The Top 12 Lakes in Mendip Hills AONB
Looking to visit the best lakes in Mendip Hills AONB? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Mendip Hills AONB’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 6, 2025
Chew Valley Lake
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Lovely views over the lake, there's a nice 14k loop around it, if its windy it's quite hard going in some places. Blue Bowl pub has a lovely fire going in the winter, it's a life saver.
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Bird Watching at Chew Valley Lake
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Chew Valley Lake was created in the early 1950 s to provide drinking water to Bristol and the surrounding area. It also controls the flow rate of the River Chew. …
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View of Blagdon Lake from Blagdon Hill
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Steep hill with a nice view behind, a good challenge
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Chew Valley Lake Dam
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Chew Valley Lake is the 5th largest artificial lake in the UK. It was constructed in the 1950s to supply drinking water for Bristol and the nearby area.
There are …
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Rickford Chapel and Pond
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Rickford Chapel is a 19th century "Swiss style" Grade II listed Methodist chapel built in 1888 which sits on the edge of Rickford Pond.
Rickford Pond used to feed a …
Rickford Pond used to feed a …
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