Frankby Mere

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Cheshire

England

Frankby Mere

Track to RAF West Kirby A track through the woodland south of Saughall Massey Road at Larton. This was the site of a Second World War RAF training camp, now overgrown, the concrete road can still be seen beneath the leaf litter.
Track to RAF West Kirby Credit: Sue Adair

Frankby Mere, located in Cheshire, England, is a picturesque body of water known for its natural beauty and tranquil surroundings. Often referred to as a mere, pool, pond, or freshwater marsh, it is a diverse ecosystem that provides a habitat for various plant and animal species.

Spanning approximately 6 hectares, Frankby Mere is surrounded by lush greenery and tall reeds, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The water is clear and calm, reflecting the beauty of its surroundings. The mere is fed by freshwater springs, ensuring a constant flow of clean water throughout the year.

The diverse vegetation surrounding the mere includes water lilies, water crowfoot, and various types of aquatic grasses. These provide shelter and food for a wide range of bird species, including herons, swans, and ducks, which can often be seen gracefully gliding across the water.

In addition to its avian residents, Frankby Mere is also home to a variety of fish species, including perch, pike, and roach. Anglers are often drawn to its shores to enjoy a peaceful day of fishing.

Frankby Mere is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers, who can explore the area via well-maintained footpaths and observation points. The mere is also an important site for environmental research and conservation efforts, with local organizations working to protect its unique ecosystem.

Overall, Frankby Mere offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, providing visitors with the opportunity to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty of this freshwater marsh.

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Frankby Mere Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.364559/-3.139455 or Grid Reference SJ2485. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track to RAF West Kirby A track through the woodland south of Saughall Massey Road at Larton. This was the site of a Second World War RAF training camp, now overgrown, the concrete road can still be seen beneath the leaf litter.
Track to RAF West Kirby
A track through the woodland south of Saughall Massey Road at Larton. This was the site of a Second World War RAF training camp, now overgrown, the concrete road can still be seen beneath the leaf litter.
Field, Irbyside
Field, Irbyside
Wall, Caldy Hill Woodland which avoided becoming a garden to a big house.
Wall, Caldy Hill
Woodland which avoided becoming a garden to a big house.
Woodland, Caldy Hill Typical sandstone woodland which you can find between here and Worcester.
Woodland, Caldy Hill
Typical sandstone woodland which you can find between here and Worcester.
Greasby Village Village shops, Greasby Road, Greasby.
Greasby Village
Village shops, Greasby Road, Greasby.
Red Croft Redcroft retirement apartments, Well Lane, Greasby.
Red Croft
Redcroft retirement apartments, Well Lane, Greasby.
Frankby Road Redcroft retirement apartments, Frankby Road, Greasby.
Frankby Road
Redcroft retirement apartments, Frankby Road, Greasby.
Pump Lane Round-About, Pump Lane, Well Lane, Frankby Road, Greasby.
Pump Lane
Round-About, Pump Lane, Well Lane, Frankby Road, Greasby.
One A Footpath between Frankby and Greasby Roads, to the rear of Red Cat public house, Greasby.
One A
Footpath between Frankby and Greasby Roads, to the rear of Red Cat public house, Greasby.
Red Cat Red Cat public house, Greasby Village, Greasby Road.
Red Cat
Red Cat public house, Greasby Village, Greasby Road.
Greasby Library Greasby Library and new extension. Greasby Village, Greasby Road.
Greasby Library
Greasby Library and new extension. Greasby Village, Greasby Road.
Greasby Health Centre Health Centre and chemist, Greasby Village, Frankby Road, Greasby.
Greasby Health Centre
Health Centre and chemist, Greasby Village, Frankby Road, Greasby.
Greasby Community Centre Greasby Road, Greasby.
Greasby Community Centre
Greasby Road, Greasby.
Greave Dunning Ember Inn, Greave Dunning, Greasby Road, Greasby.
Greave Dunning
Ember Inn, Greave Dunning, Greasby Road, Greasby.
RAF West Kirby Commemorative Stone
RAF West Kirby Commemorative Stone
Farmer's Arms Hill Bark Road, Wirral
Farmer's Arms
Hill Bark Road, Wirral
Irby Village Stocks In the gardens of Irby Library, Thurstaston Road.
Irby Village Stocks
In the gardens of Irby Library, Thurstaston Road.
Irby Library A view of Irby Village stocks to the front of Irby library.
Irby Library
A view of Irby Village stocks to the front of Irby library.
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Frankby Mere is located at Grid Ref: SJ2485 (Lat: 53.364559, Lng: -3.139455)

Unitary Authority: Wirral

Police Authority: Merseyside

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.364559,-3.139455
Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
MONTGOMERY HILL
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Bench
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Bench
Backrest: no
Inscription: In Memory of Myfriend and Master TED Diead 31 December 2007 Aged 83 years. “PRINCE”
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Toilets
Check Date: 2022-11-20
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Barrier: entrance
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Sundial Memorial
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Royden Park Minature Railway
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Post Box
Description: QE II wall mounted post box CH48 348 near Torpenhow Cottage, Montgomery Hill, Frankby, Wirral.
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
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Royal Cypher: EIIR
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Wikimedia Commons: File:Post box on Montgomery Hill, Frankby.jpg
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Cafe
The Courtyard
Check Date: 2022-11-20
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Inscription: JOYCE MCGRATH Treasured Memories
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Bench
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