Dogkennel Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Staffordshire South Staffordshire

England

Dogkennel Pool

Shrewsbury Lodge to Weston Park Located just inside the entranceway at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4898823">SJ7910 : Shrewsbury Gate, Weston Park</a>, the lodge was built in the 18th century and attracted its Grade II listing <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101039233-shrewsbury-lodge-to-weston-park-blymhill-and-weston-under-lizard" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101039233-shrewsbury-lodge-to-weston-park-blymhill-and-weston-under-lizard">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> &amp; <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1039233" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1039233">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> in 1953. — Shrewsbury Lodge to Weston Park Credit: Richard Law

Dogkennel Pool is a freshwater body located in Staffordshire, England. Spanning an area of approximately 10 hectares, it serves as a popular recreational spot for both locals and tourists. The pool is situated within the picturesque landscape of Cannock Chase, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Surrounded by lush greenery and woodlands, Dogkennel Pool offers a serene and tranquil environment for visitors. The pool itself is characterized by its calm and clear waters, making it an ideal location for various water activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. Anglers are particularly drawn to this spot due to the abundant fish population, including species like pike, perch, and carp.

The pool is also home to a diverse range of aquatic flora and fauna. Its shores are adorned with reed beds and other freshwater marsh vegetation, providing an important habitat for numerous bird species, including herons, kingfishers, and various waterfowl. Nature enthusiasts can observe and appreciate these avian species in their natural habitat, making Dogkennel Pool a popular destination for birdwatching.

The pool is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities and nearby amenities such as picnic areas and walking trails. It provides a perfect opportunity for both relaxation and outdoor recreation. Whether it be a leisurely stroll along the water's edge or an adventurous day of water sports, Dogkennel Pool offers a diverse range of activities for individuals and families alike.

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Shrewsbury Lodge to Weston Park Located just inside the entranceway at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4898823">SJ7910 : Shrewsbury Gate, Weston Park</a>, the lodge was built in the 18th century and attracted its Grade II listing <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101039233-shrewsbury-lodge-to-weston-park-blymhill-and-weston-under-lizard" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101039233-shrewsbury-lodge-to-weston-park-blymhill-and-weston-under-lizard">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> &amp; <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1039233" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1039233">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> in 1953.

Shrewsbury Lodge to Weston Park

Located just inside the entranceway at SJ7910 : Shrewsbury Gate, Weston Park, the lodge was built in the 18th century and attracted its Grade II listing Link

in 1953.

Front of Weston House Weston Park is no ordinary stately home. Set amongst 1,000 acres of Capability Brown landscaped parkland and former home to the Earls of Bradford, Weston has a rich history, an internationally important art collection.

Front of Weston House

Weston Park is no ordinary stately home. Set amongst 1,000 acres of Capability Brown landscaped parkland and former home to the Earls of Bradford, Weston has a rich history, an internationally important art collection.

Weston House Weston Park is no ordinary stately home. Set amongst 1,000 acres of Capability Brown landscaped parkland and former home to the Earls of Bradford, Weston has a rich history, an internationally important art collection and all the grandeur you would expect from a stately home – but with a very modern outlook.

Weston House

Weston Park is no ordinary stately home. Set amongst 1,000 acres of Capability Brown landscaped parkland and former home to the Earls of Bradford, Weston has a rich history, an internationally important art collection and all the grandeur you would expect from a stately home – but with a very modern outlook.

Formal garden at Weston Park Colour from bedding out plants.

Formal garden at Weston Park

Colour from bedding out plants.

The railway in Weston Park The Weston Park Railway has been running for over 30 years from Weston Central Station and has developed into one of Britain’s premier miniature railways. Merlin is our resident locomotive, built specially in the workshop for the railway in 1999.

The railway in Weston Park

The Weston Park Railway has been running for over 30 years from Weston Central Station and has developed into one of Britain’s premier miniature railways. Merlin is our resident locomotive, built specially in the workshop for the railway in 1999.

Formal garden at Weston Park Knot garden with fountain.

Formal garden at Weston Park

Knot garden with fountain.

Knot garden at Weston Park Created with neatly trimmed Box hedging.

Knot garden at Weston Park

Created with neatly trimmed Box hedging.

Knot garden at Weston Park Created with carefully trimmed Box hedging.

Knot garden at Weston Park

Created with carefully trimmed Box hedging.

View of the woods from the house The grounds were landscaped in the style of Capability Brown.

View of the woods from the house

The grounds were landscaped in the style of Capability Brown.

The view from the house Sweeping lawns and majestic trees are typical of this style of gardening.

The view from the house

Sweeping lawns and majestic trees are typical of this style of gardening.

View from the house Manicured lawns and mature trees are important parts of this style of garden.

View from the house

Manicured lawns and mature trees are important parts of this style of garden.

Weston House The knot garden at the side of the house.

Weston House

The knot garden at the side of the house.

The knot garden at the front of the house The tall plants in the beds are standard roses.

The knot garden at the front of the house

The tall plants in the beds are standard roses.

Sloping flower beds down to the next level The steps are flanked by large urns.

Sloping flower beds down to the next level

The steps are flanked by large urns.

Herbaceous beds along the edge of the lower terrace The plant in the lower right hand corner is one of the Euphorbias.

Herbaceous beds along the edge of the lower terrace

The plant in the lower right hand corner is one of the Euphorbias.

Weston House View of the house from the lower terrace.

Weston House

View of the house from the lower terrace.

Cubist style horse Sculpture on the lawn at Weston Park.

Cubist style horse

Sculpture on the lawn at Weston Park.

Cottages on the Weston Park Estate The road is the A5, Watling Street.

Cottages on the Weston Park Estate

The road is the A5, Watling Street.

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Dogkennel Pool is located at Grid Ref: SJ8010 (Lat: 52.693351, Lng: -2.2851757)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Located within 500m of 52.693351,-2.2851757

Weston under Lizard

Is In: Staffordshire

Place: village

Lat/Long: 52.6957818/-2.2908629

Bus Stop

Weston Hall

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 3800C609400

Naptan Bearing: W

Naptan CommonName: Weston Hall

Naptan Indicator: Adj

Naptan Landmark: Weston Hall

Naptan Street: Weston Park

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 52.6953175/-2.28808

Post Office

Naptan AtcoCode: 3800C609801

Naptan Bearing: W

Naptan BusStopType: CUS

Naptan CommonName: Post Office

Naptan Indicator: Opp

Naptan Landmark: Post Office

Naptan Street: Watling St

Naptan Verified: no

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 52.6954655/-2.2915585

Cafe

Granary Deli

Lat/Long: 52.6937214/-2.2861305

Weston Hall

Castle Type: palace

Historic: castle

Lat/Long: 52.693037/-2.2878819

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 52.6954589/-2.2874039

Barrier: yes

Lat/Long: 52.6936325/-2.2856924

Rose Paterson Art Gallery

Addr Street: Shrewsbury Drive

Level: 2

Toilets: yes

Toilets Access: customers

Toilets Wheelchair: designated

Tourism: gallery

Wheelchair: yes

Lat/Long: 52.6937415/-2.2862557

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