Is Thirlmere a Reservoir?

Thirlmere is a reservoir in the Borough of Allerdale in Cumbria and the English Lake District. The Helvellyn ridge lies to the east of Thirlmere. To the west of Thirlmere are a number of fells; for instance, Armboth Fell and Raven Crag both of which give views of the lake and of Helvellyn beyond.

Where does Thirlmere supply water to?

The Thirlmere reservoir and aqueduct have supplied water to Manchester for over 120 years. The project played a large part in the continuing urbanisation of Manchester in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Is Thirlmere a ribbon lake?

Thirlmere is a ribbon lake in Cumberland, one of the larger of the beauteous waters of the Lake District. ... The water passes out of the lake through the Thirlmere Aqueduct; a tunnel 96 miles long which still provides water to the Manchester area.