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  • Experiences of a volunteer at South West Lakes

    Experiences of a volunteer at South West Lakes

    Madeleine is a Site Guardian at College and Argal Lakes, and is also completing a work experience placement with both South West Lakes and Cornwall Reptile and Amphibian Group (CRAG). Read an account of her experiences. Read more

  • Harvest Mice Tales

    Harvest Mice Tales

    Our ecologist discusses some successful harvest mice discoveries around the south west over the winter of 2020 - 21. Read more

  • Dormouse surveys September 2020

    Dormouse surveys September 2020

    Since my last blog on dormice in 2019, we have confirmed another site to have dormice present – this time at Wimbleball Lake on Exmoor. This new site comes with a lovely story. Read more

  • Introducing Nick Herbert - Senior Countryside Warden for Exmoor

    Introducing Nick Herbert - Senior Countryside Warden for Exmoor

    Arriving at Wimbleball Lake’s breathtaking shores by way of the stormy cliffs of Lundy Island, my name is Nick Herbert and I love what I do. Leading a team who share my passion for conservation, I look after the Exmoor reservoirs of Wimbleball and Wistlandpound with an ever changing array of long and short term projects. Read more

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Experiences of a volunteer at South West Lakes

Experiences of a volunteer at South West Lakes

Madeleine is a Site Guardian at College and Argal Lakes, and is also completing a work experience placement with both South West Lakes and Cornwall Reptile and Amphibian Group (CRAG). Read an account of her experiences. Read more

Posted to: Environment Team

Published: 26th February, 2021

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Harvest Mice Tales

Harvest Mice Tales

Our ecologist discusses some successful harvest mice discoveries around the south west over the winter of 2020 - 21. Read more

Posted to: Environment Team

Published: 16th February, 2021

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  • Countryside team blogs
Dormouse surveys September 2020

Dormouse surveys September 2020

Since my last blog on dormice in 2019, we have confirmed another site to have dormice present – this time at Wimbleball Lake on Exmoor. This new site comes with a lovely story. Read more

Posted to: Environment Team

Published: 29th September, 2020

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Introducing Nick Herbert - Senior Countryside Warden for Exmoor

Introducing Nick Herbert - Senior Countryside Warden for Exmoor

Arriving at Wimbleball Lake’s breathtaking shores by way of the stormy cliffs of Lundy Island, my name is Nick Herbert and I love what I do. Leading a team who share my passion for conservation, I look after the Exmoor reservoirs of Wimbleball and Wistlandpound with an ever changing array of long and short term projects. Read more

Posted to: Environment Team

Published: 1st April, 2020

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Harvest mouse survey training

Harvest mouse survey training

When you’re lucky enough to volunteer for SWLT, you have enviable access to some free training opportunities, one being the harvest mouse survey training in late February. On a cold and wet day, a room of volunteers from different sites across the Trust enjoyed the view over Roadford Lake while being taught by Sarah, from Devon Mammal Trust. Read more

Posted to: Environment Team

Published: 25th March, 2020

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Postgraduate Student Helping Combat Alien Invasions

Postgraduate Student Helping Combat Alien Invasions

Much of my role as Invasive Species Officer at South West Lakes Trust involves engaging with visitors to our lakes, volunteers, colleagues and fellow scientists, and finding ways to help control the spread and minimise the impacts of invasive species. Read more

Posted to: Environment Team

Published: 17th March, 2020

Updated: 1st July, 2020

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A summer full of dormice

A summer full of dormice

We have held two dormouse surveys this year at Roadford: one in May and another in September. We have been doing this since 2005 and each year it becomes more fascinating. Read more

Posted to: Environment Team

Published: 25th October, 2019

Author: Annabel Underwood

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A Perspective On Autumn

A Perspective On Autumn

For me, early autumn mornings are best. It’s a chance to feel the colder air, breathe in the damp mists, see the dew on spiders’ webs and witness seeds and fruits, full of harvested summer sun, slowly turn sweet and ripen, while above, house martins and swallows circle, gorging the last insects, before heading off to Africa. Read more

Posted to: Environment Team

Published: 24th September, 2019

Updated: 27th September, 2019

Author: Annabel Underwood

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Bryophytes at Dendles Wood

Bryophytes at Dendles Wood

As the last survey season for the Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) Project comes to an end, Ecologist Emma Scotney has lots of amazing findings from Devon and Cornwall to share over the next few months. Read more

Posted to: Environment Team

Published: 15th August, 2019

Author: Annabel Underwood

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  • Mobile Catering Licence Opportunity at Wistlandpound

    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

  • Vital biosecurity work is successful across the south west

    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.

  • Experiences of a volunteer at South West Lakes

    Experiences of a volunteer at South West Lakes

    Madeleine is a Site Guardian at College and Argal Lakes, and is also completing a work experience placement with both South West Lakes and Cornwall Reptile and Amphibian Group (CRAG). Read an account of her experiences.

  • Harvest Mice Tales

    Harvest Mice Tales

    Our ecologist discusses some successful harvest mice discoveries around the south west over the winter of 2020 - 21.

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  • Vote for your favourite photo competition entry

    Vote for your favourite photo competition entry

    It's time to have your say!

  • Tender Opportunity: Upper Tamar Lake Café

    Tender Opportunity: Upper Tamar Lake Café

    An exciting opportunity has arisen to operate the café at Upper Tamar Lake, situated within a short distance from the north coast of Cornwall and Devon.

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  • Kennick Reservoir

    Kennick Reservoir

    The jewel in the crown of fishing in the South West, this stunning 50 acre Dartmoor water offers fantastic views, a peaceful atmosphere and great fishing.

  • Roadford Lake, Devon

    Roadford Lake, Devon

    Roadford Lake sits within the stunning surroundings of the Wolf Valley, close to Launceston on the Cornwall border. One of the biggest and busiest inland waters in the South West, the lake is surrounded by a variety of natural habitats, including Culm Grasslands, woodlands, old pastures and orchards.

  • Lopwell Dam, Devon

    Lopwell Dam, Devon

    Lopwell Dam is a beautiful spot at any time of the year; the colours and views on display are simply breathtaking. Near Plymouth, the Local Nature Reserve is home to a varied range of wildlife, both in and out of the water. Delve into Lopwell’s long history (all the way back to the 13th century!), and learn about how this peaceful haven was once a busy river quay that served Plymouth and London, with a mineshaft used for mining lead and silver.

  • Wimbleball Lake, Exmoor

    Wimbleball Lake, Exmoor

    Wimbleball is a hub of colour and activity throughout all the seasons. Nestled within the rolling hills of Exmoor National Park, there are plenty of ways to get active at Wimbleball. With an array of walking and cycling trails winding around the 530 acre site, and a fantastic range of watersports and other activities available, this is the perfect location to spend a day outdoors – whether you are looking for a leisurely stroll or a challenging expedition.

  • Coronavirus update 25/2/2021

    Coronavirus update 25/2/2021

    Following the latest announcement from the government, we are excited to be welcoming more people back to our lakes from 29 March. We are awaiting guidance from national governing bodies with regards to particular activities, including watersports and overnight fishing - please bear with us whilst we await these details. In the meantime, the lakes will continue to stay open for our local communities to exercise.

  • SW Lakes Weekly Trout Fishery Round Up - W/E 21 February 2021

    SW Lakes Weekly Trout Fishery Round Up - W/E 21 February 2021

    Our first full week of fishing has passed at Kennick and Siblyback. The fishing was mixed last week as many anglers battled with the constant wind and rain! The forecast this week is looking really nice – I expect the fishing to match the weather!

  • SW Lakes Weekly Trout Fishery Round Up - W/E 14 February 2021

    SW Lakes Weekly Trout Fishery Round Up - W/E 14 February 2021

    We opened Siblyback and Kennick on Friday 12 for season permit holders and it was great to see some hardy anglers braving the conditions! The forecast for this week ahead is looking very good for fishing and we stocked a lot of fish into both the lakes so expect some cracking sport.

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