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Chew Valley Lake
Reservoir
Rainy today
Chew Valley Lake (grid reference ST5659) is a reservoir in Chew Stoke, Chew Valley, Somerset, England. It is the sixth-largest artificial lake by area in the United Kingdom, with an area of 1,200 acres (4.9 km2), but only the forty-seventh largest by volume, reflecting the fact it is a shallow lake. The lake, created in the early 1950s, was opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1956.
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Weather at Chew Valley Lake
47°F, Light rain · H 49° / L 46° · 90% chance of rain3-day forecast
H: 49° L: 46°
Light rain
47°
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Feels like 44°
Precipitation
90%
Humidity
95%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
0.1
Weather notes:
🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
48°
3 AM
48°
6 AM
47°
9 AM
46°
12 PM
47°
3 PM
48°
6 PM
49°
9 PM
48°
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Chew Valley Lake?
- Chew Valley Lake is a reservoir in South West England.
- Can you swim at Chew Valley Lake?
- There is no fixed answer for Chew Valley Lake: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Chew Valley Lake in South West England. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
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Location & Contact
South West England
🏞️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Check for boat launch facilities and fees
- ›Obtain required fishing licenses before arrival
- ›Be aware of lake-specific regulations and restrictions
- ›Monitor water quality reports before swimming
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