Free coarse fishing day at Upper Tamar Lake

As part of National Fishing Month, we're hosting a free family-friendly event at Upper Tamar Lake on Friday 12 August. If you're a complete novice, find out why coarse fishing has so many people hooked, with plenty on offer for the experienced angler as well! Read more
Go wild at Stithians Lake this summer

Join us at Stithians Lake this summer and try something new at a wild-themed family activity day or on the water. Read more
Start of summer successes at the lakes

Our team and volunteers at South West Lakes have recently been busy with conservation work, including species surveys, producing sustainable charcoal and controlling the spread of invasive and non-native species. Read more
Mobile catering opportunity at Dartmoor lake

We're offering an exciting opportunity to operate a mobile catering concession at Trenchford Reservoir, near Bovey Tracey. Read more

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Free coarse fishing day at Upper Tamar Lake

As part of National Fishing Month, we're hosting a free family-friendly event at Upper Tamar Lake on Friday 12 August. If you're a complete novice, find out why coarse fishing has so many people hooked, with plenty on offer for the experienced angler as well! Read more

Go wild at Stithians Lake this summer

Join us at Stithians Lake this summer and try something new at a wild-themed family activity day or on the water. Read more

Start of summer successes at the lakes

Our team and volunteers at South West Lakes have recently been busy with conservation work, including species surveys, producing sustainable charcoal and controlling the spread of invasive and non-native species. Read more

Mobile catering opportunity at Dartmoor lake

We're offering an exciting opportunity to operate a mobile catering concession at Trenchford Reservoir, near Bovey Tracey. Read more

Fantastic new play area at Roadford Lake is now open

The fantastic new Play and Explore facility replaces Roadford’s old and outdated play area, which was built in 2005, and focuses on playing and exploring in the natural environment. Read more

Fun for all the family at South West Fly Fair

The South West Fly Fair makes a welcome return on Sunday 6 March after the 2021 event was cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Read more

Become a conservation champion in 2022

We're appealing for volunteers to help support our important conservation work in North Devon. Read more

Water and wildlife benefit from tree planting in Cornwall

Green-fingered volunteers and staff from Cornwall Wildlife Trust and South West Lakes have planted more than 500 trees to benefit water and wildlife in Cornwall. Read more

We're recruiting passionate youngsters to make a difference

Three young people with a passion for nature and the outdoors are being recruited to work in Cornwall and Devon as part of a Government-funded boost for green jobs and nature recovery. Read more

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Make the most of your visit to the lakes

There’s no need to spend a lot to have fun, so we've come up with some exciting days out at our lakes! Why not visit one of our play areas, picnic spots or print off our wildlife sheets and go on a wildlife adventure!
Brilliant Burrator Bats

Join our ecologist at Burrator Discovery Centre from 5pm to 9pm on Sunday 28th August for a talk about UK bats, their ecology, conservation and our long-standing monitoring scheme at Burrator Reservoir.
Fang-tastic Fun at Burrator

Join us for a bat-themed bonanza at Burrator Discovery Centre from 1pm to 4pm on Sunday 28th August that will get you batty about bats!
Connecting Communities – reflections from the trainees

A few reflections from our Connecting Communities, Environment and Engagement ranger trainees Ethan, Laura Jenkin and Chamonix Newsam.

Equipment Hire

Experience the ultimate family adventure by exploring the lakes at your own pace. We have a variety of watersports equipment available to hire including; kayaks, canoes, stand up paddleboards and more.
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.
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Self-launch and Launch Membership

Already have your own kit? You can launch your own kayak, canoe, dingy or stand up paddleboard at our lakes! And, if you are a regular visitor, you can even become a member and launch as often as you like at all five activity centres!
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.
Wimbleball Campsite

Experience a family camping holiday like no other at Wimbleball Lake, nestled in the hills of Exmoor National Park. Create the ultimate camping break packed with adventure, creating lasting memories for the whole family.
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Siblyback, Cornwall

Surrounded by the striking backdrop of Bodmin Moor, Siblyback Lake lies within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). There is a beautiful 5km round lake circuit, which is perfect for pushchairs, wheelchairs and bicycles. The path runs adjacent to the lake, and passes by the impressive Siblyback Dam and through woodlands.
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