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Cantref Reservoir

Reservoir

Cool today

Cantref Reservoir is the middle of the three reservoirs in the Taff Fawr valley in Wales. It was built by Cardiff Corporation Waterworks between 1886 and 1892, but since 1973 has been owned by Welsh Water. It is located in the Brecon Beacons National Park, mostly in the Powys unitary authority area and within the historic county boundaries of Breconshire.

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Weather at Cantref Reservoir

H: 71° L: 50°
Overcast
Overcast
51°
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Feels like 48°
Precipitation
7%
Humidity
74%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Clear
54°
3 AM
Overcast
51°
6 AM
Overcast
50°
9 AM
Overcast
56°
12 PM
Partly Cloudy
65°
3 PM
Partly Cloudy
71°
6 PM
Sunny
69°
9 PM
Overcast
63°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cantref Reservoir?
Cantref Reservoir is a reservoir in Wales.
Can you swim at Cantref Reservoir?
There is no fixed answer for Cantref Reservoir: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Cantref Reservoir in Wales. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.

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Wales

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