Chew Valley Lake was created in the early 1950s to provide drinking water to Bristol and the surrounding area. It also controls the flow rate of the River Chew.

This picnic area is a nice place to start a walk or stop for a lunch break. The views are lovely and it's easily accessible.

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Chew Valley Lake Picnic Area – Lakeside Trail at Mendip Hills loop from Chew Magna

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Elevation 60 m

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Tuesday 5 May

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7°C

32 %

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Location: Chew Magna, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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