Myrtle Bay

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Cumberland Allerdale

England

Myrtle Bay

Barrow Beck
Barrow Beck Credit: David Brown

Myrtle Bay is a picturesque and serene freshwater ecosystem located in Cumberland County, renowned for its diverse and abundant aquatic life. Situated amidst lush greenery, the bay encompasses a lake, a pool, a pond, and a freshwater marsh, offering a rich and varied habitat for numerous species.

The centerpiece of Myrtle Bay is the crystal-clear lake, covering a significant portion of the area. The lake is surrounded by dense vegetation, providing a natural shield and creating a secluded and tranquil environment. It serves as a home to a wide range of fish species, including bass, trout, and catfish, attracting fishing enthusiasts from near and far.

Adjacent to the lake is a smaller pool, a shallow and calm body of water perfect for leisurely swimming or water play. This pool is ideal for families, offering a safe and peaceful spot for children to enjoy the water while being supervised.

Towards the southern part of Myrtle Bay lies a serene and tranquil pond. This smaller body of water is home to various aquatic plants, such as lilies and reeds, offering a habitat for amphibians like frogs and turtles. Birdwatchers will find this spot particularly enticing, as it attracts colorful waterfowl and other avian species.

Lastly, the freshwater marsh in Myrtle Bay forms a vital ecosystem, supporting a diverse array of plant and animal life. The marshland is characterized by its marsh grasses and cattails, providing nesting areas for waterfowl like ducks and geese. It also acts as a natural filtration system, purifying the surrounding water and maintaining the overall health of the bay.

Overall, Myrtle Bay in Cumberland County is a haven for nature enthusiasts, offering a harmonious blend of lakes, pools, ponds, and freshwater marshes, providing a sanctuary for both aquatic and terrestrial life.

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Myrtle Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.562833/-3.1530751 or Grid Reference NY2519. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barrow Beck
Barrow Beck
Derwent Water seen from Brandlehow Landing Stage Bleaberry Fell and Castlerigg Fell can be seen on the other side of the lake.
Derwent Water seen from Brandlehow Landing Stage
Bleaberry Fell and Castlerigg Fell can be seen on the other side of the lake.
Footbridge over the River Derwent Across the flat river flood plain can be seen Shepherds Crag.
Footbridge over the River Derwent
Across the flat river flood plain can be seen Shepherds Crag.
Detached house in Grange The house is on the road heading out of Grange towards the bridge over the River Derwent.
The wooded slopes beyond rise to King's How, one of the tops of Grange Fell.
Detached house in Grange
The house is on the road heading out of Grange towards the bridge over the River Derwent. The wooded slopes beyond rise to King's How, one of the tops of Grange Fell.
Yewthwaite Gill The course of Yewthwaite Gill, the sides of the channel showing sides of extensive erosion.
Yewthwaite Gill
The course of Yewthwaite Gill, the sides of the channel showing sides of extensive erosion.
The pastures of Yewthwaite Looking across the grassy pastures of Yewthwaite. After a day of heavy rain the sun is beginning to break through the clouds above the valley.
The pastures of Yewthwaite
Looking across the grassy pastures of Yewthwaite. After a day of heavy rain the sun is beginning to break through the clouds above the valley.
Roadside trees, Borrowdale The number of trees increases as you move away from the head of Derwent Water or the River Derwent.
Roadside trees, Borrowdale
The number of trees increases as you move away from the head of Derwent Water or the River Derwent.
River Derwent flood plain The flat ground at the head of Derwent Water frequently floods. Skiddaw is in the far distance.
River Derwent flood plain
The flat ground at the head of Derwent Water frequently floods. Skiddaw is in the far distance.
The road through Grange
The road through Grange
Ashness Bridge On the minor road from Barrow Bay to Watendlath, the Grade II listed Ashness Bridge over Barrow Beck is a popular tourist attraction.
Barrow Beck flows into Derwentwater and thence into the River Derwent.
Ashness Bridge
On the minor road from Barrow Bay to Watendlath, the Grade II listed Ashness Bridge over Barrow Beck is a popular tourist attraction. Barrow Beck flows into Derwentwater and thence into the River Derwent.
River Derwent From the Chinese Bridge — looks nice enough to swim in, but take a closer look into the water in the shadow of the bridge: a dead sheep.
River Derwent
From the Chinese Bridge — looks nice enough to swim in, but take a closer look into the water in the shadow of the bridge: a dead sheep.
Footpath through Lodore Hotel On my map this is supposed to be a Permissive path to avoid using the road. On the latest O.S. mapping it's classed as a Public Footpath.

Either way its use is not welcoming and the 'bridge' over the beck just beyond the gate is very precarious.
Footpath through Lodore Hotel
On my map this is supposed to be a Permissive path to avoid using the road. On the latest O.S. mapping it's classed as a Public Footpath. Either way its use is not welcoming and the 'bridge' over the beck just beyond the gate is very precarious.
Ashness Bridge
Ashness Bridge
Gate on Brown Knotts
Gate on Brown Knotts
Path to Catbells The zig-zag path up to Catbells as viewed from Derwentwater.
Path to Catbells
The zig-zag path up to Catbells as viewed from Derwentwater.
High Brandelhow The jetty here is currently undergoing repair.
High Brandelhow
The jetty here is currently undergoing repair.
High Brandelhow The landing stage is presently undergoing repair.
High Brandelhow
The landing stage is presently undergoing repair.
Brandelhow Point Housing at Brandelhow Point.
Brandelhow Point
Housing at Brandelhow Point.
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Myrtle Bay is located at Grid Ref: NY2519 (Lat: 54.562833, Lng: -3.1530751)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: Allerdale

Police Authority: Cumbria

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Located within 500m of 54.562833,-3.1530751
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Natural: bay
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 54.5607012/-3.149158
Abbot's Bay
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 54.5645159/-3.1554912
Brandelhow Bay
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 54.5664349/-3.1570093
Myrtle Bay
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 54.5628451/-3.1532239
Hiking: yes
Information: guidepost
Source: GPS Survey
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.5589433/-3.1527195
Hiking: yes
Information: guidepost
Source: GPS Survey
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.5638139/-3.1590609
Bench
Backrest: no
Check Date: 2023-06-07
Material: stone
Source: GPS Survey
Lat/Long: 54.5648076/-3.159549
Brandlehow Point
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 54.5654935/-3.1566031
Saltwell Lead Mine
Disused: yes
Man Made: mine
Mineral: lead
Lat/Long: 54.5598322/-3.1538248
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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