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Chew Valley Lake – Chew Valley Lake dam loop from Chew Stoke

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Chew Valley Lake – Chew Valley Lake dam loop from Chew Stoke

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Chew Valley Lake – Chew Valley Lake dam loop from Chew Stoke

01:07

4.36km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Mendip Hills National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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723 m

Footpath to Woodford Lodge

Highlight • Cycleway

This is a new footpath that goes all the way to Woodford Lodge

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846 m

Chew Valley Lake

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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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1.02 km

View of Chew Valley Lake

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great view and ultra relaxing

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1.14 km

Ducks and geese at Chew Valley Lake

Highlight • Lake

1.29 km

Salt & Malt, Chew Valley Lake

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Chip shop with a picnic area overlooking the Chew Valley lakes. There are also public toilets an essential on long bike rides.

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2.14 km

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 …

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3.24 km

Chew Valley Lake dam

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

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.

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4.36 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.11 km

1.63 km

584 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.09 km

1.63 km

513 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 12 May

12°C

6°C

45 %

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Chew Valley Lake – Chew Valley Lake dam loop from Chew Stoke

Footpath to Woodford Lodge

Chew Valley Lake

View of Chew Valley Lake

Ducks and geese at Chew Valley Lake

Salt & Malt, Chew Valley Lake

Chew Valley Lake Picnic Area

Chew Valley Lake dam

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