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Denton Reservoir

2 miles · circular Approx. 45 mins 3.6 miles from GranthamEasy

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Livestock may be grazing — keep dogs on a lead near animals and follow signs.

A short loop round the reservoir that feeds the Grantham Canal, reached through a wood from Casthorpe Road or by the permissive path from canal bridge 65 — a two-mile circuit popular with dog walkers and birdwatchers.

  • Livestock possible
  • Water

Quick facts

Distance
2 miles, circular
Time
45 mins
Terrain
Lakeside, Open countryside
Parking
Limited
Off-lead
Not known
Enclosure
Open
Livestock
Possible
Road exposure
Limited
Water
Reservoir
Mud
Moderate
Pushchair
In parts
Toilets
No
Dog bins
Not known
Café or pub
None listed
Entry
Free

The walk

From Casthorpe Road head north through the wood to the reservoir and follow the bank round; the Grantham Canal Society’s walk continues east along the towpath before returning. The reservoir was built to hold 60 million gallons for the canal and is a good place for waterfowl. Paths are earth and grass and hold water after rain.

Route on Grantham Canal Society

Conditions can change. Keep dogs under appropriate control, close gates, and follow local signage. This is a guide to where to go, not a navigation app.

Current conditions

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