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More than a day out. 800 acres of open water, ancient woodland, and 13 miles of trails, a place to explore, return to, and fall in love with.
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The Reservoir
The South East's largest body of open water. 800 acres surrounded by ancient woodland, rolling hills, and 13 miles of shoreline.
800 acresSince 1975
Explore№ 02Nature & Wildlife
Woodland birds, dragonflies, bluebells, fungi forays. Alive year-round with something different to spot every season.
200+ fungi speciesRanger-led
Explore№ 03Walking & Trails
The 13-mile loop, or shorter routes for every pace. Through woodland, along the shore, across open meadow.
13 milesDog-friendly
Explore№ 04The Waterfront Café
Lunch overlooking the reservoir. Newly relaunched menu, heated terrace, seasonal specials worth coming back for.
Daily 8:30 – 4Walk-in only
Explore№ 05Friends of Bewl Water
A community of nature lovers, walkers, and reservoir regulars. Ranger-led seasonal stories and a reason to keep coming back.
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