About Clatworthy Reservoir
Situated on the edge of Exmoor National Park, the reservoir lies in the Brendon Hills, West Somerset. Undulating hills surround the 130 acres of water, which reaches depths of up to 96ft and is well stocked with high-quality trout.
Finding Clatworthy Reservoir
Clatworthy,
Somerset,
TA4 2EJ
What you can do at Clatworthy Reservoir
Fishing
The reservoir is stocked with rainbow and brown trout with fishing from a boat being a popular option for a lot of anglers.
Fish at Clatworthy Reservoir
Walking
Either walk around the reservoir’s entire five-mile perimeter while you take in the scenic views or stroll along its slightly shorter woodland trail.
Wildlife
Surrounded by steep bracken banks and ancient woodland, the reservoir is home to various wildflowers, bat and bird species, as well as more than 1,000 invertebrate species.
Safety
Follow our guidance to help ensure the safety of yourself, the people around you and wildlife when visiting our sites.
Staying safe at our sites
Site facilities
Fishing lodge
Collect your catch-return from our fishing lodge
Facilities for visitors with disabilities
Wheelchair-accessible toilets and boats
Picnic area
Take a break and enjoy the scenic views
Footpaths
Make your way along the reservoir's nature trails
Boats
These are only available for anglers
Wheelyboats
These are only available for disabled anglers
Toilets
Located at the picnic area
Car park
Located at the picnic area and at the fishing lodge
Opening hours
The reservoir’s opening hours are listed below. All visitors must leave the site before the advertised closing time.
The reservoir's fishing times are not the same. Please view Clatworthy Reservoir's fishing dates and times for more information.
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Month |
Opening times |
|---|---|
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January |
8am - 4pm |
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February |
8am - 4.30pm |
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March |
8am - 5.30pm |
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April |
8am - 6.30pm |
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May |
8am - 7.30pm |
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June - July |
8am - 8pm |
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August |
8am - 7pm |
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September |
8am - 6pm |
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October |
8am - 5.30pm |
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November |
8am - 4pm |
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December |
8am - 3.30pm |
More of Clatworthy Reservoir
Our rules
When you visit our sites please follow our rules.
- Stay out of the water
- No fires or BBQs
- No dogs (except assistance dogs)
- No cycling
- No littering
- Please keep to permitted areas
- Please use the toilets provided
- No horses
