East Warwick Reservoir facts for kids
Quick facts for kids East Warwick Reservoir |
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 East Warwick Reservoir
Location in Greater London
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| Location | London Borough of Waltham Forest |
| Coordinates | 51°34′50″N 0°03′22″W / 51.580457°N 0.056176°W |
| Type | reservoir |
| Basin countries | United Kingdom |
| Max. depth | 5.8 m (19 ft) |
| Water volume | 0.96 Gl (0.21×109 imp gal) |
East Warwick Reservoir is a large lake in London, specifically in the London Borough of Waltham Forest near Walthamstow. It's a very important place because it holds a lot of water that becomes drinking water for people living in London. This reservoir is part of a bigger group of reservoirs called the Lee Valley Reservoir Chain, and it's managed by a company called Thames Water.
Building the Reservoir
This reservoir was built a long time ago, in the middle of the 1800s. It was created on marshland, which is a type of wet, grassy land. The company that built it was called the East London Waterworks Company. They built it to help supply water to the growing city of London.
Nature and Wildlife
East Warwick Reservoir is a special place for nature. It's part of the Walthamstow Wetlands, which is recognized as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. This means it's a very important area for wildlife and plants. Many different kinds of birds love this reservoir. One bird that particularly likes to visit is the tufted duck.
Fun Activities
The reservoir is a popular spot for people who enjoy nature and outdoor activities.
- Many birdwatchers come here to see different types of birds.
- Naturalists also visit to study the plants and animals.
- People who like to fish, called anglers, enjoy fishing for trout in the water.
If you want to visit for these activities, you usually need a special permit.
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