Blackbeck Tarn

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Blackbeck Tarn

Operations at Hopper Quarry Hopper Quarry is part of the workings at the Honister Quarries. At the time the image was recorded no work was going on at this site but it&#039;s clear that waste slate is being crushed into tiny flakes then added to the growing heap beside and beyond the machinery; what happens to it next is unknown. — Operations at Hopper Quarry Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Blackbeck Tarn is a picturesque body of water located in Cumberland, a historic county in northwestern England. Situated amidst the stunning Lake District National Park, it is often referred to as a tarn, which is a term used to describe a small mountain lake. The tarn is nestled within a peaceful and idyllic setting, surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills.

With a surface area of approximately 10 acres, Blackbeck Tarn boasts crystal-clear freshwater that reflects the beauty of its surroundings. The tarn is fed by a combination of rainfall and natural springs, ensuring a constant supply of clean, unpolluted water. Its depth varies, reaching up to 12 feet in some areas, making it a suitable habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna.

The tarn is home to a variety of freshwater species, including fish such as brown trout and perch, which attract anglers seeking a peaceful fishing experience. Additionally, the surrounding marshlands provide a haven for many bird species, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Visitors to Blackbeck Tarn can enjoy a range of activities, such as walking along the tranquil shores, picnicking amidst the scenic landscape, or simply taking in the serene atmosphere. The area surrounding the tarn is rich in natural beauty, with an abundance of wildflowers and wildlife to be discovered.

Overall, Blackbeck Tarn offers a sanctuary of natural beauty and tranquility within the enchanting Lake District. Its stunning vistas, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities make it a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Cumberland.

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Blackbeck Tarn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.504102/-3.2339655 or Grid Reference NY2012. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Operations at Hopper Quarry

Hopper Quarry is part of the workings at the Honister Quarries. At the time the image was recorded no work was going on at this site but it's clear that waste slate is being crushed into tiny flakes then added to the growing heap beside and beyond the machinery; what happens to it next is unknown.

Trevor Littlewood

Shed partly inundated by slate fragments

The small corrugated metal shed is at the Hopper Quarry of the Honister Slate Quarries. Apparently waste slate from earlier workings is being crushed into tiny flakes and then added to the tip; the machinery involved may be seen in another image - Link . Some years before work was seen at the quarry when it appeared that waste slate was being processed - Link . It seems that that work was preparatory and the real business of dealing with the quarry spoil is now on-going. What is being done with the mound of slate flakes is not known.

Trevor Littlewood

Survey marker

Ordnance Survey (?) marker on the eastermost top of Grey Knotts. This may correspond to the survey point or bench mark shown on 19th-century 25" and 6" maps. There is also a rivet (bottom left of photo) and another rivet on the other side of the little cairn (not in the photo). 2287 feet above old datum.

Phil Johnstone

A Frosty Dub's Hut in the Sunset

This ex-quarry building is now maintained as a basic hiking shelter by volunteers of the Mountain Bothies Association with permission of the landowners.

Booga

Warnscale Head Bothy

Maintained by volunteers of the Mountain Bothies Association with permission of the landowner. This small hiking shelter is made from local stone and so blends in well with its surroundings.

Booga

Perched boulder on rock slabs

The boulder is in rough, complex hill country south of Blackbeck Tarn. Grey Knotts and Brandreth are two mountain tops on the horizon beyond.

Trevor Littlewood

Path descending to cross cleft between mountains

The path on a shelf below crags is descending to cross the stream which issues from Blackbeck Tarn in the cleft before rising again to the camera location. Haystacks is the mountain across the void.

Trevor Littlewood

Striddle Crag of Fleetwith Pike

The crag is beyond the two walkers along the path which is close to Little Round How.

Trevor Littlewood

Base of Drum House

The Drum House was the location of winding equipment - presumably a large-diameter, vertically mounted drum around which a cable was wound by its rotation. Trucks were hauled along the causeway which is seen reaching the base and also presumably, lowered to Honister Pass. The route to and from the location is now in use as a path.

Trevor Littlewood