Lily Mere

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Westmorland South Lakeland

England

Lily Mere

Lammas Plantation
Lammas Plantation Credit: David Medcalf

Lily Mere is a picturesque freshwater ecosystem located in Westmorland, a county in the northwest of England. This natural marvel is a combination of a lake, pool, pond, and freshwater marsh, making it a unique and diverse habitat for various species of flora and fauna.

Surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills, Lily Mere boasts a serene and tranquil atmosphere, attracting both locals and tourists seeking solace in nature. The lake itself is a stunning body of water, characterized by its crystal-clear, shimmering surface. It spans over a considerable area, providing ample space for recreational activities such as kayaking, canoeing, and fishing.

The pool and pond within Lily Mere are smaller bodies of water, nestled within the marshy areas. These water features are home to a wide range of aquatic plants and smaller aquatic creatures, creating a thriving ecosystem. The marsh is a vital component of Lily Mere, acting as a natural filtration system and providing a habitat for numerous waterfowl, amphibians, and insects.

The flora surrounding Lily Mere is equally impressive, with a diverse array of plants thriving in the wetland environment. Tall reeds and grasses dominate the marsh, while lilies and other aquatic plants adorn the edges of the lake, pool, and pond. These flora not only contribute to the beauty of the area but also provide food and shelter for the various wildlife that calls Lily Mere home.

Overall, Lily Mere is a haven of natural beauty, offering visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in the tranquility of its waters, marvel at its diverse plant life, and observe the numerous species that thrive within its boundaries.

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Lily Mere Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.31729/-2.6098816 or Grid Reference SD6091. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lammas Plantation
Lammas Plantation
Old Park Old Park is forested, unlike the tussock grass covered New Park.  Much of the plantation has recently been felled, and the fencing that will protect the new crop has just been installed.
Old Park
Old Park is forested, unlike the tussock grass covered New Park. Much of the plantation has recently been felled, and the fencing that will protect the new crop has just been installed.
Logging road, Old Park Forest road in a large recently cleared area. The fence is protecting newly planted trees from deer.
Logging road, Old Park
Forest road in a large recently cleared area. The fence is protecting newly planted trees from deer.
River Lune at Killington New Bridge
River Lune at Killington New Bridge
The Lane to Ghyll Farm
The Lane to Ghyll Farm
B6256 at Killington New Bridge
B6256 at Killington New Bridge
Killington services and reservoir Probably the motorway service station with the best view in Britain. The building on the right is the restaurant.
Killington services and reservoir
Probably the motorway service station with the best view in Britain. The building on the right is the restaurant.
Killington Reservoir The reservoir was completed in 1819, although it has been enlarged several times since then, and now covers 153 acres. The photograph shows that it is not full.
Killington Reservoir
The reservoir was completed in 1819, although it has been enlarged several times since then, and now covers 153 acres. The photograph shows that it is not full.
Killington Reservoir Dam Killington Reservoir was constructed in 1819 as the feeder reservoir for the Lancaster Canal
Killington Reservoir Dam
Killington Reservoir was constructed in 1819 as the feeder reservoir for the Lancaster Canal
Looking towards Killington Lake From just east of the M6
Looking towards Killington Lake
From just east of the M6
Killington Lake January sunset over Killington Lake.
Killington Lake
January sunset over Killington Lake.
Killington Reservoir Warm summer evening at Killington Reservoir. The photograph was taken from the eastern side of the lake, with the motorway services not in view from where the photo had been taken.
Killington Reservoir
Warm summer evening at Killington Reservoir. The photograph was taken from the eastern side of the lake, with the motorway services not in view from where the photo had been taken.
Killington Lake Motorway Services
Killington Lake Motorway Services
Killington Reservoir The reservoir, and the Howgills beyond, from Killington Services on the M6.
Killington Reservoir
The reservoir, and the Howgills beyond, from Killington Services on the M6.
Island on Killington Lake A favourite for water sports enthusiasts
Island on Killington Lake
A favourite for water sports enthusiasts
Junction 37 A very quiet junction on the M6 which once has some very rude things written about it in a hitch-hiking manual. (Lack of traffic). Looking down the road with the Lambrigg power station in the background.
Junction 37
A very quiet junction on the M6 which once has some very rude things written about it in a hitch-hiking manual. (Lack of traffic). Looking down the road with the Lambrigg power station in the background.
Motorway Junction This is motorway junction 37 taken from the M6 travelling, in a northerly direction.  The motorway is quiet as it was early morning.
Motorway Junction
This is motorway junction 37 taken from the M6 travelling, in a northerly direction. The motorway is quiet as it was early morning.
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Lily Mere is located at Grid Ref: SD6091 (Lat: 54.31729, Lng: -2.6098816)

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

What 3 Words

///cleansed.hammocks.graceful. Near Sedbergh, Cumbria

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Located within 500m of 54.31729,-2.6098816
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.3193635/-2.6034796
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