A serene lake reflecting a clear blue sky and scattered clouds, surrounded by bare trees and lush greenery, conveying a peaceful, natural setting.

About

This walk starts at Chellow Dene wetlands, which were first constructed in 2005. In 2024 improvements were made to create a new natural style floodplain to capture flood water, improve water quality and allow wetland species to grow. The walk then circles the Chellow Dene reservoirs, which were built in the mid-19th century to provide a stable water supply for the people of Bradford.

LENGTH: 5.7km (3.5 miles).
DURATION: 2:15 hr

TERRAIN: Easy, with two short climbs. Overall ascent 101m. OS map 288.

START: Entrance to Chellow Dene Wetlands at the bend in Ings Way (opposite the church), BD8 0LU. https://what3words.com/wages.outfit.rounds
PARKING: Park courteously in Ings Way.

BUS: Buses 607, 615 & 67 from Bradford to Olive Grove. Walk up Olive Grove and at the top cross over into Ings Way.

PLEASE BRING:

  • sensible walking shoes
  • water
  • snack
  • waterproofs and/sunhat depending on the weather

PARTICIPATION: under 18s and vulnerable adults must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

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Discover Bradford's Becks: Chellow Dene Beck and Reservoirs

Type:Guided Walk

Entrance to Chellow Dene Wetlands, Ings Way, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD8 0LU

Opening Times

Season (31 May 2025)
DayTimes
Saturday10:00 - 12:00
Season (13 Aug 2025)
DayTimes
Wednesday10:00 - 12:00

* Meet at 09:45

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