The fifth-largest man-made lake in the UK, Chew Valley Lake is a vast reservoir providing drinking water for Bristol and the surrounding area. The lake, opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1956, covers an area of 1,200 acres (4.9 km2).

Thanks to the indigenous and migrant birds that flock to the lake throughout the year, the lake is a national centre for birdwatching.

Adam

April 4, 2021

Road cycling

Beautiful lake in The Mendips AONB. There’s usually an ice cream van parked up in the lay-by during peak times.

Jack Longley

August 31, 2021

Cycling

Views over the lake. Usually an ice cream van in the lay-by too.

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Elevation 110 m

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Wednesday 25 March

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4 %

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Max wind speed: 23.0 km/h

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Location: Chew Stoke, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Priddy Nine Barrows

View of Chew Valley from Wells Road

View of Chew Valley Lake

Pill Path and View of Clifton Suspension Bridge

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Chew Valley Lake

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