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Blackroot Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Warwickshire

England

Blackroot Pool

Darnel Hurst, Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield A Hurst is an area of older, historic woodland characterised by mature oak, pine and birch with an often continuous dense understorey of holly <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20089/parks/405/sutton_park/5" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20089/parks/405/sutton_park/5">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> The mild and sunny afternoon of New Year's Day brought hundreds of people into Sutton Park. Rain in the morning left puddles; many paths became muddy.
Darnel Hurst, Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield Credit: Robin Stott

Blackroot Pool is a picturesque freshwater body located in Warwickshire, England. Situated within the heart of the countryside, this serene lake offers a tranquil escape for both locals and visitors alike. Spanning an area of approximately 5 acres, it is considered one of the most beautiful natural features in the region.

The pool is surrounded by lush vegetation, including reeds, grasses, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant and diverse ecosystem. Its crystal-clear waters are fed by a small stream that trickles down from nearby hills. This constant flow of freshwater ensures a healthy and thriving habitat for a variety of plant and animal species.

The pool is home to an array of wildlife, attracting nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers throughout the year. Common sightings include graceful swans gliding across the surface, elegant herons standing tall at the water's edge, and colorful dragonflies darting above the marsh. The pool also serves as a breeding ground for several species of fish, such as carp and perch, making it a popular spot for anglers seeking a peaceful fishing experience.

Surrounding the pool, visitors can find well-maintained walking trails that offer scenic views of the surrounding countryside. These trails provide an opportunity to explore the diverse flora and fauna that thrive in the area, making it a haven for nature lovers and avid photographers.

Overall, Blackroot Pool is a natural gem within the Warwickshire landscape. Its tranquil waters, abundant wildlife, and stunning scenery make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful and immersive experience in nature.

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Darnel Hurst, Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield A Hurst is an area of older, historic woodland characterised by mature oak, pine and birch with an often continuous dense understorey of holly <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20089/parks/405/sutton_park/5" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20089/parks/405/sutton_park/5">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> The mild and sunny afternoon of New Year's Day brought hundreds of people into Sutton Park. Rain in the morning left puddles; many paths became muddy.
Darnel Hurst, Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield
A Hurst is an area of older, historic woodland characterised by mature oak, pine and birch with an often continuous dense understorey of holly LinkExternal link The mild and sunny afternoon of New Year's Day brought hundreds of people into Sutton Park. Rain in the morning left puddles; many paths became muddy.
Little Bracebridge Pool, Sutton Park On a sunny New Year's Day 2022, some areas of Sutton Park were really crowded, but everywhere was wet or muddy.
Little Bracebridge Pool, Sutton Park
On a sunny New Year's Day 2022, some areas of Sutton Park were really crowded, but everywhere was wet or muddy.
New Year's Day, Sutton Park A sunny New Year's Day after wet weather brought the crowds to a muddy Sutton Park. This is Bracebridge Pool in the northern part of the park.
New Year's Day, Sutton Park
A sunny New Year's Day after wet weather brought the crowds to a muddy Sutton Park. This is Bracebridge Pool in the northern part of the park.
Two of the forty bridges, Sutton Park Along the slopes north of Bracebridge Pool numerous seasonal streams are crossed by boardwalks – forty of them, some say. The scene is typical of parts of the Park: scattered forest trees – oak, Scots Pine – sheltering a broken understorey of holly that in places forms woodland <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4630605">SP1095 : Holly Hurst, Sutton Park</a>.
Two of the forty bridges, Sutton Park
Along the slopes north of Bracebridge Pool numerous seasonal streams are crossed by boardwalks – forty of them, some say. The scene is typical of parts of the Park: scattered forest trees – oak, Scots Pine – sheltering a broken understorey of holly that in places forms woodland SP1095 : Holly Hurst, Sutton Park.
Longmoor Pool A quiet corner of Sutton Park, apart from the noise of the waterfowl.
Longmoor Pool
A quiet corner of Sutton Park, apart from the noise of the waterfowl.
Lively gulls on Longmoor Pool I think these are black-headed gulls though they don't have much black on them.
Lively gulls on Longmoor Pool
I think these are black-headed gulls though they don't have much black on them.
Autumn scrub in Sutton Park Herons with young are visible straight ahead though I had my wrong camera to pick them out properly. The water is Longmoor Pool.
Autumn scrub in Sutton Park
Herons with young are visible straight ahead though I had my wrong camera to pick them out properly. The water is Longmoor Pool.
Rowton's Well A natural spring in Sutton Park which was thought to have curative powers. The stone wall around it was built in the early 19th Century.
Rowton's Well
A natural spring in Sutton Park which was thought to have curative powers. The stone wall around it was built in the early 19th Century.
Concrete structure in Sutton Park So far, I do not know what this was. The park is a national nature reserve.
Concrete structure in Sutton Park
So far, I do not know what this was. The park is a national nature reserve.
Sutton Park A National Nature Reserve, showing some autumn colour.
Sutton Park
A National Nature Reserve, showing some autumn colour.
Potholed car park, Sutton Park A sunny New Year's Day after rain brought people out for a walk in the vastness of the park.
Potholed car park, Sutton Park
A sunny New Year's Day after rain brought people out for a walk in the vastness of the park.
Play Area, Sutton Park, Town Gate Rebuilt (not half as good as previous incarnation) play area near to Town Gate.
Play Area, Sutton Park, Town Gate
Rebuilt (not half as good as previous incarnation) play area near to Town Gate.
Wooden Statue and War Commemoration Plaque At intersection of roads near Town Gate, Sutton Park <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1569317">SP1196 : Plaque commemorating use by Troops 1914 -1920</a>
Wooden Statue and War Commemoration Plaque
At intersection of roads near Town Gate, Sutton Park SP1196 : Plaque commemorating use by Troops 1914 -1920
Scrum for food, Wyndley Pool Ducks and swans scramble for food regularly offered by visitors at Wyndley Pool on outskirts of Sutton Park. Parking alongside feeder road (emergencies only) to the park. Athletics club is off to the right.
Scrum for food, Wyndley Pool
Ducks and swans scramble for food regularly offered by visitors at Wyndley Pool on outskirts of Sutton Park. Parking alongside feeder road (emergencies only) to the park. Athletics club is off to the right.
Victoria Road, Sutton Coldfield Looking north-west towards Lower Parade and main shopping area. School on right, McDonald's and multi-storey car park on left. Tall office block ahead also. Straight ahead, next to Station pub is the lower entrance to Sutton Coldfield railway station
Victoria Road, Sutton Coldfield
Looking north-west towards Lower Parade and main shopping area. School on right, McDonald's and multi-storey car park on left. Tall office block ahead also. Straight ahead, next to Station pub is the lower entrance to Sutton Coldfield railway station
Watch the birdie ! Low flying gulls picking off the bread offered by families out on Christmas Day afternoon, at Wyndley Pool. Certainly not camera shy !
Watch the birdie !
Low flying gulls picking off the bread offered by families out on Christmas Day afternoon, at Wyndley Pool. Certainly not camera shy !
Sluice gate, Wyndley Pool Overflow outlet and stream from pool at entrance to Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield
Sluice gate, Wyndley Pool
Overflow outlet and stream from pool at entrance to Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield
Overflow from Wyndley Pool A natural overflow allowing excess water to naturally exit to stream that runs through Sutton Park
Overflow from Wyndley Pool
A natural overflow allowing excess water to naturally exit to stream that runs through Sutton Park
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Blackroot Pool is located at Grid Ref: SP1097 (Lat: 52.572706, Lng: -1.8431243)

Unitary Authority: Birmingham

Police Authority: West Midlands

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