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Lower Commissary Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Caithness

Scotland

Lower Commissary Pool

View to Thurso A view to Thurso from Castletown/Weydale road
View to Thurso Credit: John MacKenzie

Lower Commissary Pool is a small freshwater pond located in Caithness, Scotland. The pool is surrounded by lush vegetation, including reeds, grasses, and shrubs, creating a tranquil and picturesque environment. The water in the pool is clear and clean, providing a habitat for a variety of aquatic plants and animals.

The pool is a popular spot for birdwatching, as it attracts a diverse range of bird species, including ducks, geese, and swans. Visitors can often see these birds swimming and foraging for food in the water, adding to the peaceful ambiance of the area.

Lower Commissary Pool is also a favorite fishing spot for locals and visitors alike. The pool is stocked with a variety of fish species, including trout and perch, providing anglers with plenty of opportunities to catch their dinner.

Overall, Lower Commissary Pool is a beautiful and serene natural area that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you enjoy birdwatching, fishing, or simply taking in the sights and sounds of nature, this pool is a must-visit destination in Caithness.

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Lower Commissary Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.574847/-3.5331741 or Grid Reference ND1066. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View to Thurso A view to Thurso from Castletown/Weydale road
View to Thurso
A view to Thurso from Castletown/Weydale road
Thurso railway station A train for Inverness stands in the platform having just arrived from Wick.
Thurso railway station
A train for Inverness stands in the platform having just arrived from Wick.
Site of the livestock market beside Thurso Station The livestock market has now been demolished. This and an adjoining area of land are now scheduled for re-development. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/623850">ND1167 : Disused auction mart</a>.
Site of the livestock market beside Thurso Station
The livestock market has now been demolished. This and an adjoining area of land are now scheduled for re-development. See ND1167 : Disused auction mart.
Train at Thurso BR class 26 No. 26031 stands in Thurso station waiting to depart with the 11.48 passenger service to Inverness (which will combine with the train from Wick at Georgemass Junction). Diesel locomotives, 4-wheel vans and Post Office Vauxhall vans are long gone from this scene.
Train at Thurso
BR class 26 No. 26031 stands in Thurso station waiting to depart with the 11.48 passenger service to Inverness (which will combine with the train from Wick at Georgemass Junction). Diesel locomotives, 4-wheel vans and Post Office Vauxhall vans are long gone from this scene.
View towards Millbank, Thurso View over the railway line just south of Thurso Station; from the Ormlie Road (B874).
View towards Millbank, Thurso
View over the railway line just south of Thurso Station; from the Ormlie Road (B874).
Thurso station
Thurso station
Thurso station With unit No 158 717 for Wick
Thurso station
With unit No 158 717 for Wick
The End Of The Line Thurso is one end of the line in north Scotland. Trains arriving from Inverness return southwards from Thurso to serve the east coast town of Wick, which is the other end of the line.
The End Of The Line
Thurso is one end of the line in north Scotland. Trains arriving from Inverness return southwards from Thurso to serve the east coast town of Wick, which is the other end of the line.
A Special Mile Post at Thurso Station This is one of 1,000 mileposts funded by the Royal Bank of Scotland to mark the creation of the National Cycle Network. This one is at Thurso Railway Station, from where it's 21 miles to John O' Groats and 140 to Inverness. There's another inside Queen Street Station, in Glasgow. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2706377">NS5965 : A Special Marker Post</a>
A Special Mile Post at Thurso Station
This is one of 1,000 mileposts funded by the Royal Bank of Scotland to mark the creation of the National Cycle Network. This one is at Thurso Railway Station, from where it's 21 miles to John O' Groats and 140 to Inverness. There's another inside Queen Street Station, in Glasgow. NS5965 : A Special Marker Post
The River Thurso Viewed from the train returning from Thurso to Inverness, a line which uses a most interesting and scenic route.
The River Thurso
Viewed from the train returning from Thurso to Inverness, a line which uses a most interesting and scenic route.
Substation by the A9 just south of Thurso
Substation by the A9 just south of Thurso
Tesco at Thurso Could be anywhere!
Tesco at Thurso
Could be anywhere!
Thurso Station, 1986 View northward, to buffer-stops: ex-Highland Railway terminus of line from Georgemas Junction, Helmsdale, Lairg, Dingwall and Inverness 'Far North Line'. (Cf. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1791562">ND1167 : Thurso railway station, 1989</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/253347">ND1167 : Thurso Station</a>).
Thurso Station, 1986
View northward, to buffer-stops: ex-Highland Railway terminus of line from Georgemas Junction, Helmsdale, Lairg, Dingwall and Inverness 'Far North Line'. (Cf. ND1167 : Thurso railway station, 1989 and ND1167 : Thurso Station).
Thurso River Islands Looking downstream from the railway line in late-October sunshine.
Thurso River Islands
Looking downstream from the railway line in late-October sunshine.
Thurso railway station, Highland Opened in 1874 as the northern terminus of the Highland Railway's line from Dingwall. View north towards the buffers, with the remains of the goods yard to the right.
Thurso railway station, Highland
Opened in 1874 as the northern terminus of the Highland Railway's line from Dingwall. View north towards the buffers, with the remains of the goods yard to the right.
The pylons head south Seen from the A9 just south of Thurso, these are the pylons seen in the distance in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4554723">ND1262 : Farmland beside the River Thurso</a>.
The pylons head south
Seen from the A9 just south of Thurso, these are the pylons seen in the distance in ND1262 : Farmland beside the River Thurso.
Towards Janetstown Looking toward Janetstown this huge building dominates the landscape. A real eyesore.
Towards Janetstown
Looking toward Janetstown this huge building dominates the landscape. A real eyesore.
Clubhouse at Thurso Golf Club Britain's most northerly point, Dunnet Head, is in the background.
Clubhouse at Thurso Golf Club
Britain's most northerly point, Dunnet Head, is in the background.
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Lower Commissary Pool is located at Grid Ref: ND1066 (Lat: 58.574847, Lng: -3.5331741)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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