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Weston Turville Reservoir

Buckinghamshire  >  United Kingdom

Weston Turville Reservoir is situated between Weston Turville village and Wendover.

Added* by Baz Willmott
Most recent update 7 decembar 2020

Description

The Weston Turville reservoir was constructed in 1795 to supply water to the nearby Wendover arm of the Grand Union Canal. There is a good sized reedbed and open water with woodland and farmland surrounds.

Details

Access

From nearby Wendover take the B4009 towards Aylesbury, turn right at the Marquis of Grandby Public House, the site is 3/4 mile further on World's End Road. Near the reservoir is a large pull in.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Wetland , Lake , Agriculture , Reedbeds , Grassland , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Flat , Wet

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring , Autumn migration , Spring migration

Route

Paved road , Wide path , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

This reservoir is best avoided at WEEKENDS due to sailing club activities. BE AWARE that part of this circular walk is along minor roads. The circular walk is 2 km.

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