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Chard Reservoir
Reservoir
Cool today
Editor's Notes
Chard Reservoir is a 36.97-hectare (91.4-acre) reservoir north east of Chard, Somerset, England. It is owned and managed by Somerset Council and is a recipient of the Green Flag Award.
It was built on the river Isle in 1842 to provide water for the Chard Canal.
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Weather at Chard Reservoir
H: 69° L: 53°
Cloudy
56°
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Feels like 53°
Precipitation
47%
Humidity
88%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
55°
3 AM
55°
6 AM
53°
9 AM
62°
12 PM
64°
3 PM
69°
6 PM
67°
9 PM
59°
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- Where is Chard Reservoir?
- Chard Reservoir is a reservoir in South West England.
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- There is no fixed answer for Chard Reservoir: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Chard Reservoir in South West England. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
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South West England
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