Abspit Pond

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Somerset

England

Abspit Pond

Goblin Combe Pleasant walks, a few climbable rock outcrops and a lot of trees
Goblin Combe Credit: Doug Lee

Abspit Pond is a freshwater marsh located in Somerset, England. It is situated near the village of Abspit, which is known for its picturesque landscapes and natural beauty. The pond covers an area of approximately 5 acres and is surrounded by lush vegetation and diverse wildlife.

As a freshwater marsh, Abspit Pond is characterized by its shallow waters and abundant plant life. The pond is primarily fed by rainfall and runoff from surrounding areas, resulting in a constant flow of fresh water. This creates an ideal habitat for a variety of aquatic plants, including water lilies, reeds, and cattails.

The pond is also home to a wide range of animal species. Birds such as mallards, herons, and swans can often be seen gliding gracefully across the water, while frogs and toads can be heard croaking from the reeds. Fish, including roach and perch, thrive in the nutrient-rich waters of Abspit Pond, attracting anglers from the local area.

Abspit Pond is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers, who come to enjoy its tranquil atmosphere and observe the diverse wildlife. The surrounding area offers several walking trails, providing visitors with an opportunity to explore the marsh and its surroundings.

Overall, Abspit Pond in Somerset is a beautiful and serene freshwater marsh, teeming with life and offering a peaceful retreat for both wildlife and visitors alike.

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Goblin Combe Pleasant walks, a few climbable rock outcrops and a lot of trees
Goblin Combe
Pleasant walks, a few climbable rock outcrops and a lot of trees
Cleeve: bluebell wood By the road linking Cleeve and Wrington
Cleeve: bluebell wood
By the road linking Cleeve and Wrington
Here be caches This marks the start of a beautiful 5 Km downhill walk/mountain bike ride through Goblin Commbe to Cleeve, though you'll need to arrange a pickup if you don't want to walk all the way back uphill! It  is also the general area where the 'Bristol Airport Travel Bug Hotel' cache lies - see this link for more information and to fnd out about geocaching and travel bugs <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_details.aspx?guid=06de6d1b-6cc1-402f-bc48-da7cd7a7fe36" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_details.aspx?guid=06de6d1b-6cc1-402f-bc48-da7cd7a7fe36">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> .
Here be caches
This marks the start of a beautiful 5 Km downhill walk/mountain bike ride through Goblin Commbe to Cleeve, though you'll need to arrange a pickup if you don't want to walk all the way back uphill! It is also the general area where the 'Bristol Airport Travel Bug Hotel' cache lies - see this link for more information and to fnd out about geocaching and travel bugs LinkExternal link .
Spotters' Heaven Landing Easyjet flight reaches the end of runway 27. This location provides excellent views of Bristol International Airport <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bristolairport.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bristolairport.co.uk/">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> and is nearly always populated by plane spotters.
Spotters' Heaven
Landing Easyjet flight reaches the end of runway 27. This location provides excellent views of Bristol International Airport LinkExternal link and is nearly always populated by plane spotters.
Landing Lights on Wrington Warren Just off the end of Runway 27/09 at Bristol International Airport <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bristolairport.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bristolairport.co.uk/">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> with Wrington Warren and woods beyond. These woods make excellent walking country.
Landing Lights on Wrington Warren
Just off the end of Runway 27/09 at Bristol International Airport LinkExternal link with Wrington Warren and woods beyond. These woods make excellent walking country.
Lane on Backwell Hill
Lane on Backwell Hill
Private Jet 390 Beech Premier Jet, just landed at Bristol International Airport taxiing to the terminal. weblink: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.landair.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/Execjet/hawknew.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.landair.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/Execjet/hawknew.htm">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>
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Private Jet
390 Beech Premier Jet, just landed at Bristol International Airport taxiing to the terminal. weblink: LinkExternal link LinkExternal link
View SE towards Mendip Photo taken whilst doing the nearby "What's that coming over the hill, is it a monster?" geocache - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_details.aspx?guid=3a08970e-8a26-4ce4-8055-105a72468a08" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_details.aspx?guid=3a08970e-8a26-4ce4-8055-105a72468a08">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>
View SE towards Mendip
Photo taken whilst doing the nearby "What's that coming over the hill, is it a monster?" geocache - see LinkExternal link
Bristol Airport, Lulsgate Bottom, Somerset A flight takes off to the west from runway 27. The airport was developed in the 1950s from a standard design WWII fighter airfield. More on the history of the airport can be read here: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bristolairport.co.uk/about_us/history.aspx" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bristolairport.co.uk/about_us/history.aspx">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>
To see what it might have looked like if nothing else had happened at the end of the war please see relevant images in these squares <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SP2506">SP2506</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SP2407">SP2407</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SP2406">SP2406</a>
Bristol Airport, Lulsgate Bottom, Somerset
A flight takes off to the west from runway 27. The airport was developed in the 1950s from a standard design WWII fighter airfield. More on the history of the airport can be read here: LinkExternal link To see what it might have looked like if nothing else had happened at the end of the war please see relevant images in these squares SP2506, SP2407 and SP2406
Goblin Combe cliffs Looking towards King's Wood over Goblin Combe.
Goblin Combe cliffs
Looking towards King's Wood over Goblin Combe.
Edge of Wrington Warren A grassy footpath through the woods near Bristol Airport.
Edge of Wrington Warren
A grassy footpath through the woods near Bristol Airport.
Footpath across a meadow
Footpath across a meadow
Shaded road at Wrington Hill
Shaded road at Wrington Hill
Goblin Combe An SSSI of upland limestone with rare plants and dwarf yew. Excellent views to the S and W.
Goblin Combe
An SSSI of upland limestone with rare plants and dwarf yew. Excellent views to the S and W.
Cleeve woods An ancient beech tree beside the path in Cleeve woods to Goblin Combe.
Cleeve woods
An ancient beech tree beside the path in Cleeve woods to Goblin Combe.
Magpie Hill, Long Lane, Backwell Hill This pink house, known as Magpie Hill, overlooks Bristol Airport from the flank of Backwell Hill. It was built in the 1920s as a pair of cottages, but was converted into a single dwelling in the 1950s or 1960s. This photograph was taken on New Year's Day, 2009, when the hoar frost never melted.
Magpie Hill, Long Lane, Backwell Hill
This pink house, known as Magpie Hill, overlooks Bristol Airport from the flank of Backwell Hill. It was built in the 1920s as a pair of cottages, but was converted into a single dwelling in the 1950s or 1960s. This photograph was taken on New Year's Day, 2009, when the hoar frost never melted.
Looking south from Backwell Hill Taken in the gloaming on New Year's Eve 2008. In better visibility the Mendips loom in the distance. The hoar frost persisted all day (and throughout the next day too).
Looking south from Backwell Hill
Taken in the gloaming on New Year's Eve 2008. In better visibility the Mendips loom in the distance. The hoar frost persisted all day (and throughout the next day too).
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Abspit Pond is located at Grid Ref: ST4865 (Lat: 51.382536, Lng: -2.7413655)

Unitary Authority: North Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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