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Rosebush Reservoir

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Moorland, Lakeside, Farmland

Fishing

Spring to Autumn

Photo: Trevor Harris via Geograph.org.uk

Rosebush Reservoir is a hill reservoir set in moorland below the old slate quarries of the Preseli hills, just north of the village of Rosebush in Pembrokeshire. Built in the late nineteenth century, it still supplies water to part of the county and is stocked as a brown-trout fishery. Around it are...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

2

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

2 day, 3 overnight

Herons Log Cabin, The Yurt @ Penbanc Pasture

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Rosebush Reservoir?
Pembrokeshire holds this isolated mountain basin on its wild southern slopes. Walkers find the water tucked away in the rugged hills near an old slate mining settlement.

What type of place is Rosebush Reservoir?
Rosebush Reservoir is a deep upland lake in Pembrokeshire.

When is the best time to visit Rosebush Reservoir?
Spring through to autumn brings the most reliable weather for a proper trip out to the water. Early autumn works beautifully if you want to see the changing light and avoid any remaining summer crowds.

What can you do at Rosebush Reservoir?
Anglers regularly catch wild brown trout here by hiring small wooden boats to fish the deep waters. Sturdy walking boots allow you to safely explore the rough moorland tracks surrounding the entire perimeter.

How long should I spend at Rosebush Reservoir?
Spending a couple of hours gives you ample time to walk the perimeter and enjoy the bleak wilderness. Keen fishermen will want to allocate a full day out on the lake to properly target the fish.

Where do I park at Rosebush Reservoir?
Drivers find five total spaces nearby, providing two day and three overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Rosebush Reservoir?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Rosebush Reservoir, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Rosebush Reservoir?
Herons Log Cabin and The Yurt @ Penbanc Pasture offer two options to book nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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