoodley, a suburb of Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, near the village of Eccup. It was first constructed in 1843, and expanded to its present size in 1897. The open water area is 91 hectares, making it largest area of water in West Yorkshire. It receives water from several smaller reservoirs and from the River Ouse. The reservoir is owned by Yorkshire Water. ()

Elevation: 394 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 53°52'15"N, 1°32'44"W

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North LeedsLeeds United Kingdom

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Eccup Reservoir – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Harewood House, Tropical World, Roundhay Park, Leeds Country Way.

1.9 miN
Art-filled country house and bird garden
Harewood House, Leeds
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Aquarium, Nature and wildlife, Zoo
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Green space with lakes and playgrounds
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1.9 miW
Hiking, Hiking trail
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Park
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Church, Gothic architecture
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2.1 miW
Park
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2.8 miNE
Forts and castles
Harewood Castle, Leeds
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1.8 miSW
Church
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53°52'12"N • 1°28'49"W
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Synagogue
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