About the site
Hawkridge Reservoir is a tranquil site on the edge of the Quantock Hills National Landscape.
Built in 1962, the reservoir is 32 acres and reaches depths of up to 70ft, holding up to 864 million litres of water.
This peaceful site offers opportunities for angling and walking. It is also the home of a Life for a Life memorial forest.
Things to do
Fishing
Despite its small size, Hawkridge Reservoir offers some of the best trout fishing in the West Country.
Fish at Hawkridge Reservoir
Exploring
Although the banks are only accessible to anglers, the site is surrounded by a network of public rights of way that provide wonderful views of the reservoir.
Site facilities
Fishing lodge
Collect your catch-return from our fishing lodge
Toilets
Available at the fishing lodge
Car park
Located at the fishing lodge and near the main entrance
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 Hawkridge Reservoir's fishing dates and times for more information.
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Month |
Opening times |
|---|---|
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January - February |
Closed |
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March |
8am - 6pm |
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April |
8am - 7pm |
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May |
8am - 8pm |
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June - July |
8am - 8.30pm |
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August |
8am - 7.30pm |
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September |
8am - 6.30pm |
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October |
8am - 6pm |
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November - December |
Closed |
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