Scar House Reservoir Claimed

Scar House Reservoir is the second of the three reservoirs in Upper Nidderdale, The others are Angram Reservoir and Gouthwaite Reservoir. Between them they attract around 150,000 visitors a year. The dam contains over one million tonnes of masonry and rises to 55 metres above the river an almost 600 metres long, completed in 1936. The dam height is 71 m (233 ft) and is fed almost exclusively from Angram reservoir, which in turn is fed predominantly from the flanks of Great Whernside.

There is a car park, WCs, 3 picnic areas, Wheelchair access and a seasonal café (Saturday and Sunday only).

Fishing is controlled by the Nidderdale Angling Club, Walking, Horse Riding, Mountain biking and Caving are available