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Sauce Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Caithness

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Sauce Pool

Farmland at Dalemore Looking towards the Causeymire Wind Farm.
Farmland at Dalemore Credit: Claire Pegrum

Sauce Pool is a small freshwater marsh located in Caithness, a historical county in the far north of Scotland. Situated amidst the stunning natural landscapes of the region, Sauce Pool is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The pool is approximately 1.5 hectares in size and is surrounded by a mix of grassland, reed beds, and small patches of woodland. It is fed by both surface water runoff and a small stream that flows into the pool, ensuring a constant supply of freshwater.

The area is known for its rich biodiversity, with a wide variety of plant and animal species calling Sauce Pool their home. The reed beds provide an ideal habitat for numerous bird species, such as reed warblers, sedge warblers, and water rails. Visitors may also spot waterfowl like mallards and tufted ducks swimming on the pool's surface.

Sauce Pool is not only a haven for birdlife but also supports a diverse range of aquatic plants, including water lilies and various species of reeds and rushes. These plants not only enhance the pool's aesthetic appeal but also provide important shelter and food sources for the resident wildlife.

The pool is accessible to the public via a designated footpath that winds its way through the surrounding countryside. Visitors can enjoy a peaceful stroll along the water's edge, taking in the tranquil atmosphere and observing the abundant flora and fauna.

Overall, Sauce Pool is a precious natural gem in Caithness, providing a sanctuary for various species and offering visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty of Scotland's wildlife.

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Sauce Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.414513/-3.5024914 or Grid Reference ND1248. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farmland at Dalemore Looking towards the Causeymire Wind Farm.
Farmland at Dalemore
Looking towards the Causeymire Wind Farm.
Shepherd's cairn, Beinn Chaiteag A shepherd's cairn is shown here on the 1876 OS six inch map. The cairn shown on the current OS map refers to a burial cairn to the south (ref <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/8237/details/beinn+chaiteag" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/8237/details/beinn+chaiteag">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ).
Shepherd's cairn, Beinn Chaiteag
A shepherd's cairn is shown here on the 1876 OS six inch map. The cairn shown on the current OS map refers to a burial cairn to the south (ref LinkExternal link ).
Moorland pool, Beinn Chaiteag Looking towards the Causeymire Wind Farm.
Moorland pool, Beinn Chaiteag
Looking towards the Causeymire Wind Farm.
Remains of Caiteag farmstead The farmstead lay by the River Thurso and comprised a longhouse, which was built over an earlier longhouse and its enclosures, and two enclosures (ref <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/8258/details/caiteag" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/8258/details/caiteag">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ).
Remains of Caiteag farmstead
The farmstead lay by the River Thurso and comprised a longhouse, which was built over an earlier longhouse and its enclosures, and two enclosures (ref LinkExternal link ).
Sheepfold near Caiteag The sheepfold is shown on the 1876 OS six inch map and lies approximately 150m to the SSE of the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2418205">ND1348 : Remains of Caiteag farmstead</a>.
Sheepfold near Caiteag
The sheepfold is shown on the 1876 OS six inch map and lies approximately 150m to the SSE of the ND1348 : Remains of Caiteag farmstead.
Sandpit Works Sadly so much dereliction but reminders of a not too distant past.
Sandpit Works
Sadly so much dereliction but reminders of a not too distant past.
Acharynie Cemetery Such a wind-swept and lonesome place. Loved the protruding step on the perimeter dyke to gain access. But difficult for those of advancing years!
Acharynie Cemetery
Such a wind-swept and lonesome place. Loved the protruding step on the perimeter dyke to gain access. But difficult for those of advancing years!
Road in Moorland Difficult to take a meaningful photograph with bog cover - hence the road.
Road in Moorland
Difficult to take a meaningful photograph with bog cover - hence the road.
The Way Ahead Sadly the wind turbines dominate the scene.
The Way Ahead
Sadly the wind turbines dominate the scene.
Forest Access Braehour Forest (typical of many round here) has destroyed valuable peatland. Fortunately there are moves to reverse this e.g. the RSPB's initiative at Forsinain.
Forest Access
Braehour Forest (typical of many round here) has destroyed valuable peatland. Fortunately there are moves to reverse this e.g. the RSPB's initiative at Forsinain.
Acharynie Cemetery
Acharynie Cemetery
Dirlot Castle Next to nothing now remains of the castle. The small keep stood on top of this rock spike with a curtain wall and perhaps two smaller towers on the low ground below the spike. Never much of a defensive position it served more as a frontier post on the edge of the Keiss, Sinclair and Gunn clan lands.
Dirlot Castle
Next to nothing now remains of the castle. The small keep stood on top of this rock spike with a curtain wall and perhaps two smaller towers on the low ground below the spike. Never much of a defensive position it served more as a frontier post on the edge of the Keiss, Sinclair and Gunn clan lands.
By Dalemore Looking across the moorland to Dalemore at the far east end of the square. Windfarm is out by Achkeepster.
By Dalemore
Looking across the moorland to Dalemore at the far east end of the square. Windfarm is out by Achkeepster.
Dirlot sand pit This is just one of several pits that sprang up when Dounreay was under construction. This area around the Lochmore area has large deposits of sand and gravel.
Dirlot sand pit
This is just one of several pits that sprang up when Dounreay was under construction. This area around the Lochmore area has large deposits of sand and gravel.
Lochmore Road by Dirlot Good quality single track road into Lochmore from West Calder. Typical Caithness moorland on either side.
Lochmore Road by Dirlot
Good quality single track road into Lochmore from West Calder. Typical Caithness moorland on either side.
Dirlot Cemetery A very old cemetery constructed in an arrow head shape above a small gorge on the Thurso River right next to the castle.
Dirlot Cemetery
A very old cemetery constructed in an arrow head shape above a small gorge on the Thurso River right next to the castle.
Dirlot Farm Farm buildings at Dirlot from the track to the castle
Dirlot Farm
Farm buildings at Dirlot from the track to the castle
Caithness Flag Dyke The first flags removed in a flagstone quarry are of poor quality and not fit for use as paving but they can be used to form this type of dyke which gives much needed shelter during the winter months from the winds. From the cemetery looking back to Dirlot Farm
Caithness Flag Dyke
The first flags removed in a flagstone quarry are of poor quality and not fit for use as paving but they can be used to form this type of dyke which gives much needed shelter during the winter months from the winds. From the cemetery looking back to Dirlot Farm
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Sauce Pool is located at Grid Ref: ND1248 (Lat: 58.414513, Lng: -3.5024914)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///hunches.tipping.inserting. Near Halkirk, Highland

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