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Combs Reservoir
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Combs Reservoir is a canal-feeder reservoir in the Peak District National Park, close to Combs village in Derbyshire. The town of Chapel-en-le-Frith lies about 1 kilometre (0.62 mi) east of the reservoir. Combs was built in 1797 as the first reservoir to feed the Peak Forest Canal (which opened in 1800) at Whaley Bridge.
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- Where is Combs Reservoir?
- Combs Reservoir is a reservoir in Yorkshire.
- Can you swim at Combs Reservoir?
- There is no fixed answer for Combs Reservoir: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Combs Reservoir in Yorkshire. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
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