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Ogden Water was designated a Local Nature Reserve in 2003. The Estate comprises a 34 acre reservoir enclosed by woodland with open moor beyond. The heather uplands and peat moors form part of a Special Protection Area, that is of international importance for breeding birds.

At Ogden Reservoir there is a small information centre giving details of the various species seen. Well-marked walks run around the reservoir and through the adjacent woodland.

Over 250,000 people, (and increasing!), visit Ogden Water every year for walking, picnics, family outings and nature activities.

There are numerous woodland trails and waterside paths to explore, with stunning views extending across Calderdale.

Notable Sightings - 2003

7th January 2003 50 Reed Buntings.

25th November 2003 A presumed feral escapee Barnacle Goose was found on Ogden Water and stayed for the winter in the accompaniment of the local Canada Geese

Notable Sightings - 2004

3rd January 2004 Six Whooper Swans

Last year’s wintering Barnacle Goose stayed at Ogden Water into 2004, and was seen at other sites between there and Oxenhope throughout spring. It visited the reservoirs at Doe Park, Thornton Moor and Leeshaw, before being last seen at Cold Edge Dams on 9th June.

Notable Sightings - 2005

9th January 2005 34 Herring Gulls moving south-west over Causeway Foot.

24th April 2005 Three Goldeneye

Blackcap juveniles and adults seen together.

4th August 2005 A Kittiwake

7th September 2005 300 Swallows.

28th December 2005 15 Great Black-backed Gulls passed.