Brantley Pool

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

England

Brantley Pool

Engleton Hall
Engleton Hall Credit: Geoff Pick

Brantley Pool is a picturesque freshwater lake located in Staffordshire, England. Nestled within a serene natural setting, it offers visitors a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The pool spans across a sprawling area, encompassing an estimated 5 acres, and is surrounded by lush green vegetation and a variety of native trees.

The crystal-clear water of Brantley Pool is fed by natural springs, ensuring its freshness and purity. This makes it an ideal habitat for a diverse range of aquatic life, including various species of fish, waterfowl, and amphibians. Anglers are often drawn to the pool for its thriving fish population, which includes common species such as carp, pike, and perch.

The pool's surroundings are equally captivating, with several walking trails and picnic areas available for visitors to enjoy. The dense vegetation surrounding the lake provides ample opportunities for birdwatching, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts. Additionally, the area is home to a variety of other wildlife, including deer, rabbits, and foxes.

Brantley Pool is also adjacent to a freshwater marsh, which further enhances its ecological importance. This marsh provides a vital habitat for several rare and endangered plant species, as well as nesting grounds for numerous bird species. The marshland is a paradise for birdwatchers and nature photographers, allowing them to capture stunning images of the diverse avian population.

Overall, Brantley Pool in Staffordshire is a haven of natural beauty, offering a peaceful and idyllic environment for both wildlife and visitors alike. Whether it's fishing, birdwatching, or simply enjoying a leisurely stroll, this stunning freshwater lake has something to offer for everyone.

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Brantley Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.673424/-2.1449638 or Grid Reference SJ9008. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Engleton Hall
Engleton Hall
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
Footpath entrance to Barnfield Sandbeds
Footpath entrance to Barnfield Sandbeds
Old wharf and cottage south of Brewood, Staffordshire Chillington Wharf is now private ground. (Not to be confused with Chillington Wharf near Monmore Green in Wolverhampton).
Old wharf and cottage south of Brewood, Staffordshire
Chillington Wharf is now private ground. (Not to be confused with Chillington Wharf near Monmore Green in Wolverhampton).
Entering Brewood from the south west on Port Lane
Entering Brewood from the south west on Port Lane
Canal view from Giffard's Cross Bridge, Brewood
Canal view from Giffard's Cross Bridge, Brewood
Avenue Bridge south of Brewood, Staffordshire Bridge No 10 across the Shropshire Union Canal. The Avenue is a wooded corridor leading to Chillington Hall (about three kilometres or two miles off to the left).
Avenue Bridge south of Brewood, Staffordshire
Bridge No 10 across the Shropshire Union Canal. The Avenue is a wooded corridor leading to Chillington Hall (about three kilometres or two miles off to the left).
Along Coven Road Along Coven Road, at the junction with Lower Avenue.
Along Coven Road
Along Coven Road, at the junction with Lower Avenue.
Trees in Lower Avenue An oak in the woodland strip surrounding the Lower Avenue bridleway, which would once have been part of the Chillington Estate.
Trees in Lower Avenue
An oak in the woodland strip surrounding the Lower Avenue bridleway, which would once have been part of the Chillington Estate.
A small pond near Coven This looks like proper 'Mr Crabtree' fishing to me - a small pond, lily pads and overhanging trees. Must be crawling with tench, carp, perch and roach.
A small pond near Coven
This looks like proper 'Mr Crabtree' fishing to me - a small pond, lily pads and overhanging trees. Must be crawling with tench, carp, perch and roach.
The Lower Avenue bridleway On the approach to Chillington Hall from the east, this bridleway runs through the woods.
The Lower Avenue bridleway
On the approach to Chillington Hall from the east, this bridleway runs through the woods.
Avenue Bridge in the summer Visit in the autumn, and you can see rather more of the stonework of the canal bridge <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1603595">SJ8807 : Balustrade Bridge</a> but in the summer, it's rather obscured by vegetation.
Avenue Bridge in the summer
Visit in the autumn, and you can see rather more of the stonework of the canal bridge SJ8807 : Balustrade Bridge but in the summer, it's rather obscured by vegetation.
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Brantley Pool is located at Grid Ref: SJ9008 (Lat: 52.673424, Lng: -2.1449638)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: South Staffordshire

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Located within 500m of 52.673424,-2.1449638
Somerford Hall
Building: yes
Source: OS-1:25000-SJ90-1947(A)
Wikidata: Q7559749
Wikipedia: en:Somerford Hall
Lat/Long: 52.6711798/-2.1491028
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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