Farm Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Somerset Mendip

England

Farm Pool

Row of houses, Bath Road, Beckington
Row of houses, Bath Road, Beckington Credit: Vieve Forward

Farm Pool is a natural body of water located in Somerset, England. It is classified as a lake, pool, pond, and freshwater marsh due to its unique characteristics. The pool covers an area of approximately 5 acres and is surrounded by lush green farmland.

The water in Farm Pool is primarily sourced from rainfall and underground springs, resulting in a constant flow of fresh water. The lake is known for its crystal-clear waters, which are home to a diverse range of aquatic plants and wildlife.

The freshwater marsh surrounding the pool is a crucial habitat for various species of birds, amphibians, and insects. It provides a safe breeding ground for many rare and endangered species, making it a site of significant ecological importance. Visitors to Farm Pool can observe the rich biodiversity of the area and enjoy the tranquil ambiance created by the surrounding natural landscape.

The pool also attracts fishing enthusiasts, as it is well-stocked with a variety of fish species, including carp, roach, and perch. Fishing is permitted with the appropriate licenses and regulations in place to ensure sustainable practices.

Farm Pool offers a peaceful retreat for nature lovers, hikers, and anglers alike. Its scenic beauty, diverse wildlife, and recreational opportunities make it a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of Somerset.

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Farm Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.282095/-2.272944 or Grid Reference ST8153. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Row of houses, Bath Road, Beckington
Row of houses, Bath Road, Beckington
Old Milestone, A36, Woolverton The milestone is located in Woolverton village, south of the Red Lion, at the end of the low stone wall at the farmhouse, on the grass verge, on the west side of the road. Parish of Tellisford (Mendip district). Cast iron post, C&M Classical iron casting design, erected by the Black Dog turnpike trust in the 19th century. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5789494" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5789494">Link</a>

Inscription reads:-
BATH / 9 / MILES / WARMINSTER / 8 / FROME / 4 

Grade II Listed,  List entry number: 1058876 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1058876" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1058876">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>

Milestone Society National ID: SO_BAWM09
Old Milestone, A36, Woolverton
The milestone is located in Woolverton village, south of the Red Lion, at the end of the low stone wall at the farmhouse, on the grass verge, on the west side of the road. Parish of Tellisford (Mendip district). Cast iron post, C&M Classical iron casting design, erected by the Black Dog turnpike trust in the 19th century. See also Link Inscription reads:- BATH / 9 / MILES / WARMINSTER / 8 / FROME / 4 Grade II Listed, List entry number: 1058876 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_BAWM09
Old Milestone, Former A36, Bath Road, North of Beckington The milestone is located near Clifford Farm, on the rough bank, on the east side of the road. Parish of Beckington (Mendip District). Cast iron post, C&M Classical iron casting design, erected by the Black Dog turnpike trust in the 19th century.

Inscription reads:-
BATH /10 / WARMINSTER 7 / FROME / 3

Grade II listed, List Entry Number: 1345295  <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1345295" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1345295">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>

Milestone Society National ID: SO_BAWM10
Old Milestone, Former A36, Bath Road, North of Beckington
The milestone is located near Clifford Farm, on the rough bank, on the east side of the road. Parish of Beckington (Mendip District). Cast iron post, C&M Classical iron casting design, erected by the Black Dog turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- BATH /10 / WARMINSTER 7 / FROME / 3 Grade II listed, List Entry Number: 1345295 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_BAWM10
Castellated wall in Woolverton
Castellated wall in Woolverton
Lane and footpath sign
Lane and footpath sign
Sign for Rode Manor Nurseries
Sign for Rode Manor Nurseries
Looking west across the Frome River valley, north of Beckington
Looking west across the Frome River valley, north of Beckington
West Terrace A row of Grade II listed houses <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1058873" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1058873">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>  & <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1307981" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1307981">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>  and K6 telephone kiosk <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1393245" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1393245">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>
West Terrace
A row of Grade II listed houses LinkExternal link & LinkExternal link and K6 telephone kiosk LinkExternal link
Woolverton: red telephone box A traditional phone box whose paintwork is peeling markedly.
Woolverton: red telephone box
A traditional phone box whose paintwork is peeling markedly.
Road Junction on the A36  north of Beckington Here is where the B class road takes you onward  to Midford on Avon
Road Junction on the A36 north of Beckington
Here is where the B class road takes you onward to Midford on Avon
Looking towards Beckington Roundabout Great Dunns Close is on the right, the playing field on the left.
Looking towards Beckington Roundabout
Great Dunns Close is on the right, the playing field on the left.
Gazebo, Bath Road Grade II* listed 18th century gazebo. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101345296-gazebo-20-metres-to-north-of-no-13-bath-road-beckington#.YhpvLDjP2Uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101345296-gazebo-20-metres-to-north-of-no-13-bath-road-beckington#.YhpvLDjP2Uk">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>
Gazebo, Bath Road
Grade II* listed 18th century gazebo. LinkExternal link
A361 towards Trowbridge
A361 towards Trowbridge
Bend on A361 Frome Road, Rode Towards Trowbridge.
Bend on A361 Frome Road, Rode
Towards Trowbridge.
Junction of A361 and B3109, Rode
Junction of A361 and B3109, Rode
B3109 Bradford Road Towards Bradford-on-Avon, passing Flexham Farm on the right.
B3109 Bradford Road
Towards Bradford-on-Avon, passing Flexham Farm on the right.
B3109 Bradford Road towards Bradford-on-Avon Passing from Somerset into Wiltshire.
B3109 Bradford Road towards Bradford-on-Avon
Passing from Somerset into Wiltshire.
Pillbox, Tellisford weir A WW2 pillbox, recently cleared of a tonne of rubbish <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.wiltshiretimes.co.uk/news/19665459.litter-lout-visitors-trash-river-frome-beauty-spot/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.wiltshiretimes.co.uk/news/19665459.litter-lout-visitors-trash-river-frome-beauty-spot/">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> , on the Wiltshire bank of the River Frome at Tellisford weir.
Pillbox, Tellisford weir
A WW2 pillbox, recently cleared of a tonne of rubbish LinkExternal link , on the Wiltshire bank of the River Frome at Tellisford weir.
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Farm Pool is located at Grid Ref: ST8153 (Lat: 51.282095, Lng: -2.272944)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.282095,-2.272944
Pub
The Bell
Wikidata: Q26628996
Lat/Long: 51.2806288/-2.2756505
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 51.2804698/-2.2768999
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 51.2797477/-2.2767848
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 51.2795442/-2.2773054
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 51.2803495/-2.2769168
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 51.280808/-2.2774142
Bus Stop
Church Lane
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 3600SOB21744
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Church Lane
Naptan Indicator: SE-bound
Naptan NaptanCode: sotdmdja
Naptan Street: Church Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 51.2817506/-2.2761314
Bus Stop
Bell Inn
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 3600SOB21743
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Bell Inn
Naptan Indicator: N-bound
Naptan NaptanCode: sotdmdjd
Naptan Street: A361
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 51.2807946/-2.2753207
Bus Stop
Bradford Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 360000070
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Bradford Road
Naptan Indicator: E-bound
Naptan NaptanCode: sotdtjdw
Naptan Street: Rode Hill
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 51.2855558/-2.2705663
Bus Stop
Bradford Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 360000071
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Bradford Road
Naptan Indicator: W-bound
Naptan NaptanCode: sotdtjga
Naptan Street: Rode Hill
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 51.2855109/-2.2705969
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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