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Wimbleball Dam

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Lakeside, Valley, Moorland

Walking, Photography, Wildlife Watching, Picnicking, Birdwatching

Year round

Photo: Adrian Boliston via Geograph.org.uk

Massive concrete diamond-headed buttresses rise fifty metres above the incised valleys of Somerset, holding back the waters of the River Haddeo to form a vast reservoir. Civil engineers constructed this imposing three-hundred-metre-long barrier to secure vital water supplies for the region, yet the ...

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Staycations nearby

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Staycations:

3 day, 1 overnight

Dulverton Hostel

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Wimbleball Dam?
Somerset contains this impressive structure, which blocks the watercourse in a deep valley area. Walkers can easily spot the massive concrete barrier while exploring the local network of public footpaths.

What type of place is Wimbleball Dam?
Wimbleball Dam is a concrete buttress dam and reservoir lake in Somerset.

When is the best time to visit Wimbleball Dam?
Any season offers a great experience here since the surrounding landscape changes beautifully throughout the year. Winter downpours make the hidden cascades roar, while summer days provide excellent conditions for lakeside walks.

What can you do at Wimbleball Dam?
People love trekking along the trails to hunt for secret cascades in the woods and photograph the contrast between engineering and nature. Birdwatching and wildlife watching fill the afternoon for many outdoor enthusiasts.

How long should I spend at Wimbleball Dam?
Allocating half a day lets you complete the main walking loops and enjoy a quiet picnic by the water. Serious hikers might spend longer exploring the wider valley pathways.

Where do I park at Wimbleball Dam?
Drivers have four spaces available nearby, offering three day and one overnight options. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Wimbleball Dam?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Wimbleball Dam, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Wimbleball Dam?
Dulverton Hostel provides an option to stay in the local area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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