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South West Lakes Trust

Find out more about the lakes in the south west, support our work or plan a visit. #ItsYourOutdoors, come and explore.

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Become a Friend of South West Lakes Trust

Become a Friend of South West Lakes Trust to support our work caring for the lakes you love, and receive free car parking at all of our lakes for a year. #ItsYourOutdoors, come and explore.

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Visit the Lakes

Venture around the beautiful lakes of the south west by foot, bike and paw; explore miles of footpaths and trails, whilst taking a moment to appreciate the peaceful beauty of water, woodland and forestry. #ItsYourOutdoors, come and explore.

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Our Impact in 2024

2.1million

 visits to the lakes

4,940

 volunteer days generously given

149,000

 people got on the water and went fishing 

6,144

 trees planted across the region

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Latest news

  • Dartmoor catering opportunities at South West Lakes Trust

    South West Lakes Trust is looking for mobile caterers to operate exclusive concessions at two of Dartmoor's most scenic trading spots, Fernworthy Reservoir near Chagford and Trenchford Reservoir near Newton Abbot. Read more

  • Fun for all the family at lake’s countryside fair

    Join South West Lakes Trust for a day of fun and entertainment for the whole family in the beautiful surroundings of Wimbleball Lake on Exmoor this spring. Read more

  • Family fun at South West Fly Fair 2026

    The South West Fly Fair returns to Roadford Lake on Sunday 22 February. Promising to be a fun and informative family day out with plenty of activities for all ages, this is a firm favourite in the region's fly-fishing calendar. Read more

Upcoming events

  • Siblyback Lake Community Fair

    Join South West Lakes Trust on Sunday 14 June for a community event to discover everything Siblyback Lake and the surrounding area has to offer, including entertainment for the whole family amongst the beautiful surroundings of Siblyback Lake. Read more

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    Location: Siblyback Lake, Common Moor, Liskeard, PL14 6ER

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  • Roadford Lake Summer Fair

    Join us on Sunday 5 July for the Roadford Lake Summer Fair featuring crafts, live music, watersports, games and more. This free event promises to be a day of fun entertainment and connection with nature for visitors of all ages. Read more