Bank Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Radnorshire

Wales

Bank Pool

Between road and railway The trees hide that survivor, the Central Wales railway.
Between road and railway Credit: Richard Webb

Bank Pool is a picturesque freshwater ecosystem located in the county of Radnorshire, Wales. This natural beauty spot is comprised of a serene lake, a tranquil pool, a small pond, and a thriving freshwater marsh, making it a haven for a wide variety of wildlife.

The centerpiece of Bank Pool is the lake, a shimmering body of water that spans several acres. Its crystal-clear waters are fed by natural springs, creating a pristine environment for various species of fish, including trout and perch. The lake is also a popular spot for recreational activities such as fishing and boating, attracting both locals and tourists alike.

Adjacent to the lake is a smaller pool, which is connected to the main body of water by a narrow channel. This pool provides a peaceful setting for birdwatching, as it attracts numerous waterfowl species, including ducks and herons. The surrounding vegetation, consisting of reeds and water lilies, adds to the beauty of the pool and provides a habitat for amphibians such as frogs and newts.

A small pond can be found at the southern edge of Bank Pool, nestled among lush greenery and wildflowers. This pond is home to a variety of aquatic plants and insects, creating a thriving ecosystem that supports a diverse range of wildlife.

Finally, a freshwater marsh completes the ecosystem of Bank Pool. This wetland area is characterized by its waterlogged soil and the presence of sedges, rushes, and other marsh plants. It serves as a crucial breeding ground and habitat for numerous species of birds, insects, and small mammals.

Overall, Bank Pool in Radnorshire is a natural treasure, offering visitors the opportunity to appreciate the beauty of a diverse freshwater ecosystem and observe the rich wildlife that thrives within it.

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Bank Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.333186/-3.1959115 or Grid Reference SO1871. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Between road and railway The trees hide that survivor, the Central Wales railway.
Between road and railway
The trees hide that survivor, the Central Wales railway.
Road, valley floor, and hillside By the B4356, east of the railway bridge.  The plantation on the hillside in the next square southwest is clear on the map.
Road, valley floor, and hillside
By the B4356, east of the railway bridge. The plantation on the hillside in the next square southwest is clear on the map.
Train departing Llanbister Road station The Swansea bound train leaving Llanbister Road station on the Heart of Wales line, May Bank holiday, 2014
Train departing Llanbister Road station
The Swansea bound train leaving Llanbister Road station on the Heart of Wales line, May Bank holiday, 2014
Llanbister Road railway station, Powys Opened in 1867 by the Central Wales Railway on what became today's line from Swansea to Craven Arms and Shrewsbury.
View north east towards Llangynllo and Craven Arms. The disused platform to the right is the former southbound platform, which has had that delightful pond for around 40 years.
Llanbister Road railway station, Powys
Opened in 1867 by the Central Wales Railway on what became today's line from Swansea to Craven Arms and Shrewsbury. View north east towards Llangynllo and Craven Arms. The disused platform to the right is the former southbound platform, which has had that delightful pond for around 40 years.
Crug Bridge The Crug Bridge that carries the Heart of Wales railway line over the B4356 West of Llangunllo - locally known as Gravel Arch.
Crug Bridge
The Crug Bridge that carries the Heart of Wales railway line over the B4356 West of Llangunllo - locally known as Gravel Arch.
Gravel Arch bridge The Crug Bridge that carries the Heart of Wales railway line over the B4356 West of Llangunllo - locally known as Gravel Arch.
Gravel Arch bridge
The Crug Bridge that carries the Heart of Wales railway line over the B4356 West of Llangunllo - locally known as Gravel Arch.
Gravel Arch road junction Road signs at the junction below Crug bridge, Gravel Arch - just to the West of Llangunllo
Gravel Arch road junction
Road signs at the junction below Crug bridge, Gravel Arch - just to the West of Llangunllo
Railway bridge (Heart of Wales Line) over the B4356
Railway bridge (Heart of Wales Line) over the B4356
Wayside cottage
Wayside cottage
Barn near Cwm-y-gaist
Barn near Cwm-y-gaist
Llanbister Road Station There are four trains each day passing through here, on the line from Swansea to Shrewsbury, but they only stop here on request.  <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.heart-of-wales.co.uk/index.asp" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.heart-of-wales.co.uk/index.asp">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>
Llanbister Road Station
There are four trains each day passing through here, on the line from Swansea to Shrewsbury, but they only stop here on request. LinkExternal link
Farmland near Maylord farm
Farmland near Maylord farm
Farmland near Rhos-grug
Farmland near Rhos-grug
Farmland near Cil-y-byddar farm
Farmland near Cil-y-byddar farm
Cwm-y-gaist hamlet
Cwm-y-gaist hamlet
Cwm Villa, Cwm-y-gaist
Cwm Villa, Cwm-y-gaist
Llanbister Road Station entrance
Llanbister Road Station entrance
The Station House, Llanbister Road Now a private house, and garden furniture workshop.
The Station House, Llanbister Road
Now a private house, and garden furniture workshop.
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Bank Pool is located at Grid Ref: SO1871 (Lat: 52.333186, Lng: -3.1959115)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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