The Lake

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Denbighshire

Wales

The Lake

Ruabon station
Ruabon station Credit: Roy Hughes

The Lake, located in Denbighshire, Wales, is a picturesque body of water encompassing an area of approximately 10 hectares. Nestled amidst the beautiful Welsh countryside, it is a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking tranquility and natural beauty.

The Lake is characterized by its calm and crystal-clear waters, making it an ideal spot for various recreational activities. Visitors can indulge in swimming, kayaking, or canoeing, taking advantage of the peaceful atmosphere and the stunning surrounding landscape. The lake's size also allows for boating enthusiasts to explore its waters, offering a unique perspective of the area.

Adjacent to the lake lies a freshwater marsh, which further adds to the ecological diversity of the region. The marsh supports a wide range of flora and fauna, creating a habitat for numerous bird species and other wildlife. Birdwatchers can rejoice in the opportunity to spot various species, while nature enthusiasts can enjoy leisurely walks along the marsh's periphery, admiring the array of plant life.

The Lake is also home to a smaller pool and pond, providing additional opportunities for exploration and relaxation. These smaller bodies of water are perfect for families with young children who may prefer shallower depths or for those simply seeking a more intimate setting.

Overall, The Lake in Denbighshire is a haven for nature lovers and those in search of a peaceful retreat. Its size, diverse ecosystem, and surrounding countryside make it a destination that offers both recreational activities and a chance to immerse oneself in the beauty of nature.

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The Lake Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.979004/-3.0321595 or Grid Reference SJ3042. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ruabon station
Ruabon station
Railway bridge over the B5605 North of Ruabon station.
Railway bridge over the B5605
North of Ruabon station.
The Wynnstay Arms Hotel in the centre of Ruabon.
The Wynnstay Arms
Hotel in the centre of Ruabon.
Stryt Fawr, Rhiwabon Ruabon's High Street, once the very busy main A483, now something of a backwater.
Stryt Fawr, Rhiwabon
Ruabon's High Street, once the very busy main A483, now something of a backwater.
Rhiwabon Nowhere is the brilliant red Ruabon brick better shown off than in its home village on a bright early spring morning.
Rhiwabon
Nowhere is the brilliant red Ruabon brick better shown off than in its home village on a bright early spring morning.
Wynnstay Hall drive Spring is springing on the main approach to Wynnstay Hall, now divided into apartments.
Wynnstay Hall drive
Spring is springing on the main approach to Wynnstay Hall, now divided into apartments.
Old avenue from Wynnstay Hall to Ruabon An avenue connecting Wynnstay and its estate village of Ruabon was planted c.1777. After the Williams-Wynn family left the house in 1948, the avenue was increasingly neglected, and in the late 1980s was severed by the new A483 Wrexham/Ruabon by-pass.
Old avenue from Wynnstay Hall to Ruabon
An avenue connecting Wynnstay and its estate village of Ruabon was planted c.1777. After the Williams-Wynn family left the house in 1948, the avenue was increasingly neglected, and in the late 1980s was severed by the new A483 Wrexham/Ruabon by-pass.
Old estate gates at Wynnstay The gates are blocked, and there is no visible track leading into the estate. They've not been used in a very long time.
Old estate gates at Wynnstay
The gates are blocked, and there is no visible track leading into the estate. They've not been used in a very long time.
Wynnstay walls The old Wynnstay estate wall, and another of silage bales behind it.
Wynnstay walls
The old Wynnstay estate wall, and another of silage bales behind it.
Plas Wynnstay Wynnstay Hall, now developed into apartments, from the Wat's Dyke Way footpath. According to Pevsner, the house, which was redeveloped after a fire in 1858, is "a High Victorian version of [the] French Renaissance" with "much of the coarseness and little of the gusto associated with the genre". I'm with Pevsner on that.
Plas Wynnstay
Wynnstay Hall, now developed into apartments, from the Wat's Dyke Way footpath. According to Pevsner, the house, which was redeveloped after a fire in 1858, is "a High Victorian version of [the] French Renaissance" with "much of the coarseness and little of the gusto associated with the genre". I'm with Pevsner on that.
Wal y stad Wynnstay The eastern wall of the Wynnstay estate, on the lane to Rhosymadoc. School Lodge is the near building on the left.
Wal y stad Wynnstay
The eastern wall of the Wynnstay estate, on the lane to Rhosymadoc. School Lodge is the near building on the left.
Old circular AA sign in the Bridge End, Ruabon Old AA Sign located in the Bridge End PH on the northwest side of the B5605 Bridge Street, Ruabon. Ruabon community.

This is the Circular, village name on black band, no Motor Union symbol or name type, dating from 1923 showing distances Wrexham 5¼ Llangollen 6 London 180. 

There were five series of AA signs, mostly dating from 1923 and made by Francis & Co / Franco in Deptford, London. The village name and distance to London or Dublin were normally displayed.

Milestone Society National ID: DEN-RUABON
Old circular AA sign in the Bridge End, Ruabon
Old AA Sign located in the Bridge End PH on the northwest side of the B5605 Bridge Street, Ruabon. Ruabon community. This is the Circular, village name on black band, no Motor Union symbol or name type, dating from 1923 showing distances Wrexham 5¼ Llangollen 6 London 180. There were five series of AA signs, mostly dating from 1923 and made by Francis & Co / Franco in Deptford, London. The village name and distance to London or Dublin were normally displayed. Milestone Society National ID: DEN-RUABON
Rontec services, Ruabon Bypass The A483 is a major north-south trunk road in Wales, running for 149 miles between Chester and Junction 42 of the M4 motorway just east of Swansea.
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Rontec services, Ruabon Bypass
The A483 is a major north-south trunk road in Wales, running for 149 miles between Chester and Junction 42 of the M4 motorway just east of Swansea. LinkExternal link SABRE LinkExternal link Wikipedia
A483, Ruabon Bypass The A483 is a major north-south trunk road in Wales, running for 149 miles between Chester and Junction 42 of the M4 motorway just east of Swansea.
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A483, Ruabon Bypass
The A483 is a major north-south trunk road in Wales, running for 149 miles between Chester and Junction 42 of the M4 motorway just east of Swansea. LinkExternal link SABRE LinkExternal link Wikipedia
A483 near Ruabon The A483 is a major north-south trunk road in Wales, running for 149 miles between Chester and Junction 42 of the M4 motorway just east of Swansea.
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A483 near Ruabon
The A483 is a major north-south trunk road in Wales, running for 149 miles between Chester and Junction 42 of the M4 motorway just east of Swansea. LinkExternal link SABRE LinkExternal link Wikipedia
Bridge over the A483 at Ruabon The A483 is a major north-south trunk road in Wales, running for 149 miles between Chester and Junction 42 of the M4 motorway just east of Swansea.
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Bridge over the A483 at Ruabon
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Benchmark in Vincent Street, Ruabon Ordnance Survey benchmark in Vincent Street, Ruabon. Levelled at 116.482m above Newlyn datum, verified in 1960. For a wider view see: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7540804">SJ3044 : The former County Constabulary building, New High Street</a> Benchmark database: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm197092" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm197092">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>
Benchmark in Vincent Street, Ruabon
Ordnance Survey benchmark in Vincent Street, Ruabon. Levelled at 116.482m above Newlyn datum, verified in 1960. For a wider view see: SJ3044 : The former County Constabulary building, New High Street Benchmark database: LinkExternal link
The former County Constabulary building, New High Street Looking across New High Street towards the former County Constabulary building, which is dated 1898. There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark on the side wall behind the white car: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7540783">SJ3044 : Benchmark in Vincent Street, Ruabon</a>
The former County Constabulary building, New High Street
Looking across New High Street towards the former County Constabulary building, which is dated 1898. There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark on the side wall behind the white car: SJ3044 : Benchmark in Vincent Street, Ruabon
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The Lake is located at Grid Ref: SJ3042 (Lat: 52.979004, Lng: -3.0321595)

Unitary Authority: Wrexham

Police Authority: North Wales

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