Priddy Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Somerset Mendip

England

Priddy Pool

Lane past a renovated farm The view is looking along a track running slightly west of south past Lower Pitts Farm <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2564117">ST5350 : Fields opposite Lower Pitts Farm</a> up on the Mendip plateau. The building on the left has been extensively renovated and a new wall added abutting the original building. There is a benchmark <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6941975">ST5350 : Benchmark just escaped the renovations</a> just visible on the slim section of the north-facing wall that remains. — Lane past a renovated farm Credit: Neville Goodman

Priddy Pool, located in Somerset, England, is a small freshwater lake known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. Nestled within the Mendip Hills, this tranquil body of water serves as a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

With a surface area of approximately 2 acres, Priddy Pool is characterized by its calm and clear waters. Surrounded by lush vegetation, the pool is an oasis of serenity, offering a peaceful escape from the bustling city life.

The pool is home to a variety of aquatic plants, such as water lilies and reeds, which provide shelter and food for a diverse range of animals. Birdwatchers can spot various species of waterfowl, including ducks and swans, gracefully gliding across the still surface. The pool also attracts a variety of insects and amphibians, making it an ideal habitat for dragonflies and frogs.

In addition to its natural beauty, Priddy Pool offers recreational activities for visitors. The calm waters are perfect for swimming, and the surrounding meadows provide ample space for picnicking and relaxation. Anglers can enjoy fishing in the pool, as it is known for its healthy population of perch and roach.

Priddy Pool holds historical significance as well, dating back to the 12th century when it was used for water management and irrigation by the local community. Today, it serves as a reminder of the area's rich heritage and natural treasures.

Overall, Priddy Pool is a hidden gem in the heart of Somerset, offering a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and those seeking to immerse themselves in the beauty of the countryside.

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Priddy Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.262488/-2.6771162 or Grid Reference ST5251. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lane past a renovated farm

The view is looking along a track running slightly west of south past Lower Pitts Farm ST5350 : Fields opposite Lower Pitts Farm up on the Mendip plateau. The building on the left has been extensively renovated and a new wall added abutting the original building. There is a benchmark ST5350 : Benchmark just escaped the renovations just visible on the slim section of the north-facing wall that remains.

Neville Goodman

Benchmark just escaped the renovations

Despite comprehensive repointing and the addition of a new wall ST5350 : Lane past a renovated farm, the cut benchmark is still just visible - OS description: BLDG LOWER PITTS FM NW ANG N FACE.

Neville Goodman

Priddy Village Green on NCN3

View of Priddy Village Green from the south east, taken from the section of NCN3 that runs through the village, turning onto Wells Road from Pelting Drove. The thatched building on the green was used to store hurdles formerly used in the annual Priddy Sheep Fair.

Kevin Pearson

Priddy Green

A view of Priddy Green photographed from the northern end of the green by Manor Farm.

Kevin Pearson

Old Bristol Road by Stockhill

A view north west along Old Bristol Road from the edge of Stock Hill.

Kevin Pearson

Monarch's Way

Roger Cornfoot

Fairladywell Cottage

Roger Cornfoot

Direction Sign - Signpost on Plummer's Lane near Priddy

Located on the northwest side of the crossroads on the B5135 Plummer's Lane northwest of the village. Priddy parish. 4 arms and pyramid finial. The fingerpost was restored by Mendip Hills AONB Fund about 2005. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST5151

N Gillett

Direction sign - Signpost on Wells Road, Pincross

Located on a grass triangle in the centre of the junction of Wells Road and Pelting Drove at Pincross. Priddy parish. 3 arms and pyramid finial. The fingerpost was restored by Mendip Hills AONB Fund about 2005. See also Link , Link and Link. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST5250

N Gillett

A red cloud and a bright moon

The Mendips are lit by a crimson cloud and the rising moon.

Neil Owen

Priddy : Plummer's Lane B3135

Looking along Plummer's Lane.

Lewis Clarke

Priddy church

mym

Sheep hurdles at Priddy, Mendip Hills, Somerset

The notice on the side of the stack reads as follows (typographical error faithfully reproduced!). "These hurdles are a symbolic reconstruction of the collection which were stored here to form the pens for the sheep fair which moved from Wells to Priddy in 1348 at the outbreak of the Black Death. The fair is now held annually on the nearest Wednesday to the original date of 21th August."

Patrick Mackie

Priddy Pool

Part of a nature reserve

John Thorn

Ashen Hill Barrows

The Mendip television transmitter is visible on the right

John Thorn

Releasing homing pigeons near Priddy

Rog Frost

Chancellor's Farm

Nice to see that some farms are interested in Wildlife. In fact I think more and more are nowadays. You certainly see bigger rough zones around ploughed fields. The danger area shown on the map is still valid; I often see red flags flying along this stretch of road but I don't know what for. Picture taken on Xmas day 2005 when the Mendips was covered by cloud but the Somerset Levels, to the SW were in full sun (see ST4846 : Knowle Moor taken 30 mins earlier).

Graham Richards