Reservoir-edge parking (daylight only).
A parking area managed by South Somerset District Council offering 50 gravel bays (including two accessible) beside Chard Reservoir. Open dawndusk; PayByPhone only. No lighting or toiletsdaylight use recommended. CCTV at entrance; ranger patrols on weekends. Direct access to reservoir fishing platforms, sailing club and walking trails through wetland habitats. Picnic tables and bird-hide information panels provided.