Baltonsborough Flights

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Somerset Mendip

England

Baltonsborough Flights

Looking south down Main Street, Barton St. David Taken opposite 'Avalon' the house where I grew up, looking south down Main Street alongside Stocks Farm.
Looking south down Main Street, Barton St. David Credit: Tim Cook

Baltonsborough Flights is a picturesque freshwater ecosystem located in Somerset, England. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, it comprises a lake, pool, pond, and freshwater marsh, which collectively create a diverse habitat for various species of flora and fauna.

The lake, with its crystal-clear waters, is the central attraction of Baltonsborough Flights. It spans across 20 acres and is home to numerous aquatic plants, such as water lilies and reeds, providing a perfect breeding ground for fish and other water-dwelling creatures. Anglers often visit the lake to test their skills and try their luck at catching carp, perch, and pike.

Adjacent to the lake, a smaller pool can be found. This tranquil body of water is a haven for birdwatchers, as it attracts a wide variety of bird species, including herons, kingfishers, and mallards. The pool is surrounded by lush vegetation, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere.

A winding path leads visitors to a serene pond tucked away in a secluded corner of Baltonsborough Flights. The pond is teeming with life, with frogs, newts, and dragonflies being commonly spotted here. It provides a perfect habitat for these creatures, offering ample food sources and shelter.

Lastly, the freshwater marsh completes the ecosystem of Baltonsborough Flights. This wetland area is characterized by low-lying vegetation and marsh grasses, attracting a wide range of amphibians, insects, and birds. It serves as a vital breeding ground for many species, contributing to the overall biodiversity of the area.

Baltonsborough Flights is not only a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers but also a place of tranquility and natural beauty, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the wonders of the Somerset countryside.

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Baltonsborough Flights Images

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Looking south down Main Street, Barton St. David Taken opposite 'Avalon' the house where I grew up, looking south down Main Street alongside Stocks Farm.
Looking south down Main Street, Barton St. David
Taken opposite 'Avalon' the house where I grew up, looking south down Main Street alongside Stocks Farm.
Donkeys at West Town, Baltonsborough
Donkeys at West Town, Baltonsborough
Christmas Mistletoe A traditional apple orchard in the heart of Somerset.
Christmas Mistletoe
A traditional apple orchard in the heart of Somerset.
The Greyhound Inn, Baltonsborough
The Greyhound Inn, Baltonsborough
Clerks Cottage This small cottage, in local vernacular and built of lias stone, lies beside the churchyard.
Clerks Cottage
This small cottage, in local vernacular and built of lias stone, lies beside the churchyard.
War Memorial
War Memorial
A New House
A New House
Palm Trees in Somerset
Palm Trees in Somerset
New Village Hall and Primary School
New Village Hall and Primary School
St Dunstan's Church The church dates from the fifteenth century and is a complete work of one period.
Both nave and chancel have waggon roofs of rather low pitch and are covered externally with stone tiles.
The chancel roof has three purlins, the side purlins being nearer to the walls than the centre line of the roof. There is a rich wall plate with three hollow mouldings, each containing carved paterae or leaf ornaments, with an angel at the spring of each base. There are carved bosses at the intersections of the ribs.
The nave roof is similar, except that the wall plate is plain and without angels. At its eastern side, however, there is an interesting and valuable enriched section with eleven short purlins dividing this section into twenty four small rectangular compartments. The reason for this particular enrichment is the desire to form a kind of canopy of honour over the great Rood and its accompanying figures, which stood on a loft on the screen. The existing screen is modern.
The above is an extract from a report written on the church in 1922.
St Dunstan's Church
The church dates from the fifteenth century and is a complete work of one period. Both nave and chancel have waggon roofs of rather low pitch and are covered externally with stone tiles. The chancel roof has three purlins, the side purlins being nearer to the walls than the centre line of the roof. There is a rich wall plate with three hollow mouldings, each containing carved paterae or leaf ornaments, with an angel at the spring of each base. There are carved bosses at the intersections of the ribs. The nave roof is similar, except that the wall plate is plain and without angels. At its eastern side, however, there is an interesting and valuable enriched section with eleven short purlins dividing this section into twenty four small rectangular compartments. The reason for this particular enrichment is the desire to form a kind of canopy of honour over the great Rood and its accompanying figures, which stood on a loft on the screen. The existing screen is modern. The above is an extract from a report written on the church in 1922.
Font in St Dunstan's Church
Font in St Dunstan's Church
Mill Leat at Baltonsborough Taken from the churchyard of St Dunstan's Church.
Mill Leat at Baltonsborough
Taken from the churchyard of St Dunstan's Church.
New Houses On the site of the former paper mill at Baltonsborough.
New Houses
On the site of the former paper mill at Baltonsborough.
Wallyer's Bridge Over the River Brue.
Wallyer's Bridge
Over the River Brue.
Tootle Bridge, Barton St David Tootle Bridge is on the River Brue, the white water is from and old  mill stream that has its confluence at this point.
Tootle Bridge, Barton St David
Tootle Bridge is on the River Brue, the white water is from and old mill stream that has its confluence at this point.
Coronation Seat Barton St David This is Barton St David at the junction of High Lane, Church St, and Mill Lane. The seat was placed there to commemorate the coronation in 1953
Coronation Seat Barton St David
This is Barton St David at the junction of High Lane, Church St, and Mill Lane. The seat was placed there to commemorate the coronation in 1953
2007 : Cottages at Gosling Street At the end of a lane from Barton St.David on low lying land, the main business here seems to be sheep and cattle farming.
2007 : Cottages at Gosling Street
At the end of a lane from Barton St.David on low lying land, the main business here seems to be sheep and cattle farming.
2007 : Traffic of the Area At Gosling Street.  Barton Lower Farm is about 150 yards behind the camera position.
2007 : Traffic of the Area
At Gosling Street. Barton Lower Farm is about 150 yards behind the camera position.
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Baltonsborough Flights is located at Grid Ref: ST5433 (Lat: 51.101995, Lng: -2.6473174)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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