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Black Lake

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Staffordshire Stafford

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Black Lake

Reservoir fence and water tower on Hanchurch Hills
Reservoir fence and water tower on Hanchurch Hills Credit: Jonathan Hutchins

Black Lake is a freshwater body located in Staffordshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 20 hectares, it is situated within the town of West Bromwich. The lake, also known as Black Patch, is a popular leisure destination for locals and visitors alike.

Surrounded by green spaces, Black Lake offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling urban environment. It is a man-made lake, originally constructed in the late 19th century to serve as a reservoir for the nearby factories. Over the years, it has evolved into a recreational area, attracting people looking for leisure activities such as fishing, boating, and birdwatching.

The lake features a diverse range of flora and fauna, including water lilies, reeds, and various species of waterfowl. The surrounding area includes grassy banks, providing ample space for picnics and relaxation. The picturesque scenery of Black Lake makes it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts to explore and enjoy the natural beauty of Staffordshire.

For fishing enthusiasts, the lake offers a variety of fish species, including carp, bream, perch, and roach. It is a popular angling destination, with fishing platforms and facilities available for visitors. The lake is regularly stocked to maintain a healthy fish population, ensuring an enjoyable fishing experience for all.

Black Lake is easily accessible, with parking facilities and public transport links nearby. It is a beloved local landmark and an important part of the natural heritage of Staffordshire, providing a peaceful oasis for both residents and visitors seeking a connection with nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.952844/-2.2156751 or Grid Reference SJ8539. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Reservoir fence and water tower on Hanchurch Hills
Reservoir fence and water tower on Hanchurch Hills
Path on Hanchurch Hills
Path on Hanchurch Hills
Clearing on Hanchurch Hills
Clearing on Hanchurch Hills
Farm track and footpath over M6
Farm track and footpath over M6
M6 looking south near junction 15 The M6 motorway runs from junction 19 of the M1 at the Catthorpe Interchange, near Rugby to the Gretna junction (J45). Here it becomes the A74(M) and M74 which continues to Glasgow. The M6 is the longest motorway in the United Kingdom (232 miles) and one of the busiest. It incorporates the first length of motorway opened in the UK (the Preston bypass in 1958) and forms part of a motorway "Backbone of Britain", running north-south between London and Glasgow via the industrial north of England. It is also part of the east-west route between the Midlands and the east coast ports.
M6 looking south near junction 15
The M6 motorway runs from junction 19 of the M1 at the Catthorpe Interchange, near Rugby to the Gretna junction (J45). Here it becomes the A74(M) and M74 which continues to Glasgow. The M6 is the longest motorway in the United Kingdom (232 miles) and one of the busiest. It incorporates the first length of motorway opened in the UK (the Preston bypass in 1958) and forms part of a motorway "Backbone of Britain", running north-south between London and Glasgow via the industrial north of England. It is also part of the east-west route between the Midlands and the east coast ports.
Track leading up to Kingswood Bank
Track leading up to Kingswood Bank
Kingswood Bank Trentham Gardens is a country estate of 450 hectares between Stoke and Stone in Staffordshire. The gardens were created by Lancelot 'Capability' Brown for the Duke of Sutherland, centred around a mile-long lake fed from the adjacent River Trent with formal gardens in the Italian style by Charles Barry to the north. Most of the original hall (also by Barry) at the north end of the estate was demolished c.1912, the remaining parts being grade II* listed. The estate as a whole is a Grade II* listed park (list entry 1001168). For much of the 20th century following demolition of the hall, public access to the estate was free, and at various times the site included a Lido, ballroom and deer park. After a period of closure from about 1980, the gardens reopened in 2004 but are now commercially owned and access is now by a fee, with a supplemental charge for entrance to the 'Monkey Forest' in the wooded hillside to the west of the lake. The main entrance is at the north-east corner through the open air shopping mall.
Kingswood Bank
Trentham Gardens is a country estate of 450 hectares between Stoke and Stone in Staffordshire. The gardens were created by Lancelot 'Capability' Brown for the Duke of Sutherland, centred around a mile-long lake fed from the adjacent River Trent with formal gardens in the Italian style by Charles Barry to the north. Most of the original hall (also by Barry) at the north end of the estate was demolished c.1912, the remaining parts being grade II* listed. The estate as a whole is a Grade II* listed park (list entry 1001168). For much of the 20th century following demolition of the hall, public access to the estate was free, and at various times the site included a Lido, ballroom and deer park. After a period of closure from about 1980, the gardens reopened in 2004 but are now commercially owned and access is now by a fee, with a supplemental charge for entrance to the 'Monkey Forest' in the wooded hillside to the west of the lake. The main entrance is at the north-east corner through the open air shopping mall.
M6 looking north towards junction 15 The M6 motorway runs from junction 19 of the M1 at the Catthorpe Interchange, near Rugby to the Gretna junction (J45). Here it becomes the A74(M) and M74 which continues to Glasgow. The M6 is the longest motorway in the United Kingdom (232 miles) and one of the busiest. It incorporates the first length of motorway opened in the UK (the Preston bypass in 1958) and forms part of a motorway "Backbone of Britain", running north-south between London and Glasgow via the industrial north of England. It is also part of the east-west route between the Midlands and the east coast ports.
M6 looking north towards junction 15
The M6 motorway runs from junction 19 of the M1 at the Catthorpe Interchange, near Rugby to the Gretna junction (J45). Here it becomes the A74(M) and M74 which continues to Glasgow. The M6 is the longest motorway in the United Kingdom (232 miles) and one of the busiest. It incorporates the first length of motorway opened in the UK (the Preston bypass in 1958) and forms part of a motorway "Backbone of Britain", running north-south between London and Glasgow via the industrial north of England. It is also part of the east-west route between the Midlands and the east coast ports.
Track leading up to Kingswood Bank
Track leading up to Kingswood Bank
Pool below Kingswood Bank
Pool below Kingswood Bank
New Road A new road under construction on the A53 near Tittensor
New Road
A new road under construction on the A53 near Tittensor
Plenty more to harrow Looking across this field towards Kingswood Bank. The tractor is harrowing the field, working towards the camera.
Plenty more to harrow
Looking across this field towards Kingswood Bank. The tractor is harrowing the field, working towards the camera.
Bridge over the M6 This is the bridge just over a mile south of junction 15. It carries a track from the A519 towards Kings Wood.
Bridge over the M6
This is the bridge just over a mile south of junction 15. It carries a track from the A519 towards Kings Wood.
M6 looking south From the bridge <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/250344">SJ8539 : Bridge over the M6</a>
M6 looking south
From the bridge SJ8539 : Bridge over the M6
Bridge over M6, with hot air balloon The bridge carries a lane from the A519 near The Toft towards Kings Wood
Bridge over M6, with hot air balloon
The bridge carries a lane from the A519 near The Toft towards Kings Wood
Stile to nowhere The bridge over the M6 has a gate which could swing across the entrance, the post is by the opposite rail. This stile should meet up with it, but the hinges seem to have seized up when I tried to move it. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/250670">SJ8539 : Bridge over M6, with hot air balloon</a>
Stile to nowhere
The bridge over the M6 has a gate which could swing across the entrance, the post is by the opposite rail. This stile should meet up with it, but the hinges seem to have seized up when I tried to move it. See SJ8539 : Bridge over M6, with hot air balloon
View across the fields to The Toft Late September afternoon. Taken from the A519 by the bridge over the M6.
View across the fields to The Toft
Late September afternoon. Taken from the A519 by the bridge over the M6.
Entrance to The Toft By the A519.
Entrance to The Toft
By the A519.
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Black Lake is located at Grid Ref: SJ8539 (Lat: 52.952844, Lng: -2.2156751)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Stafford

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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