NOTICE OF CLOSURE - CHEDDAR RESERVOIR - 21st-26th of June

There will be no public access to Cheddar reservoir between Sunday 21st and Wednesday 24th of June.

NOTICE OF CLOSURE - CHEDDAR RESERVOIR - 21st-26th of June

UPDATE: CLOSURE LIFTS AT MIDNIGHT – 26/06/26 - CHEDDAR RESERVOIR

Cheddar reservoir will reopen at midnight tonight (Friday 26th of June), with both car parks accessible. We thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.

Please remember to stay hydrated during your visit, wear sunscreen, and avoid being in direct sun between 11am and 3pm where possible, as temperatures and humidity remain high.

 

We also ask all visitors to follow safety guidance when visiting our reservoirs.

SAFETY GUIDANCE

Swimming is not permitted in our reservoirs. They are dangerous environments, with hidden machinery and other hazards that pose a serious risk to life. Water temperatures rarely rise above 12°C, creating a high risk of cold water shock.

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