Tixall Park Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Staffordshire Stafford

England

Tixall Park Pool

Tixall Wide on The Staffs. & Worcs. Canal When this stretch of the Staffs . & Worcs. Canal was built, the landowner at this point insisted that the canal be made very wide here so as to resemble a lake and not an ugly narrow canal!
Tixall Wide on The Staffs. & Worcs. Canal Credit: Andy Beecroft

Tixall Park Pool, located in Staffordshire, is a stunning freshwater lake that offers a peaceful and picturesque setting. Spanning across a surface area of approximately [insert size], this natural pool is nestled within the expansive Tixall Park estate, surrounded by lush greenery and mature trees.

The pool itself boasts crystal-clear and calm waters, making it an ideal spot for various recreational activities. Whether it's swimming, kayaking, or fishing, Tixall Park Pool offers a serene environment for visitors to enjoy their chosen water-based pursuits. The lake is teeming with a diverse range of fish species, making it a popular destination for anglers seeking to cast their lines and try their luck.

The surrounding area of Tixall Park Pool is also home to a vibrant ecosystem, including a freshwater marsh and pond. These habitats provide a sanctuary for a multitude of plant and animal species, creating a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Visitors can observe an array of bird species, such as ducks, herons, and swans, as they gracefully glide across the water's surface.

Tixall Park Pool is easily accessible, with ample parking and well-maintained pathways leading to the lake. Picnic areas and benches are scattered around the perimeter, allowing visitors to relax and take in the tranquil atmosphere. The pool is open to the public year-round, offering a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overall, Tixall Park Pool in Staffordshire is a hidden gem that showcases the beauty of nature. Its pristine waters, diverse wildlife, and serene surroundings make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a tranquil outdoor experience.

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Tixall Park Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.810452/-2.0425506 or Grid Reference SJ9723. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tixall Wide on The Staffs. & Worcs. Canal When this stretch of the Staffs . & Worcs. Canal was built, the landowner at this point insisted that the canal be made very wide here so as to resemble a lake and not an ugly narrow canal!
Tixall Wide on The Staffs. & Worcs. Canal
When this stretch of the Staffs . & Worcs. Canal was built, the landowner at this point insisted that the canal be made very wide here so as to resemble a lake and not an ugly narrow canal!
Ingestre Hall Chetwynd's Jacobean masterpiece is owned by Sandwell Borough Council, who use it as a residential arts centre. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://pages.britishlibrary.net/tixandrews/ingestre/inghall.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://pages.britishlibrary.net/tixandrews/ingestre/inghall.html">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>
Ingestre Hall
Chetwynd's Jacobean masterpiece is owned by Sandwell Borough Council, who use it as a residential arts centre. LinkExternal link
Fields at Tixall Farm The distant wood is Bricklawn Covert. The GR given is for the near pylon.
Fields at Tixall Farm
The distant wood is Bricklawn Covert. The GR given is for the near pylon.
Little Ingestre Viewed from the village lane. Does anyone know how "Ingestre" is pronounced?
Little Ingestre
Viewed from the village lane. Does anyone know how "Ingestre" is pronounced?
St Mary the Virgin, Ingestre Built 1676. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://pages.britishlibrary.net/tixandrews/ingestre/ingchrch.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://pages.britishlibrary.net/tixandrews/ingestre/ingchrch.html">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>
St Mary the Virgin, Ingestre
Built 1676. LinkExternal link
Ingestre This odd little place viewed from the stables.
Ingestre
This odd little place viewed from the stables.
Ingestre Stables <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.ingestre.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.ingestre.com/">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>
Ingestre is quite a surprise. The village is at the end of a no-through road, so you'll only arrive here by choice or by accident. Your reward is not only a magnificent hall and church, but these amazing stables, which look to me more like an Oxford college. Hmm...
Ingestre Stables
LinkExternal link Ingestre is quite a surprise. The village is at the end of a no-through road, so you'll only arrive here by choice or by accident. Your reward is not only a magnificent hall and church, but these amazing stables, which look to me more like an Oxford college. Hmm...
Tixall  The obelisk
Tixall The obelisk
Brancote Farm On a rather poor day !
Brancote Farm
On a rather poor day !
Tixall Heath Farm From the side of its drive way
Tixall Heath Farm
From the side of its drive way
Bridleway in a Field This bridleway runs alongside a tall stone-walled wooded area (Lamberts Coppice) on the right and a very large open field on the left. I guess that at one time there used to be deer kept behind the wall looking at the names on the map.
Bridleway in a Field
This bridleway runs alongside a tall stone-walled wooded area (Lamberts Coppice) on the right and a very large open field on the left. I guess that at one time there used to be deer kept behind the wall looking at the names on the map.
John The Baptist Parish Church John the Baptist Parish Church in Tixall.
John The Baptist Parish Church
John the Baptist Parish Church in Tixall.
Tixall Gatehouse Whilst taking this photograph I heard the laughter of children playing in the glorious spring like sunshine. The children were on the roof of the Gatehouse.
Tixall Gatehouse
Whilst taking this photograph I heard the laughter of children playing in the glorious spring like sunshine. The children were on the roof of the Gatehouse.
Tixall Gatehouse from the lane
Tixall Gatehouse from the lane
A side view of the Gatehouse A view further down the lane.
A side view of the Gatehouse
A view further down the lane.
An usual view of Tixall Gatehouse The grass was full of beautiful daffodils alongside the lane running past Tixall Gatehouse.
An usual view of Tixall Gatehouse
The grass was full of beautiful daffodils alongside the lane running past Tixall Gatehouse.
Two towers at Tixall A close up of the two towers at the Gatehouse.
Two towers at Tixall
A close up of the two towers at the Gatehouse.
John The Baptist Parish Church A landscape view of the church and churchyard.
John The Baptist Parish Church
A landscape view of the church and churchyard.
Show me another place!

Tixall Park Pool is located at Grid Ref: SJ9723 (Lat: 52.810452, Lng: -2.0425506)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Stafford

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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