Ashy Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Northumberland

England

Ashy Pool

Waterfalls on the Usway Burn Taken from the eastern bank of the Usway Burn, this photo shows the map-marked waterfalls on this lovely watercourse. In the background is the bailey bridge better seen at <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6577029" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6577029">Link</a>. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.cheviotwalks.co.uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cheviotwalks.co.uk">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> — Waterfalls on the Usway Burn Credit: Geoff Holland

Ashy Pool is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in Northumberland, England. Nestled within the stunning landscape of Northumberland National Park, this natural gem is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Covering an area of approximately 10 acres, Ashy Pool is characterized by its tranquil surroundings and diverse ecosystems. The pool itself is a small body of water, surrounded by lush vegetation and bordered by reed beds. The water is generally clear and shallow, providing a habitat for a variety of aquatic plants and organisms.

The pool is home to a wide range of bird species, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers. Visitors can spot common waterfowl such as mallards and coots, as well as rarer species like bitterns and reed warblers. The surrounding vegetation provides nesting grounds for various bird species, adding to the pool's avian diversity.

The pool is also inhabited by a variety of fish, including perch, pike, and roach. These fish species contribute to the overall ecosystem of Ashy Pool, supporting the diverse array of bird and plant life.

A wooden boardwalk has been constructed along the edge of the pool, allowing visitors to explore the area without disturbing the delicate marshland. Interpretive signs along the boardwalk provide information about the different species and habitats found within Ashy Pool, enhancing the educational experience for visitors.

Overall, Ashy Pool is a serene and ecologically significant site within Northumberland. Its unique blend of water, vegetation, and wildlife make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.

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Ashy Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.354872/-2.170685 or Grid Reference NT8906. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Waterfalls on the Usway Burn

Taken from the eastern bank of the Usway Burn, this photo shows the map-marked waterfalls on this lovely watercourse. In the background is the bailey bridge better seen at Link. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Footbridge over Usway Burn

This footbridge crosses from the eastern bank of the Usway Burn to the western bank giving access, via a Public Bridleway, to the farm at Shillmoor. It lies next to a concrete ford, and a matter of metres downstream the Usway Burn flows into the River Coquet. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Weir on the Usway Burn, Shillmoor

Taken from the footbridge shown at Link and looking upstream, this photo shows the weir at Shillmoor and an associated building (purpose unknown). For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Footbridge over Wholehope Burn

This is the same footbridge as is shown in my photo at Link although taken from a different angle and at a different time of year. At the time of my original photo the bridge was relatively new and seemed to me to be quite intrusive. However, in the intervening 10 years it has weathered well and now blends nicely into the surrounding landscape. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Gate into Plantation

This gate lies on the route of an old track known as the Pass Peth, a track which climbs diagonally up the steep hill seen ahead. The plantation, which wraps around the lower reaches of Passpeth Sike, consists entirely of deciduous trees. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Top of the Pass Peth

The sac marks the 300 metre top of the Pass Peth with the River Coquet in the distance. In his 1903 book, 'Upper Coquetdale Northumberland Its History, Traditions, Folk-lore and Scenery', David Dippie Dixon described the Pass Peth as, "a perilous path, nothing more than a sheep track overlooking the linns, to be trod only by those possessed of a sure foot and clear head." He went on to say, " It was on these exposed heights that the men of Upper Coquet some three centuries ago had to keep watch, night and day, to guard against the incursions of the Scottish Freebooters". It certainly is a fine view. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Slippery Crags

Looking towards the Kidland Forest.

Russel Wills

Sheepfold beside Linshiels Lake

Not much used these days!

Russel Wills

Triangulation Pillar, Green Side

Taken 13 years after my photo of the same pillar shown at Link but from a different angle, the top slice of the pillar now appears not to be such a neat fit to the lower portion. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Forest on Inner Hill

Above Shillmoor in Upper Coquetdale.

Russel Wills

Drystone Wall on climb to Inner Hill

This is yet another fine example of the art of drystone walling enclosing land behind Shillmoor Farm. For a selection of free to download detailed walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland

Corkscrew Falls On The River Coquet

The River Coquet near Linbriggs.

James T M Towill

The Cheviot Hills from the air

The south end of the range around Linshiels and Shilmoor.

Thomas Nugent

Rocky outcrop on the western flanks of Saugh Rigg

This outcrop stands next to a thin footpath called the Pass Peth, an age-old path which follows the Usway Burn on its eastern side. This path appears to be little used as visitors to the valley seem to prefer the gravel track, a designated bridleway, on the opposite side of the burn. For a selection of detailed free to download walking routes in the area visit Link

Geoff Holland