Little Haddock Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Morayshire

Scotland

Little Haddock Pool

Track to a ruined cottage near Dundurcas Credit: Steven Brown

Little Haddock Pool is a small, yet picturesque body of water located in Morayshire, Scotland. Nestled amidst rolling hills and lush greenery, this freshwater marsh offers a tranquil and serene environment for visitors seeking a peaceful retreat.

With a surface area of approximately 1 acre, Little Haddock Pool is relatively small compared to other bodies of water in the region. Despite its size, the pool boasts crystal-clear waters that reflect the surrounding landscape, creating a mesmerizing visual spectacle.

The pool is home to a diverse range of aquatic flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Water lilies, reeds, and rushes adorn the edges of the pool, creating a vibrant and colorful scene. These plants provide shelter and sustenance for a variety of bird species, including ducks, swans, and herons, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.

Little Haddock Pool is also a popular fishing destination, attracting anglers from all over the region. The pool is known for its healthy population of brown trout, providing a challenging and rewarding fishing experience.

Visitors to Little Haddock Pool can enjoy its natural beauty through various activities such as walking, picnicking, and photography. The tranquil atmosphere and breathtaking scenery make it an ideal spot for relaxation and contemplation.

Overall, Little Haddock Pool offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its idyllic setting, abundant wildlife, and recreational opportunities make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

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Little Haddock Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.538181/-3.1800265 or Grid Reference NJ2950. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track to a ruined cottage near Dundurcas

Steven Brown

Private road near Dundurcas Farm

Steven Brown

B9015 near Rothes

Steven Brown

Old Footbridge

This used to be the way you got dryshod on to and off the Island of Dundurcas, but there's now a track so it is no longer needed.

Anne Burgess

Vanishing Footbridge

This used to be the way you got dryshod on to and off the Island of Dundurcas, but there's now a track so it is no longer needed - and it has almost disappeared among the vegetation.

Anne Burgess

Island of Dundurcas

I am actually on the Island of Dundurcas (which is a peninsula, not an island, according to the map) and the shingle banks are part of a smaller island in the River Spey.

Anne Burgess

Riverbank Reinforcement

There has been major investment in protecting the river bank on the Island of Dundurcas from erosion by the Spey.

Anne Burgess

Angler on the River Spey

The ghillie is about to row the boat out into mid-river, where the angler will try his skill.

Anne Burgess

Forget-me-not (Myosotis sp)

Sorry, but I can't make up my mind which species of Forget-me-not. Any assistance will be appreciated.

Anne Burgess

Casting on the Spey

The ghillie has anchored the boat, and the angler is casting a line with a fly.

Anne Burgess

Green Alkanet (Pentaglottis sempervirens)

Green Alkanet forms great green-and-blue swathes along the riverside track.

Anne Burgess

Seed Heads

I don't know what these are, but I thought it odd to see such obviously dried-out seed heads in June.

Anne Burgess

Whisky Stills by Rothes Football Ground

The small town of Rothes is situated close to the West bank of the River Spey, and lies at the heart of the Speyside whisky industry - there are umpteen distilleries within a few miles of here. Forsyths, which has existed here since at least the 1890s - though back then it went under a different name - was originally a copper and brass fabrication works, producing equipment exclusively for the drinks industry. According to their website, they had to diversify into other metals in the 1980s due to a sharp decline in whisky consumption. Though much is made of their modern links with the oil and gas industries, judging by what was sitting in their yard it would appear that whisky related products once again are at the heart of its business. Considering that over 200 bottles of whisky are currently sold per head of Scotland's population, and that whisky now accounts for about a fifth of all the UK's food and drink exports, this is hardly surprising. There is no catering inside the football ground at Rothes so all half-time pies and Bovrils come from the burger van in the car park, at the far left of the picture.

Ian Dodds

Mackessack Park - Home of Rothes FC

Scottish Cup 2nd Round Replay - Rothes 0 Dalbeattie Star 1 The fact that Rothes play in orange shirts is supposedly due to the fact that they bought some floodlights off Dundee United (who also play in orange, or 'tangerine' as it is traditionally described) way back in the 1950s. This fact appears on Wikipedia, and was also recently trotted out during a live cup draw broadcast. Considering that money was exchanged, presumably they were either heavily discounted, or the bigger club provided the manpower and/or the transport to do the job. But even then, it is very odd thing to happen as the result of a sale. Perhaps Rothes used up every last penny to buy the floodlights and Dundee United took pity and gave them some of their old strips?! The ground is named after a benefactor with, unsurprisingly, connections to the local whisky industry in the distant past, and as well as the seated stand (which, incidentally, will set you back an extra £2 on top of your admission fee) in the picture there is also a smaller standing-only stand opposite, which is where most of the noise is made. Unlike most other grounds at this level there are no turnstiles at Mackessack Park, and therefore, accordingly, no attendance figures. My estimate is 250.

Ian Dodds

River Spey at Aikenway

The scant remains of Aikenway Castle are on the opposite bank of the River Spey here.

Anne Burgess

Dandelions (Taraxacum)

There are about 250 different species of Dandelion, and it takes a real expert to determine which is which. They produce splendid displays in spring, but I'm sure I'm not the only one to wish they were not endowed with quite such tough and determined roots. The English name derives from the French 'dent-de-lion', meaning 'lion's tooth', but their French name is the rather more prosaic 'pissenlit', which means 'wet the bed', from its diuretic effect.

Anne Burgess