Do's and don'ts at our reservoirs
We want you to have a great time at our reservoirs, but please respect our do's and don’ts, while you are there.
Think about your four legged friends
It is never safe to enter the water - for humans or dogs.
Do keep your dog on a lead at all times. This will keep your dog safe from potential danger and will help to protect the wildlife that live their too.
Do keep your dog away from the water at all times. Especially when there is blue-green algae present, which is harmful to animals if they come into contact with it.
Don’t get too close, or let your dog get too close to the water’s edge. The banks are slippery, it’s easy to slip into the water, but hard to get back out.
Help protect the wildlife and their habitats
Do use the bins provided or take any rubbish home with you. Wildlife can be hurt by getting stuck in or ingesting discarded litter. If you see some, please report it to a member of staff.
Do pick up after your dog. There are plenty of bins around the site for you to use.
Do keep your dog away from grazing livestock. Every year approximately two sheep are lost due to being attacked by dogs off their leads.
Don’t let your dog chase wildlife. Some of our sites are designated as National Landscapes, so we want to ensure the safety of all the wildlife and including nesting sites.
Keep yourself and others safe
Do learn the dangers of Cold Water Shock and what to do if you find yourself unexpectedly in the water.
Do call 999 or 112 and ask for the coastguard if you see someone struggling in the water.
Don’t swim in the water. Our reservoirs are operational sites, there is hidden machinery under the water creating strong currents.
Don’t enter the water to attempt to rescue someone. Contact the emergency services, and where possible, throw something buoyant to aid their safety until help arrives. Lifebuoys can be found around the edges of our reservoirs.
