Built in 1955 Sutton Bingham reservoir is managed by Wessex Water. It's a popular fishing and walking destination and a pretty spot for a stop off while riding around central Dorset.
There is a public toilet and bike racks in the car park.

Kenny

August 29, 2023

Hiking

Set in the rolling hills of the Somerset and Dorset border. There are lots of pretty wildflowers and great views across the lovely blue waters, which attract a wide variety of butterflies such as Small Skipper and Marble White.

Tom_TGS

June 4, 2018

Road cycling

A mix of asphalt and loose gravel roads with rolling hills lead to this POI. A little further on heading to Coker there is a small village cafe to have a pit stop.

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A loop of the central Dorset from Dorchester

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This difficult 58.5-mile road cycling loop from Dorchester offers experienced riders a significant challenge through central Dorset.

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Cerne Abbas Giant – Sutton Bingham Reservoir loop from Upwey

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860m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Helyar Almshouses – Sutton Bingham Reservoir loop from Huish Park

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Location: Closworth, South Somerset, Somerset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Sutton Bingham Reservoir

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A loop of the central Dorset from Dorchester

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Cerne Abbas Giant – Sutton Bingham Reservoir loop from Upwey

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Helyar Almshouses – Sutton Bingham Reservoir loop from Huish Park

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