Ward in Bath and North East Somerset, England
| Coordinates: | 51.348, -2.623 |
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| OS grid ref: | ST 56 61 |
| Dialling code: | 01761 (Temple Cloud) |
Chew Valley (electoral ward) sits in the rural south‑west of Bath and North East Somerset in England, covering a patchwork of small villages, farms and the shores of Chew Valley Lake. The landscape is mainly rolling agricultural land with limestone outcrops and good views towards the Mendip Hills, so it feels distinctly countryside despite being within commuting distance of larger towns.
The ward’s character is a mix of farming, local services and leisure: many residents commute to Bath or Bristol, while others work in small local businesses or tourism related to the reservoir and outdoor pursuits. Village life is focused on parish churches, pubs and community halls, and the area has a strong sense of history with stone‑built settlements and quiet lanes that reflect its long rural heritage.