Moorash Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Warwickshire North Warwickshire

England

Moorash Pool

Birmingham & Fazeley Canal at Curdworth Lock #10
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal at Curdworth Lock #10 Credit: Ian S

Moorash Pool, located in Warwickshire, is a serene and picturesque freshwater marsh encompassing an area of approximately 10 hectares. Situated amidst the beautiful countryside, this natural water feature offers a haven for a diverse range of flora and fauna.

The pool itself is a shallow body of water, surrounded by lush vegetation, including reeds, water lilies, and various aquatic plants. These plants not only provide a stunning visual display but also serve as a vital habitat for a plethora of wildlife species.

Birdwatchers are particularly drawn to Moorash Pool due to its reputation as a birding hotspot. The tranquil environment attracts a wide variety of avian visitors, including herons, kingfishers, coots, moorhens, and ducks. Birdsong fills the air as these feathered creatures effortlessly glide across the water.

Aside from its avian inhabitants, Moorash Pool is also home to an array of aquatic life. This includes fish species such as perch, roach, and bream, which thrive in the pool's nutrient-rich waters. Visitors may occasionally spot these fish swimming near the surface or catch glimpses of them as they dart among the vegetation.

Moorash Pool offers a serene and peaceful setting, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike. Its tranquil ambiance, combined with the rich biodiversity it supports, make it an ideal location for those seeking solace and a chance to immerse themselves in the wonders of the natural world.

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Moorash Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.567071/-1.6992705 or Grid Reference SP2096. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Birmingham & Fazeley Canal at Curdworth Lock #10
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal at Curdworth Lock #10
Canal boat Lily May, Birmingham & Fazeley Canal
Canal boat Lily May, Birmingham & Fazeley Canal
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal towards Curdworth Lock #11
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal towards Curdworth Lock #11
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal towards Curdworth Lock #11
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal towards Curdworth Lock #11
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal at Curdworth Lock #11 Curdworth Bottom Lock.
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal at Curdworth Lock #11
Curdworth Bottom Lock.
Former lockkeepers cottages, Birmingham & Fazeley Canal
Former lockkeepers cottages, Birmingham & Fazeley Canal
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal at Curdworth Lock #11
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal at Curdworth Lock #11
Canal boat Titanic II, Birmingham & Fazeley Canal
Canal boat Titanic II, Birmingham & Fazeley Canal
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal towards Gravel Pit Bridge
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal towards Gravel Pit Bridge
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal towards Gravel Pit Bridge
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal towards Gravel Pit Bridge
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal towards Gravel Pit Bridge
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal towards Gravel Pit Bridge
Canal boat Dashbar, Birmingham & Fazeley Canal
Canal boat Dashbar, Birmingham & Fazeley Canal
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal at Gravel Pit Bridge
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal at Gravel Pit Bridge
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal at Gravel Pit Bridge
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal at Gravel Pit Bridge
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal towards Fisher's Mill Bridge
Birmingham & Fazeley Canal towards Fisher's Mill Bridge
Lockside houses near Kingsbury, Warwickshire These are by Curdworth Bottom Lock (No 11), on the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal.
Lockside houses near Kingsbury, Warwickshire
These are by Curdworth Bottom Lock (No 11), on the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal.
Birmingham and Fazeley Canal near Kingsbury in Warwickshire This is the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal, looking north from Curdworth Bottom Lock, No 11. There are flooded gravel pits on both sides of the canal, the extensive Middleton Lakes RSPB Reserve being off to the right.
This view changed radically the year after this picture was taken. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3677923" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3677923">Link</a>
Birmingham and Fazeley Canal near Kingsbury in Warwickshire
This is the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal, looking north from Curdworth Bottom Lock, No 11. There are flooded gravel pits on both sides of the canal, the extensive Middleton Lakes RSPB Reserve being off to the right. This view changed radically the year after this picture was taken. Link
Birmingham and Fazeley Canal near Kingsbury in Warwickshire This is the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal, looking north from Curdworth Bottom Lock, No 11. There are flooded gravel pits on both sides of the canal, Kingsbury Water Park then the extensive Middleton Lakes RSPB Reserve being off to the right.

The Heart of England Way continues north along the towpath. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heart_of_England_Way" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heart_of_England_Way">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>

This view changed radically the year after this picture was taken. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3677923" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3677923">Link</a>
Birmingham and Fazeley Canal near Kingsbury in Warwickshire
This is the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal, looking north from Curdworth Bottom Lock, No 11. There are flooded gravel pits on both sides of the canal, Kingsbury Water Park then the extensive Middleton Lakes RSPB Reserve being off to the right. The Heart of England Way continues north along the towpath. LinkExternal link This view changed radically the year after this picture was taken. Link
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Moorash Pool is located at Grid Ref: SP2096 (Lat: 52.567071, Lng: -1.6992705)

Administrative County: Warwickshire

District: North Warwickshire

Police Authority: Warwickshire

What 3 Words

///redeemed.garage.punch. Near Kingsbury, Warwickshire

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