Castle Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Gloucestershire Tewkesbury

England

Castle Pool

Same gate, different sign, similar meaning Following up my last visit exactly five years ago see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2213364">SO7816 : Bull in field?</a>.
Same gate, different sign, similar meaning Credit: Jonathan Billinger

Castle Pool is a picturesque freshwater body located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Nestled within the scenic countryside, this serene lake, also known as a pool or pond, spans across an area of approximately 10 acres. Surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills, Castle Pool offers a tranquil retreat for nature enthusiasts and visitors alike.

The pool is fed by several small streams that flow from the surrounding hills, ensuring a constant supply of cool, clear freshwater. This, in turn, creates an ideal habitat for a diverse range of aquatic flora and fauna. The pool's water is relatively calm and still, creating a peaceful atmosphere.

The shores of Castle Pool are adorned with a variety of plant life, such as water lilies, reeds, and cattails. These plants not only enhance the beauty of the pool but also provide shelter and nesting grounds for numerous bird species. Visitors can often spot ducks, swans, herons, and other waterfowl gracefully gliding across the surface or nesting in the surrounding vegetation.

Additionally, Castle Pool is home to a rich variety of fish species, including carp, roach, and perch. Anglers frequent the pool to enjoy a peaceful day of fishing, while families can gather to observe the vibrant underwater world through the crystal-clear waters.

The pool is easily accessible via a well-maintained footpath that winds through the surrounding countryside. Its idyllic location, combined with its diverse ecosystem and peaceful ambiance, makes Castle Pool a hidden gem for nature lovers and a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll or a peaceful picnic.

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Castle Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.859765/-2.3089409 or Grid Reference SO7817. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Same gate, different sign, similar meaning Following up my last visit exactly five years ago see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2213364">SO7816 : Bull in field?</a>.
Same gate, different sign, similar meaning
Following up my last visit exactly five years ago see SO7816 : Bull in field?.
Drain at Calcott's Green Edge of the Severn flood plain.
Drain at Calcott's Green
Edge of the Severn flood plain.
Calcott's Green The houses on the right appear to be just above the flood plain to the left.
Calcott's Green
The houses on the right appear to be just above the flood plain to the left.
A40 near Highnam Woods Taken from the No 33 bus travelling from Mitcheldean to Gloucester.
A40 near Highnam Woods
Taken from the No 33 bus travelling from Mitcheldean to Gloucester.
A40 near Beauchamp Lodge Looking west towards Petrol Station from the rear of the No 33 bus travelling towards Gloucester.
A40 near Beauchamp Lodge
Looking west towards Petrol Station from the rear of the No 33 bus travelling towards Gloucester.
A40 at Highnam Looking westwards from rear of No 33 bus travelling towards Gloucester.
A40 at Highnam
Looking westwards from rear of No 33 bus travelling towards Gloucester.
Track and footpath Heads west to the RSPB reserve of Highnam Woods.
Track and footpath
Heads west to the RSPB reserve of Highnam Woods.
Oak by the road to Highnam Mature tree in full leaf of early summer.
Oak by the road to Highnam
Mature tree in full leaf of early summer.
Church Lane, Minsterworth
Church Lane, Minsterworth
View towards Highnam Woods from Two Mile Lane
View towards Highnam Woods from Two Mile Lane
The A40, Highnam
The A40, Highnam
The A40, Highnam
The A40, Highnam
Petrol station on the A40, Highnam
Petrol station on the A40, Highnam
RB Cars on the A40, Highnam
RB Cars on the A40, Highnam
Petrol station by the A40, Highnam
Petrol station by the A40, Highnam
Highnam: south of Beauchamp House 1-km square visited as part of the Gloucestershire Winter Bird Survey. A Bluett.
Highnam: south of Beauchamp House
1-km square visited as part of the Gloucestershire Winter Bird Survey. A Bluett.
Old prefab, 1 An unusual building on farmland by the path south from Churcham.
Old prefab, 1
An unusual building on farmland by the path south from Churcham.
Old prefab, 2 This building has been left standing whilst others have clearly been removed since my Geograph friend Philip Halling visited here in 2010. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1862125">SO7618 : Prefab buildings near Churcham Church</a>.
The reason for its survival is indicated by the notice at the end that explains that there is a colony of bats in here.
Old prefab, 2
This building has been left standing whilst others have clearly been removed since my Geograph friend Philip Halling visited here in 2010. See SO7618 : Prefab buildings near Churcham Church. The reason for its survival is indicated by the notice at the end that explains that there is a colony of bats in here.
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Castle Pool is located at Grid Ref: SO7817 (Lat: 51.859765, Lng: -2.3089409)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Tewkesbury

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.859765,-2.3089409
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:20; Sa 08:00
Note: Ref was wrong, corrected
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: GL2 222
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source Ref: survey
Lat/Long: 51.8566139/-2.3074074
Bus Stop
The Apple Tree
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL3281
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: The Apple Tree
Naptan NaptanCode: gloatjmj
Naptan Street: A48
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.85635/-2.3091909
Bus Stop
The Apple Tree
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL3282
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: The Apple Tree
Naptan Indicator: Opp
Naptan NaptanCode: gloatjmd
Naptan Street: A48
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8565542/-2.3087486
Bus Stop
Garage
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL3285
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Hygrove Ln
Naptan Indicator: Opp
Naptan NaptanCode: gloatjwa
Naptan Street: A48
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8596288/-2.3045547
Bus Stop
Garage
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL3286
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Hygrove Ln
Naptan NaptanCode: gloatjwd
Naptan Street: A48
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.8597077/-2.3047632
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.8600186/-2.3024954
Speed Camera
Lat/Long: 51.8580571/-2.3058792
Hectors Farm
Landuse: farm
Note Retag: CS #48756035
Source: OS Opendata Streetview
Lat/Long: 51.8622849/-2.3056996
Barrier: stile
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.8565489/-2.3070679
Barrier: stile
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.8566176/-2.3069318
The Apple Tree Inn
Disused Amenity: pub
Heritage: 2
Heritage Operator: Historic England
Listed Status: Grade II
Ref GB Nhle: 1340316
Wikidata: Q26624511
Lat/Long: 51.8560596/-2.3096271
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.857686/-2.3047396
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.8583239/-2.3044882
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.8596707/-2.3029708
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 51.8597485/-2.3037703
Fuel
Lat/Long: 51.8594135/-2.305225
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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