The Top 15 Lakes around Blagdon
Looking to visit the best lakes around Blagdon? 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 Blagdon’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 10, 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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Cheddar Reservoir
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A protected conservation site for wildlife managed by Bristol Water. Dating from the 1930s, Cheddar Reservoir has a capacity of 135 million gallons. The reservoir is supplied with water taken …
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Knowle Hill
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From the summit of Knowle Hill, you get lovely views over Chew Lake and the rolling Mendip Hills AONB. There's a bench on the summit, perfectly placed so you can enjoy the view.
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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 …
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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Chew Valley Lake Picnic Area
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Chew Valley Lake was created in the early 1950s to provide drinking water to Bristol and the surrounding area. It also controls the flow rate of the River Chew.
This …
This …
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Litton Reservoirs
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The lower and upper Litton reservoirs were built in the 1850 s by the Bristol Waterworks Company.
Today it's a peaceful place for a walk. Watch out for the wide variety of insects and birds who live here.
Today it's a peaceful place for a walk. Watch out for the wide variety of insects and birds who live here.
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Barrow Gurney Reservoirs
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A collection of three reservoirs, the Barrow Gurney Resevoirs provide drinking water to the Bristol area. Opened in 1852, the reservoirs are filled by several springs and any outfall flows …
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Salt & Malt, Chew Valley Lake
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Nice views over Chew Valley lake as you have a cup of tea or fish and chips!
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