Middle Pool

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

England

Middle Pool

Engleton Hall
Engleton Hall Credit: Geoff Pick

Middle Pool is a picturesque body of water located in Staffordshire, England. This freshwater lake, also known as a pool or pond, is situated in the heart of the county, surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills. With a surface area of approximately 2 hectares, Middle Pool offers a tranquil and serene setting for visitors and wildlife alike.

The pool is fed by several small streams and natural springs, ensuring a constant flow of freshwater throughout the year. This abundance of water creates an ideal habitat for a diverse range of aquatic plants and animals. The edges of the pool are lined with reed beds and rushes, providing shelter and nesting sites for various species of birds.

Middle Pool is home to a rich variety of freshwater fish, including perch, roach, and pike. Anglers often flock to the lake to enjoy a day of fishing in its peaceful surroundings. The calm and clear waters of the pool make it an excellent spot for both experienced and novice anglers.

Aside from its recreational and ecological value, Middle Pool also serves as a freshwater marsh, playing a vital role in regulating water levels and preventing flooding in the surrounding areas. The marshland adjacent to the pool supports a diverse array of plant species, such as water lilies and yellow flag iris, which thrive in the wetland environment.

Overall, Middle Pool in Staffordshire is a cherished natural gem, offering a haven of tranquility, abundant wildlife, and recreational opportunities for both nature enthusiasts and anglers alike.

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Middle Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.673574/-2.1475376 or Grid Reference SJ9008. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Engleton Hall
Engleton Hall
Near Engleton Hall
Near Engleton Hall
River Penk downstream near Engleton Mill
River Penk downstream near Engleton Mill
Bullocks - Across the River Penk The footpath crossing the River Penk opened into a field full of frisky bullocks. Given the way they had scampered about as I walked up towards the bridge I decided that crossing their field was perhaps not a very good idea.
Bullocks - Across the River Penk
The footpath crossing the River Penk opened into a field full of frisky bullocks. Given the way they had scampered about as I walked up towards the bridge I decided that crossing their field was perhaps not a very good idea.
Somerford Bridge, Clay Gates Rd The river Penk is just out of sight behind the grass.
Somerford Bridge, Clay Gates Rd
The river Penk is just out of sight behind the grass.
Entering Brewood from Somerford Bridge
Entering Brewood from Somerford Bridge
Street View, Brewood, Staffordshire The Swan hotel, the Lion pub and Post Office all together. The poor chap in the van, came running across to tell me he was just going, he thought I was a traffic warden taking photos for evidence.
Street View, Brewood, Staffordshire
The Swan hotel, the Lion pub and Post Office all together. The poor chap in the van, came running across to tell me he was just going, he thought I was a traffic warden taking photos for evidence.
Across Horse Paddocks to Brewood
Across Horse Paddocks to Brewood
Sparrows End Lane-Somerford Lane Crossroads Looking across the crossroads is the entrance to Somerford Hall.
Sparrows End Lane-Somerford Lane Crossroads
Looking across the crossroads is the entrance to Somerford Hall.
Somerford Lane meets Brewood Road-Coven Road
Somerford Lane meets Brewood Road-Coven Road
Cobblers Bank The Dusk view of Ivy House Lane near Brewood.
Cobblers Bank
The Dusk view of Ivy House Lane near Brewood.
Speedwell Castle, Bargate, Brewood Pevsner calls it “a delectable folly”. Grade II Listed mid 18th century house reputed to have been built from the proceeds of betting on the racehorse Speedwell by William Rock. There were two of them, father and son, both of whom were dead by 1753. There were a number of other Rocks in the area and the story has also been attached to one of them, a Thomas Pendrell Rock who died in the village in 1815, at the age of 87 years. Some have attributed the building design to Thomas Farnolls Pritchard but there’s no evidence to substantiate it. In the mid to late 19th Century the house was rented by the classics master from Brewood Grammar School and later on in the century it was used by a local provisions merchant and the two bays turned into shops. Today it is converted into flats.
Speedwell Castle, Bargate, Brewood
Pevsner calls it “a delectable folly”. Grade II Listed mid 18th century house reputed to have been built from the proceeds of betting on the racehorse Speedwell by William Rock. There were two of them, father and son, both of whom were dead by 1753. There were a number of other Rocks in the area and the story has also been attached to one of them, a Thomas Pendrell Rock who died in the village in 1815, at the age of 87 years. Some have attributed the building design to Thomas Farnolls Pritchard but there’s no evidence to substantiate it. In the mid to late 19th Century the house was rented by the classics master from Brewood Grammar School and later on in the century it was used by a local provisions merchant and the two bays turned into shops. Today it is converted into flats.
2 School Road from Newport Street, Brewood 17th Century Grade II Listed house.
2 School Road from Newport Street, Brewood
17th Century Grade II Listed house.
Footpath entrance to Barnfield Sandbeds
Footpath entrance to Barnfield Sandbeds
Footpath through Barnfield Sandbeds Quarrying finished 40 years ago and the tip has reverted to nature. It was opened as a nature reserve in 2010. The ground drops steeply away to the right of the footpath.
Footpath through Barnfield Sandbeds
Quarrying finished 40 years ago and the tip has reverted to nature. It was opened as a nature reserve in 2010. The ground drops steeply away to the right of the footpath.
Brewood, Speedwell Castle C18 Gothick building on Bargate; apparently financed by winnings on a horse called "Speedwell". Listed by English Heritage: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/Details/Default.aspx?id=271306&mode=adv" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/Details/Default.aspx?id=271306&mode=adv">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>
Brewood, Speedwell Castle
C18 Gothick building on Bargate; apparently financed by winnings on a horse called "Speedwell". Listed by English Heritage: LinkExternal link
Brewood, Swan Hotel Popular pub on Market Place. Internally, bar left, with drinking areas left, front and right; wooden beams, displays of brassware and jugs. Listed in 2014 Good Beer Guide; listed by English Heritage: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/Details/Default.aspx?id=271385&mode=adv" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/Details/Default.aspx?id=271385&mode=adv">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> For some customer comments, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/s/37/37618/Swan/Stafford" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/s/37/37618/Swan/Stafford">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>
Brewood, Swan Hotel
Popular pub on Market Place. Internally, bar left, with drinking areas left, front and right; wooden beams, displays of brassware and jugs. Listed in 2014 Good Beer Guide; listed by English Heritage: LinkExternal link For some customer comments, see LinkExternal link
Brewood, Jubilee Hall Village hall on Bargate, formerly Angel Hotel: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.brewoodandcovenparish.org.uk/brewood-jubilee-hall/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.brewoodandcovenparish.org.uk/brewood-jubilee-hall/">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>
Brewood, Jubilee Hall
Village hall on Bargate, formerly Angel Hotel: LinkExternal link
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Middle Pool is located at Grid Ref: SJ9008 (Lat: 52.673574, Lng: -2.1475376)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Located within 500m of 52.673574,-2.1475376
Somerford Hall
Building: yes
Source: OS-1:25000-SJ90-1947(A)
Wikidata: Q7559749
Wikipedia: en:Somerford Hall
Lat/Long: 52.6711798/-2.1491028
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