Peatmoor Lagoon

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Wiltshire

England

Peatmoor Lagoon

Swindon and Cricklade Railway - Taw Valley Halt This is the southern terminus of this preserved railway and Willy is running round the coaching stock ready for the return to Blunsdon. — Swindon and Cricklade Railway - Taw Valley Halt Credit: Chris Allen

Peatmoor Lagoon is a small freshwater marsh located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Situated in the Peatmoor area, the lagoon is a popular attraction for both locals and tourists alike.

Spanning an area of approximately 5 acres, Peatmoor Lagoon is primarily characterized by its calm and tranquil waters. Surrounded by lush vegetation and reed beds, the lagoon provides a haven for a diverse range of plant and animal species.

The lagoon is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its ecological significance. It serves as a habitat for a variety of water-dwelling creatures, including numerous species of fish, amphibians, and insects. Bird enthusiasts frequent the lagoon to catch a glimpse of the various waterfowl, such as swans, ducks, and herons, that inhabit the area.

The surrounding marshland is rich in biodiversity, with a plethora of plant species such as reeds, bulrushes, and water lilies. These plants not only enhance the lagoon's aesthetic appeal but also provide crucial habitats and food sources for the resident wildlife.

Peatmoor Lagoon offers a range of recreational activities for visitors. Nature lovers can explore the lagoon's surroundings through walking trails that wind around the water's edge. Fishing enthusiasts can also indulge in their hobby, as the lagoon is well-stocked with fish.

Overall, Peatmoor Lagoon is a scenic and biologically diverse freshwater marsh that offers visitors a chance to connect with nature and observe a multitude of plant and animal species in their natural habitat.

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Peatmoor Lagoon Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.575639/-1.8349297 or Grid Reference SU1186. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Swindon and Cricklade Railway - Taw Valley Halt

This is the southern terminus of this preserved railway and Willy is running round the coaching stock ready for the return to Blunsdon.

Chris Allen

Swindon and Cricklade Railway - the end of the line

The line just beyond Taw Valley Halt where it terminates.

Chris Allen

Swindon and Cricklade Railway - steamy Willy

The locomotive is pulling forward with its drain cocks wide open ahead of running around its carriages for the return journey. Willy is an 0-4-0WT built in 1918 by Kerr Stuart of Stoke on Trent as works No. 3063. The design looks positively Victorian.

Chris Allen

Swindon and Cricklade Railway - Willy at Taw Valley Halt

Willy is an 0-4-0WT built in 1918 by Kerr Stuart of Stoke on Trent as works No. 3063. The design looks positively Victorian.

Chris Allen

Swindon and Cricklade Railway - No. 6695 at Taw Valley Halt

GWR 0-6-2T No. 6695. It is of the 56XX class and was built by Armstrong Whitworth of Scotswood-on-Tyne in 1928 as their works No. 983. It worked in the Midlands and South Wales before being withdrawn in 1964 and ending up at the scrapyard in Barry. It was rescued in 1979 and returned to steam in 2006 for the first time. It has been at the Swindon & Cricklade since 2019 and returned to steam in 2022.

Chris Allen

Purton House, seen from Saint Mary's churchyard

Grade II listed house in its own grounds, built c.1840. Stucco with a slate roof and an Ionic portico to the west, though the original entrance lay to the east, where there are extensive service buildings around a yard. The house was owned by Rajah Brooke of Sarawak in the 1870s. Link

It is seen here from Saint Mary's churchyard.

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Stone Lane, Lydiard Millicent

Former council houses in Stone Lane, Lydiard Millicent.

Vieve Forward

Purton, St. Mary's Church: Looking towards the eastern entrance to the churchyard

Michael Garlick

The Street, Lydiard Millicent

JThomas

Purton houses [4]

A glimpse of Purton House built circa 1840 which stands in its own grounds. Now a wedding and other events venue. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Originally built round the parish church, manor and Tithe barn, the village moved and is now mostly spread out along the Bristol and Oxford coach road.

Michael Dibb

Purton houses [5]

Number 5 Church End, is a substantial detached house. Originally built round the parish church, manor and Tithe barn, the village moved and is now mostly spread out along the Bristol and Oxford coach road.

Michael Dibb

Parish church [14]

The churchyard contains a large number of fine monuments, many of which are listed. This monument is to members of the Power family, two of whom were vicars at St Marys. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

The church of St Mary has parts from the 13th, 14th and 15th centuries and was restored and the chancel rebuilt in 1872. One of only three parish churches in the country with both a central tower and spire and a western tower. The others are at Wanborough in Wiltshire and Ormskirk in Lancashire. The central tower was built circa 1325 and the west tower was built in the latter part of the 15th century. The church has possibly had three dedications as in a document of 1336 it is referred to as St. Nicholas and there is also a local tradition that the dedication was to St. Michael. The church contains a large number of memorials. Listed, grade I, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Parish church [15]

The gateway to the church is dated 1923. See SU0987 : Parish church [16]. The church of St Mary has parts from the 13th, 14th and 15th centuries and was restored and the chancel rebuilt in 1872. One of only three parish churches in the country with both a central tower and spire and a western tower. The others are at Wanborough in Wiltshire and Ormskirk in Lancashire. The central tower was built circa 1325 and the west tower was built in the latter part of the 15th century. The church has possibly had three dedications as in a document of 1336 it is referred to as St. Nicholas and there is also a local tradition that the dedication was to St. Michael. The church contains a large number of memorials. Listed, grade I, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Parish church [16]

An inscribed stone in the gateway seen at SU0987 : Parish church [15]. The church of St Mary has parts from the 13th, 14th and 15th centuries and was restored and the chancel rebuilt in 1872. One of only three parish churches in the country with both a central tower and spire and a western tower. The others are at Wanborough in Wiltshire and Ormskirk in Lancashire. The central tower was built circa 1325 and the west tower was built in the latter part of the 15th century. The church has possibly had three dedications as in a document of 1336 it is referred to as St. Nicholas and there is also a local tradition that the dedication was to St. Michael. The church contains a large number of memorials. Listed, grade I, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Purton features [1]

An elderly tractor outside Purton Farm Shop. Originally built round the parish church, manor and Tithe barn, the village moved and is now mostly spread out along the Bristol and Oxford coach road.

Michael Dibb