Southern shore parking for serene reservoir access
A Wessex Water-operated car park providing 80 tarmac spaces on the reservoirs quieter southern shore. Facilities include picnic tables, seasonal toilets, and a dedicated kayak launch area. Pay-and-display machines accept cash, card and smartphone payments. The site is lit overnight and monitored by CCTV. Accessible trails lead to wildlife hides overlooking reed beds and open water. The southern car park offers a more tranquil base for fishing, birdwatching and family picnics compared with the busier north side.