Paddy's Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Peeblesshire

Scotland

Paddy's Pool

Drumelzier Standing Stone The standing stone near Drumelzier.
Photo taken on the 2nd January 2022. — Drumelzier Standing Stone Credit: Rab McMurdo

Paddy's Pool is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in Peeblesshire, a historic county in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscape of the Scottish countryside, this tranquil pool is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Covering an area of approximately 2 acres, Paddy's Pool boasts crystal-clear waters and is surrounded by lush vegetation and diverse wildlife. The pool serves as a habitat for various plant species, including water lilies, reeds, and sedges, which thrive in the marshy conditions. These plants provide shelter and food for numerous bird species, such as mallards, teal, and herons, making the pool a haven for birdwatchers.

The pool itself is fed by natural springs and rainwater, ensuring a constant flow of fresh, clean water. The water temperature remains relatively cool throughout the year, making it an ideal spot for a refreshing swim during warmer months.

Visitors to Paddy's Pool can explore the area on foot, following well-maintained paths that wind through the marsh and offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The pool is also a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts, with its waters teeming with brown trout, pike, and perch.

Paddy's Pool is a true gem in Peeblesshire, offering visitors a chance to connect with nature and experience the tranquility of the Scottish countryside. Whether it's birdwatching, fishing, or simply enjoying the peaceful ambiance, this freshwater marsh has something to offer for all nature lovers.

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Paddy's Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.606672/-3.3459041 or Grid Reference NT1535. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Drumelzier Standing Stone

The standing stone near Drumelzier. Photo taken on the 2nd January 2022.

Rab McMurdo

Dawyck Woodland Garden March 2022

This hillside garden adjoins both banks of the Scrape Burn. Dawyck is managed as an outstation of Edinburgh Royal Botanic Garden, and is noted for its majestic conifers, springtime rhododendrons, and woodland fungi in the autumn.

Graham Ovens

Remains of a van below Trahenna Hill

The old Bedford van/shed photographed by Richard Webb in 2005 (NT1336 : Old van, Dreva) has now completely fallen apart, leaving something of an eyesore.

Alan O'Dowd

Remains of a van below Trahenna Hill

The old Bedford van/shed photographed by Richard Webb in 2005 (NT1336 : Old van, Dreva) has now completely fallen apart, leaving something of an eyesore. And all with only 80,000-odd miles on the clock – although it may have gone round the clock more than once.

Alan O'Dowd

Dawyck Botanic Garden

Near the entrance and cafe, heading out into the garden.

Richard Webb

Azalea Terrace, Dawyck

The Dawyck gardens specialise in rhododendrons from cool climates, some returned from expeditions to the eastern Himalaya in the early 1990s.

Richard Webb

Woodland, Dawyck Botanic Garden

Mostly birch here but still with some of the specimen conifers.

Richard Webb

Ride, Dawyck Botanic Gardens

Richard Webb

Rhododendron, Dawyck Botanic Gardens

One of the many rhododendrons in the collection here, many gathered in expeditions to eastern Himalaya in the early 1990s.

Richard Webb

Bridge, Dynamo Pond

On the Scrape Burn near the deer fence at the top of the botanic gardens.

Richard Webb

Sculpture, Dawyck Botanic Garden

Richard Webb

On the track to Stobo

An estate track following the course of the Weston Burn towards Home Farm.

Jim Barton

Tree planting on Harrow Hill

Broadleaved trees have been planted around the edge of the clear-felled section shown in NT1637 : Clear-felled ground, Harrow Hill.

Jim Barton

Autumn colour at Dawyck

The Scrape Burn with a lot of water after a wet October.

Gordon Brown

Autumn colour at Dawyck

Wind and rain have stripped off much of the autumn colour, but this maple still stands out, bright crimson.

Gordon Brown

Track to Stobo

The farm track from Stobohope along the southern side of the Weston Burn.

Jim Barton

Farm track from Stobohope

The track to Stobo Castle and Home Farm. The dip in the skyline ahead is the route of the John Buchan Way over the ridge to Glack Hope and the Manor Valley.

Jim Barton