Lyon's Pool

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

England

Lyon's Pool

Beauty Bank Farmhouse west of Coxgreen in Staffordshire Just over into Shropshire, this farmhouse has been expertly renovated and extended, including the use of local sandstone materials. Superb!
Beauty Bank Farmhouse west of Coxgreen in Staffordshire Credit: Roger Kidd

Lyon's Pool is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Spanning over an area of approximately 10 acres, it is nestled within a tranquil rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery. The pool is a natural waterbody formed by a combination of surface runoff and underground springs.

Lyon's Pool is known for its crystal-clear waters, which are teeming with diverse aquatic life. The pool is home to a variety of fish species, including perch, roach, and tench, making it an ideal spot for fishing enthusiasts. Additionally, the area surrounding the pool is rich in birdlife, attracting numerous species such as swans, ducks, and herons, providing a haven for birdwatchers.

The pool is encompassed by a dense cover of reeds and water plants, creating a thriving ecosystem for many amphibians, insects, and other small animals. These wetland habitats provide crucial breeding grounds and feeding areas for a range of wildlife.

Visitors to Lyon's Pool can enjoy its natural beauty by taking leisurely walks along the designated paths that encircle the pool. The area is also well-equipped with benches and picnic spots, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy the serene surroundings. The pool is accessible to both anglers and nature enthusiasts, offering a peaceful and tranquil environment.

Lyon's Pool is a popular destination for local residents and tourists alike, seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty, combined with its abundance of wildlife, makes it an idyllic spot for those seeking a peaceful retreat in Staffordshire's countryside.

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Beauty Bank Farmhouse west of Coxgreen in Staffordshire Just over into Shropshire, this farmhouse has been expertly renovated and extended, including the use of local sandstone materials. Superb!
Beauty Bank Farmhouse west of Coxgreen in Staffordshire
Just over into Shropshire, this farmhouse has been expertly renovated and extended, including the use of local sandstone materials. Superb!
Grazing Land near Lindridge, Shropshire
Grazing Land near Lindridge, Shropshire
Lane junction near Lindridge
Lane junction near Lindridge
Meeting of several farm tracks
Meeting of several farm tracks
Barrets - a couple of abandoned barns Two abandoned barns of different ages adjacent to the bridleway between The Hollies and Filletts farms.
Barrets - a couple of abandoned barns
Two abandoned barns of different ages adjacent to the bridleway between The Hollies and Filletts farms.
Towards High Barns Farm from the lane near Lindridge Grazing land west of High Barns Farm.
Towards High Barns Farm from the lane near Lindridge
Grazing land west of High Barns Farm.
Barn conversion just off Batfield Lane
Barn conversion just off Batfield Lane
A badly boggy bit The generally good bridleway between The Hollies and Filletts farms is rather let down by this boggy, muddy section in the woods.
A badly boggy bit
The generally good bridleway between The Hollies and Filletts farms is rather let down by this boggy, muddy section in the woods.
Farm track in winter
Farm track in winter
Enville Hall Grade II listed 16C&17C hall built by the Grey family, Earls of Stamford and Warrington. The extensive estate comprises 6500acres at Enville.
Enville Hall
Grade II listed 16C&17C hall built by the Grey family, Earls of Stamford and Warrington. The extensive estate comprises 6500acres at Enville.
View to Enville Church Quintessential English village church near to Enville Hall with sheep grazing the fields. The church is largely Norman built on to an earlier Saxon foundation. The tower dates from the mid 1870s and is  a late commission by George Gilbert Scott the renowned architect of churches, cathedrals and St Pancras Station.
View to Enville Church
Quintessential English village church near to Enville Hall with sheep grazing the fields. The church is largely Norman built on to an earlier Saxon foundation. The tower dates from the mid 1870s and is a late commission by George Gilbert Scott the renowned architect of churches, cathedrals and St Pancras Station.
Former Enville School School in the estate village erected by the Countess of Stamford and Warrington in the 1860s.
Former Enville School
School in the estate village erected by the Countess of Stamford and Warrington in the 1860s.
Gateway at Enville Hall The gate in the brick wall surrounding the hall leads into the landscaped gardens.
Gateway at Enville Hall
The gate in the brick wall surrounding the hall leads into the landscaped gardens.
Enville Cricket Club In the grounds of Enville Hall.
Enville Cricket Club
In the grounds of Enville Hall.
Scoreboard at Enville Cricket Club Built onto the wall surrounding Enville Hall.
Scoreboard at Enville Cricket Club
Built onto the wall surrounding Enville Hall.
Ha-ha at Enville Hall The Ha-ha or sunken wall feature separates the house and gardens from the grazing in the landscaped parkland.
Ha-ha at Enville Hall
The Ha-ha or sunken wall feature separates the house and gardens from the grazing in the landscaped parkland.
Main Entrance To Enville Hall.
Main Entrance To Enville Hall.
Steep Hill on the Sheepwalks Lane, Kinver A photo never really shows how steep a road is, this one is quite steep.
Steep Hill on the Sheepwalks Lane, Kinver
A photo never really shows how steep a road is, this one is quite steep.
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Lyon's Pool is located at Grid Ref: SO8186 (Lat: 52.475632, Lng: -2.2789063)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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