Upper Pool

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

England

Upper Pool

Shropshire Union Canal - Stretton Aqueduct The Stretton Aqueduct carries the Shropshire Union Canal over the A5 Watling Street. It was constructed by Thomas Telford in 1832 at which time this stretch of the canal was known as the Birmingham and Liverpool Junction Canal. It is 30&#039; (9.1 m) over the A5 road, though originally not quite as tall as in 1961–62, the road under it was lowered by c.4&#039; (1.2 m) to allow taller vehicles to pass beneath.
It is EH Grade II listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1039259" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1039259">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>
See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7163556">SJ8710 : Shropshire Union Canal - A5 from Stretton Aqueduct</a> and for the view from the A5, see for example <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1785449">SJ8710 : Stretton Aqueduct for the Liverpool and Birmingham Canal</a> — Shropshire Union Canal - Stretton Aqueduct Credit: Rob Farrow

Upper Pool is a freshwater lake located in Staffordshire, England. Spanning an area of approximately 50 acres, it is known for its serene beauty and abundance of wildlife. The lake is situated within a larger nature reserve, surrounded by lush vegetation and rolling hills.

Upper Pool is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a variety of recreational activities. Fishing is a common pastime here, with the lake being home to various species of fish, including pike, perch, and roach. Anglers can enjoy the peace and tranquility of the surroundings while trying to land their catch.

Nature lovers are also drawn to Upper Pool due to its diverse ecosystem. The lake is surrounded by reed beds and wetlands, creating a thriving habitat for a wide range of bird species. Visitors can observe migratory birds, such as grebes and herons, as well as resident species, including swans and ducks. The surrounding marshland supports an array of plant life, including water lilies and bulrushes.

For those seeking a more active experience, Upper Pool offers opportunities for boating and canoeing. The calm waters and peaceful atmosphere make it an ideal location for paddling and exploring the lake at a leisurely pace.

Overall, Upper Pool in Staffordshire is an idyllic freshwater lake that offers a haven for both wildlife and outdoor enthusiasts. With its stunning natural surroundings and range of recreational activities, it provides a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.69926/-2.1656184 or Grid Reference SJ8811. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shropshire Union Canal - Stretton Aqueduct

The Stretton Aqueduct carries the Shropshire Union Canal over the A5 Watling Street. It was constructed by Thomas Telford in 1832 at which time this stretch of the canal was known as the Birmingham and Liverpool Junction Canal. It is 30' (9.1 m) over the A5 road, though originally not quite as tall as in 1961–62, the road under it was lowered by c.4' (1.2 m) to allow taller vehicles to pass beneath. It is EH Grade II listed Link

See also SJ8710 : Shropshire Union Canal - A5 from Stretton Aqueduct and for the view from the A5, see for example SJ8710 : Stretton Aqueduct for the Liverpool and Birmingham Canal

Rob Farrow

Shropshire Union Canal - A5 from Stretton Aqueduct

Looking due east along the A5 (Roman Watling Street) from Telford's 1832 aqueduct. See also SJ8710 : Shropshire Union Canal - Stretton Aqueduct For the opposite view (from the A5, looking up at the aqueduct) see for example SJ8710 : Stretton Aqueduct for the Liverpool and Birmingham Canal

Rob Farrow

Lychgate, Stretton

Jonathan Thacker

Congreve Lane and The Ivy House, Stretton

Jonathan Thacker

Field near The Ivy House, Stretton

Jonathan Thacker

Stoney Lane, Stretton

Jonathan Thacker

St John's church, Stretton

A twelfth century chancel attached to a nineteenth century nave and transepts Link

Jonathan Thacker

St John's church, Stretton, east end

The chancel dates from the twelfth century but the east window is an alteration of the fourteenth century Link

Jonathan Thacker

Houses and bins, Stretton

Jonathan Thacker

Aqueduct from the canal

Grade II listed. Listing number 1039259. Aqueduct dated 1832. Thomas Telford Engineer. Cast iron box girder span, blue brick abutments with stone dressings. Single segmental arch below girders, taken to concave abutments with roll moulded stone string at springing level and bounded by engaged stone columns, taken up above corbelled stone towpath coping and ornamental cast iron parapet railings to slightly domed cappings. Cast inscription in centre panel of beam reads 'Birmingham and Liverpool Canal Thos'.

Andrew Abbott

Boats moored at Stretton Wharf

On the Shropshire Union Canal.

Andrew Abbott

Stretton Aqueduct, Shropshire Union Canal

The text on the iron trough aqueduct proclaims this to be the Birmingham and Liverpool [Junction] Canal, which ran from Nantwich to Autherley Junction outside Wolverhampton and later became part of the Shropshire Union system. The name of the engineer Thomas Telford is below. Telford also engineered the turnpike road that passes beneath it, the A5 London to Holyhead road.

Christopher Hilton

Stretton Aqueduct, Shropshire Union Canal (detail)

Christopher Hilton

Watling Street north of Brewood in Staffordshire

This is the A5 Watling Street, looking west towards Telford and Shrewsbury from the Shropshire Union Canal aqueduct. Before the M54 motorway was built this was a busy and sometimes congested trunk road.

Roger Kidd

Farmland by Watling Street in Staffordshire

This is the A5 Watling Street, looking west towards Telford and Shrewsbury from the Shropshire Union Canal aqueduct near Stretton. Before the M54 motorway was built this was a busy and sometimes congested trunk road. Aquaduct Cottage is on the left. (Yes, aquaduct).

Roger Kidd

Watling Street [A5], from Stretton Aqueduct

The aqueduct railings could do with a repaint. The former Roman road is also a civil parish boundary here - Brewood & Coven to the left/south, Lapley, Stretton & Wheaton Aston to the right/north.

Christine Johnstone