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The concrete outlet tower serves as the central control point for the reservoir's water supply. Connected by a bridge to the main dam, the tower houses sluice gates and valves that regulate the flow and distribution of water to the River Chew and the local water supply.

Great stretch of road, I know I am nearly at Bristol, or just getting started. Either way I cannot help but stop and enjoy the view, just stunning.

Don't let anyone stop you from swimming!

Lovely but horrible road surface

Black Down is the highest hill in the Mendips with Beacon Batch the highest spot point at 1,066 feet (325 m). There are a good set of bridleways in the area, many with gravelly surfaces suitable for gravel or touring bikes. The summit ridge path is particularly good, with amazing views of the Mendips and north towards Bristol.

About the patronage of this church: Saint ANDREW is one of the twelve apostles that Jesus Christ called to follow him. However, in the biblical accounts he is usually somewhat overshadowed by his much more famous brother: Saint Peter. In the Gospels we find the calling of the two siblings presented in different ways. According to the text of the Gospel of John (John 1:40-42), Andrew is called first (together with another disciple whose name is not mentioned). Later he tells his brother that he has found the Messiah. The feast of Saint Andrew in the calendar of saints is on November 30th in all major Christian denominations. The X-shaped white "St. Andrew's Cross" on which he was executed forms the national flag of Scotland against a blue background and has also found its way into the national flag of the United Kingdom of Great Britain.

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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 brilliant views of the lake and surrounding countryside as you pass along the dam.

Chew Valley Lake formed by the construction of this dam on the River Chew in the 1950's. Built to provide drinking water for Bristol.

Watch out for the massive roots halfway up.

An excellent country pub serving great food and well-kept beer, really worth a stop. Very walker/runner friendly and situated at the midpoint of a great Ebbor Gorge loop. It's also on the Mendip Way and the Butcombe trail.

Beautiful scenery and smooth enough road surface

The gate is at the north east corner. Don't go down the back of it through the weird gravel car park and down the lane, over the fence into the stingers like we did.

This is a beautiful and tranquil place to enjoy the outdoors. It is a great place to relax and unwind, or to get some exercise. The lake is also a great place to learn about wildlife and nature. The Lake is a beautiful reservoir and the fifth-largest artificial lake in the UK, with an area of 1,200 acres (4.9 km2). The lake was created in the early 1950s and was opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1956. It provides much of the drinking water for the city of Bristol and surrounding area, taking its supply from the Mendip Hills. Some of the lake water is used to maintain the flow.

An excellent country pub serving great food and well-kept beer, really worth a stop. Very walker friendly and situated at the midpoint of an Ebbor Gorge walk loop. Open 12:00 - 23:00 Mon to Sat & 12:00 - 22:00 on Sunday. Food served from 12:00 - 14:00 & 17:00 - 20:00 Mon to Fri. 12:00 - 20:00 on Sat & 12:00 - 19:00 on Sundays.

This appears to be a road on the map but it is not! The road goes down the beautifully named Velvet Bottom to Blackmore Reserve Car Park but then swiftly turns into a gravel track and then becomes a track more suitable for MTBs. Komoot took me this way as part of a ride planned using the Bike Tour profile. I was on a gravel bike and my friend was on her road bike. We decided it wasn't passable for us on that particular day (wet and windy), turned around and cycled back up the hill to the 'main road'. You might have more suitable bikes, be braver or have better weather. Not a 'Bike Tour' route for me though.

Chew Valley Lake formed by the construction of this dam on the River Chew in the 1950's. Built to provide drinking water for Bristol.

While the hill through Stowey is definitely easier, this way is much quieter, and it's really not the worst hill I've ever done. Starts off gradual through the village before a sign for "Top Sutton" indicates the climb beginning in earnest. Two pretty steep sections with breaks in the middle, followed by a false summit. Don't be fooled, the climb isn't over until you reach the junction.

Standing in the centre of Priddy village green, this thatched stack of hurdles holds an important place in the history of the village. Local saying has it that if the hurdles did not remain in place from one sheep fair until the next, the lord of the manor could refuse the villagers' right to hold the annual fair, an event that has taken place since 1348.

A truly magnificent Cathedral and a great place to stop for a break. There are benches and a large green in front of the Cathedral. There are also some very pretty surrounding buildings, especially in Vicar's Close.

A stunning pice of architecture... Pensford is also a lovely village.