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Belmont Reservoir

Reservoir

Cool today

Belmont Reservoir is a reservoir north of the small moorland village of Belmont, Lancashire, England, fed by the Belmont Brook. It was built in 1826 by the Bolton Waterworks to supply water to the rapidly expanding town of Bolton. Belmont was once a thriving industrial centre for stone quarrying and printing.

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Weather at Belmont Reservoir

H: 67° L: 52°
Sunny
Sunny
59°
|
Feels like 55°
Precipitation
4%
Humidity
62%
Wind
6 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Clear
55°
3 AM
Clear
55°
6 AM
Clear
53°
9 AM
Sunny
56°
12 PM
Sunny
63°
3 PM
Sunny
67°
6 PM
Sunny
65°
9 PM
Clear
60°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Belmont Reservoir?
Belmont Reservoir is a reservoir in North West England.
Can you swim at Belmont Reservoir?
There is no fixed answer for Belmont Reservoir: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Belmont Reservoir in North West England. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.

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Location & Contact

North West England

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