Cheddar Reservoir Closed Due to Extreme Heat Warning Friday, June 19, 2026 cheddar reservoir heatwave closure safety bristolwater metoffice ukhsa temperature emergencyservices Cheddar Reservoir will be closed to the public from June 21 to June 24 as a precaution against the upcoming extreme heat. Bristol Water announced the closure, citing the lack of shade along the reservoir’s paths and the risks … Read More
Cheddar Reservoir Closed Amid Extreme Heat Warning Friday, June 19, 2026 cheddar reservoir heatwave closure safety bristolwater metoffice ukhsa temperature emergencyservices Cheddar Reservoir will be closed to the public from June 21 to June 24 due to a forecast of extreme heat. Bristol Water announced the closure as a precautionary measure to keep visitors safe during a period expected to bring … Read More
Baby Swan Rescued from Reservoir in Dramatic Rescue Tuesday, November 25, 2025 rescue swan cygnet reservoir firecrew waterrescue somerset chewmagna wildlife avon In a dramatic rescue reminiscent of a scene from Hot Fuzz, firefighters sprang into action to save a baby swan trapped in a reservoir in Somerset. Crews from Chew Magna and Bedminster were called to assist a cygnet stuck in … Read More
Community-Centered Reservoir Overhaul Wins Top Regional Engineering Award Saturday, November 15, 2025 reservoir flooding community collaboration engineering conservation sustainability infrastructure innovation engagement The Gooseum Rhyne Reservoir project near Bristol has been honoured with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) South West 2025 Project Award for Collaboration, recognising exceptional teamwork and community engagement. … Read More
Record-Breaking Summer Drives Urgent Plans for New Somerset Reservoir Tuesday, September 16, 2025 somerset drought cheddar water reservoir climate environment consultation infrastructure conservation Somerset is grappling with the hottest summer on record, a situation that has significantly lowered water levels in local reservoirs and intensified concerns about future water security. The Met Office has announced that the … Read More
'Vulnerable' Residents Receive Bottled Water Amid Cheddar Treatment Works Concerns Sunday, September 14, 2025 bristolwater cheddar bottledwater vulnerable watersupply northsomerset reservoir priorityservices watersafety customersupport Bristol Water has initiated deliveries of bottled water to some of its most vulnerable customers in North Somerset following an issue at the Cheddar treatment works. These precautionary measures are targeting Category 1 and 2 … Read More