Royston Water

Settlement in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Royston Water

Buckland St Mary : Countryside Scenery Looking across to Fyfett.
Buckland St Mary : Countryside Scenery Credit: Lewis Clarke

Royston Water is a serene and picturesque reservoir located in Somerset, England. Nestled amidst the rolling hills and verdant landscapes, this man-made water body offers a tranquil escape for visitors seeking solace in nature.

Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, Royston Water was originally created in the mid-19th century to serve as a reservoir for the nearby town of Royston. It was built by damming a stream flowing through the valley, resulting in the formation of a stunning lake. Over the years, it has evolved into a popular recreational spot for locals and tourists alike.

The reservoir is renowned for its crystal-clear waters, which reflect the surrounding trees and sky, creating a mesmerizing sight. The calm and serene ambiance of Royston Water makes it an ideal location for various outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. Anglers flock to the lake to try their luck at catching a variety of fish species, including perch, pike, and carp.

The reservoir is also home to a diverse array of wildlife, attracting birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. A stroll along the water's edge offers glimpses of graceful swans, ducks, and other water birds, while the surrounding woodlands provide shelter to numerous species of woodland creatures.

Royston Water is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities and well-maintained footpaths for visitors to explore the area. Whether it's enjoying a peaceful day of fishing, capturing the natural beauty through photography, or simply unwinding amidst the serene surroundings, Royston Water offers a tranquil oasis for anyone seeking respite from the bustle of everyday life.

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Royston Water Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.910961/-3.098775 or Grid Reference ST2212. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Buckland St Mary : Countryside Scenery Looking across to Fyfett.
Buckland St Mary : Countryside Scenery
Looking across to Fyfett.
Otterford : Grassy Field A grassy field with a right of way through it.
Otterford : Grassy Field
A grassy field with a right of way through it.
Otterford : Grassy Field Looking over to a field.
Otterford : Grassy Field
Looking over to a field.
Otterford : Grassy Field A right of way heads through the field.
Otterford : Grassy Field
A right of way heads through the field.
Otterford : Grassy Field & Cattle Looking across towards cows in the field.
Otterford : Grassy Field & Cattle
Looking across towards cows in the field.
Otterford : Grassy Field & Sheep Sheep grazing in a field.
Otterford : Grassy Field & Sheep
Sheep grazing in a field.
Otterford : Fyfett Lane Looking along a small lane.
Otterford : Fyfett Lane
Looking along a small lane.
Otterford : The Stables Barn enlarged to form stables and coach house, now farmhouse. Possibly C18, enlarged mid C19 and altered mid C20.
Otterford : The Stables
Barn enlarged to form stables and coach house, now farmhouse. Possibly C18, enlarged mid C19 and altered mid C20.
Otterford : Lower Fyfett A small lane heads through the farm.
Otterford : Lower Fyfett
A small lane heads through the farm.
Otterford : Lower Fyfett A small lane heads through the farm.
Otterford : Lower Fyfett
A small lane heads through the farm.
Otterford : Grassy Field & Gate A doll is hanging by its neck from a tree.
Otterford : Grassy Field & Gate
A doll is hanging by its neck from a tree.
Otterford : Grassy Field & Gate A grassy field beyond the gate seen from the woods.
Otterford : Grassy Field & Gate
A grassy field beyond the gate seen from the woods.
Otterford : Track A small track through some woods.
Otterford : Track
A small track through some woods.
Otterford : Track A track heads into the trees.
Otterford : Track
A track heads into the trees.
Otterford : Grassy Field Looking across a grassy field.
Otterford : Grassy Field
Looking across a grassy field.
Otterford : Grassy Field & Cattle Looking down towards the cows in a field.
Otterford : Grassy Field & Cattle
Looking down towards the cows in a field.
Otterford : Waterhayes Lane Looking along a country lane.
Otterford : Waterhayes Lane
Looking along a country lane.
Otterford : Waterhayes Lane Looking along the road.
Otterford : Waterhayes Lane
Looking along the road.
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Royston Water is located at Grid Ref: ST2212 (Lat: 50.910961, Lng: -3.098775)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

What 3 Words

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Located within 500m of 50.910961,-3.098775
Royston Water
Is In: Somerset, England, UK
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 50.9113721/-3.1014149
Power: pole
Source: bing
Lat/Long: 50.912971/-3.1036726
Power: pole
Source: bing
Lat/Long: 50.9124738/-3.1050378
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