Haweswater is largely man made and was first used in 1941. Under the dam at the northern end are 'Giant's Graves' and dotted around the western shore are standing stones, cairns, tumuli and the site of an old fort.

Not far off the road to Shap are the lovely ruins of Shap Abbey . Shap, Bampton and Bampton Grange all provide food and drink, or you could take a picnic.

Walks:

You can walk round the whole reservoir. Most of the interesting features are on the western side but easier walking is available on the road that runs the eastern length, and which is joined by the Old Corpse Road. At the end of the road is a footpath into the fells and up to the ancient Roman Road of High Street. There are many other interesting and rewarding walks in the area for all levels of ability.