Gaddings Dam
Fee required
Gaddings Dam is an 1833 earth embankment dam on the moors between Todmorden and Walsden, featuring England's highest sandy beach, popular for wild swimming and rewarding hikes.

πŸ“œ 1833 earth embankment dam, rescued and maintained by a local preservation group.
πŸ–οΈ Home to England's highest sandy beach.

Why Go

🌊 Discover England's highest beach.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Enjoy a rewarding hike with panoramic views.
πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ Experience wild swimming in refreshing waters.
πŸ„ Encounter friendly free-roaming cows.

Why Avoid

⛰️ Steep, rough, uneven hike, unsuitable for strollers/wheelchairs.
🌬️ Exposed and often windy, prepare for rapidly changing weather.
πŸš— Very limited and challenging parking.

Tips

πŸ₯Ύ Wear sturdy hiking boots and water shoes.
🧴 Bring sunblock, picnic, and drinks; no facilities or shade.
🚫 Avoid private roads and pub car parks for access.

Cost

πŸ’° Entrance fee applies, donations welcome.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

πŸ…ΏοΈ Limited parking on Lumbutts Road.
🚫 Do not use Shepherd's Rest pub car park or park west of it.

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