Black Pot

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Black Pot

Summit of Cot-Town Hill Path takes you most of the way to summit but last few metres is through thick tree cover. A couple of stones marks summit
Summit of Cot-Town Hill Credit: Ralph Greig

Black Pot is a freshwater marsh located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is a small lake-like body of water that serves as a pool and pond, covering an area of approximately 5 acres. The marsh is situated in a picturesque natural setting, surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills.

The water in Black Pot is sourced from various streams and springs in the area, resulting in a constant flow that helps maintain its freshwater quality. The depth of the pool varies throughout the year, with an average depth of around 3 meters. Its dark color, which gives the marsh its name, is due to the presence of organic matter and vegetation in the water.

The marsh is home to a diverse range of aquatic plants and wildlife species. The water supports a variety of aquatic vegetation, including reeds, rushes, and water lilies, providing a habitat for numerous insects, amphibians, and birds. It is not uncommon to spot waterfowl such as ducks and swans gracefully gliding across the surface.

Black Pot also attracts fishing enthusiasts due to its abundant population of fish. Anglers can often be seen casting their lines in search of species like trout, perch, and pike. The marsh is popular for both recreational fishing and competitions, with its tranquil and idyllic surroundings offering a peaceful retreat for fishing enthusiasts.

Overall, Black Pot in Aberdeenshire is a beautiful freshwater marsh that provides a haven for wildlife, a scenic backdrop for nature lovers, and a prime fishing spot for angling enthusiasts.

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Black Pot Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.259211/-2.4422109 or Grid Reference NJ7318. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Summit of Cot-Town Hill Path takes you most of the way to summit but last few metres is through thick tree cover. A couple of stones marks summit
Summit of Cot-Town Hill
Path takes you most of the way to summit but last few metres is through thick tree cover. A couple of stones marks summit
Cot-Town Hill As close to the big point as you can get using the walkers paths around this wooded hill area.
Cot-Town Hill
As close to the big point as you can get using the walkers paths around this wooded hill area.
Kemnay Quarry The quarry in mid June 2023 on a wall to wall blue sky day
Kemnay Quarry
The quarry in mid June 2023 on a wall to wall blue sky day
Houses at Aquhythie Looking west from the road to houses at Aquhythie.
Houses at Aquhythie
Looking west from the road to houses at Aquhythie.
Grassy meadow near Mill Farm Looking northwards over rough grassland from the road to Mill Farm.
Grassy meadow near Mill Farm
Looking northwards over rough grassland from the road to Mill Farm.
Glimpse of the River Don The River Don viewed from the road above to the north.
Glimpse of the River Don
The River Don viewed from the road above to the north.
Shakin' Briggie The Shakin' Briggie suspension footbridge over the River Don, viewed from the riverbank to the north-west.
Shakin' Briggie
The Shakin' Briggie suspension footbridge over the River Don, viewed from the riverbank to the north-west.
Cot-town Triangulation Pillar The trig pillar in a clearing at the top of Cot-town Wood.
Cot-town Triangulation Pillar
The trig pillar in a clearing at the top of Cot-town Wood.
Copse in barley field Copse in a field of barley near Fetternear.
Copse in barley field
Copse in a field of barley near Fetternear.
Resting cattle Cattle lying down in a field at West Aquhorthies.
Resting cattle
Cattle lying down in a field at West Aquhorthies.
Road at Burnhervie Road heading east into the hamlet of Burnhervie.
Road at Burnhervie
Road heading east into the hamlet of Burnhervie.
Field north of the River Don Looking southwards to fields on the north side of the River Don near Waterside.
Field north of the River Don
Looking southwards to fields on the north side of the River Don near Waterside.
Treelined Road Trees by the Burnhervie road.
Treelined Road
Trees by the Burnhervie road.
Farm Building A farm building by the Hervie Burn perhaps once a cottage judging by the outhouses now a disused stable or barn.
Farm Building
A farm building by the Hervie Burn perhaps once a cottage judging by the outhouses now a disused stable or barn.
Mill and Bridge The disused Burnhervie Mill and the road bridge over the burn by it.
Mill and Bridge
The disused Burnhervie Mill and the road bridge over the burn by it.
Wetland by the Burn The Hervie Burn and wet bog with Aquhorthies Wood behind.
Wetland by the Burn
The Hervie Burn and wet bog with Aquhorthies Wood behind.
Wetland by Aquhorthies Wetland by the Hervie Burn with Aquhorthies Farm in the middle distance and Bennachie behind.
Wetland by Aquhorthies
Wetland by the Hervie Burn with Aquhorthies Farm in the middle distance and Bennachie behind.
Burnhervie Mill The disused mill by Burnhervie.
Burnhervie Mill
The disused mill by Burnhervie.
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Black Pot is located at Grid Ref: NJ7318 (Lat: 57.259211, Lng: -2.4422109)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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