We believe engaging with the natural environment enables people to grow

Become a Friend of South West Lakes

Support our work and make the most of your visits to the lakes by becoming a Friend of South West Lakes.

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Author: Lisa Tame

Why volunteer?

Volunteering can bring a sense of belonging and open up a whole new world. Whilst benefiting from being outdoors, you can also help the environment and encourage and support people through activities and learning opportunities.

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Have you fallen in love with a lake?

Find out more about the lakes in the south west, plan a visit or support our work

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Our Impact in 2020

1,370 

 people enjoyed our nature activities & events 

2,000 

 volunteer hours generously given

60,000

 people got on the water and went fishing 

200 

 young people benefitted from our NCS programme

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Latest news

  • Wonderful water and wildlife: families enjoy a day of outdoor activities at the lakes

    We recently held two Family Activity Days at Burrator Reservoir and Longham Lakes: a first for Longham, and the first for Burrator since February 2020! Read more

  • Mobile Catering Licence Opportunity at Wistlandpound

    Looking to serve a brew with a view? Fancy selling cake by a lake? What about a cream tea to die for on the hills of Exmoor? We have a perfect spot on the banks of Wistlandpound Reservoir for a mobile catering licence to set up this year Read more

  • Vital biosecurity work is successful across the south west

    South West Lakes and South West Water have recently been awarded an accreditation for excellence in biosecurity at many of their lakes through the AQUA (Aquatic Quality Award) Biosecurity Accreditation Pilot Scheme. Part of the EU LIFE funded RAPID (Reducing and Preventing INNS Dispersal) LIFE project, AQUA is designed to help prevent the spread of invasive non-native species. Read more

Upcoming events

  • The Aliens Are Coming! Alien Defender Trail at Siblyback Lake

    Our Environment and Engagement Team are calling for all young Alien Defenders to help them by taking part in their Alien Defender Trail at Siblyback Lake Read more