East Lake

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Warwickshire Rugby

England

East Lake

Road from Birdingbury to Leamington Hastings Credit: Robin Webster

East Lake, Warwickshire is a picturesque freshwater body located in the heart of the county, known for its serene beauty and diverse ecosystem. This natural wonder is a combination of a lake, pool, pond, and freshwater marsh, making it a unique and captivating destination for nature enthusiasts.

Stretching over an area of approximately 100 acres, East Lake is surrounded by lush greenery and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding Warwickshire countryside. The lake itself is a haven for various species of aquatic plants and animals, providing a thriving ecosystem. The crystal-clear waters of the lake are home to a multitude of fish species, including perch, pike, and roach, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.

The surrounding pool and pond areas are ideal habitats for a variety of waterfowl, such as ducks, swans, and herons. These graceful creatures can often be seen gracefully gliding across the calm waters or nesting along the lake's edges. The diverse birdlife in the area also attracts birdwatchers, who flock to East Lake to spot and observe rare and migratory species.

Additionally, the freshwater marsh surrounding the lake is a haven for various marshland plants and wildlife, including reeds, rushes, and frogs. This marshy habitat adds to the overall biodiversity of East Lake and provides a unique environment for nature lovers to explore.

East Lake, Warwickshire, offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life, providing visitors with an opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the serene beauty of the Warwickshire countryside. Whether it's fishing, birdwatching, or simply enjoying a peaceful stroll along the lake's edge, East Lake offers something for everyone seeking a slice of natural paradise.

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East Lake Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.32455/-1.3494492 or Grid Reference SP4469. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road from Birdingbury to Leamington Hastings

Robin Webster

Telephone kiosk

The telephone box in Main Street Birdingbury still housed a telephone at the time the photograph was taken.

E Gammie

Birdingbury Country Show 2017

Vintage tractors at the final Birdingbury Country Show. The show evolved over 28 years from a village festival held in the village streets to a two day country show held in nearby fields. Together with the tractors were several vintage pieces of farming equipment. Other exhibits included vintage commercial vehicles, cars, motorcycles and stationary engines as well as a few steam powered vehicles.

E Gammie

Open fields under a winter sky

A view of the open fields north of Birdingbury.

Peter Mackenzie

Field entrance

Grassland north of Birdingbury.

Peter Mackenzie

St Leonard's Church, Birdingbury

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Draycote Water

Showing the eastern end of the south embankment.

Stephen McKay

Draycote Water

Showing the western end of the south embankment.

Stephen McKay

Draycote Water

Looking across the reservoir from just west of the sailing club.

Stephen McKay

Birdingbury Viaduct

The Birdingbury - Bourton on Dunsmore Road passes over the River Leam and then under the substantial structure that once carried the Rugby - Leamington railway over the river.

Stephen McKay

River Leam from Birdingbury Bridge

Looking upstream with the river swollen by recent heavy rainfall and in the aftermath of Storm Bella the previous night. The Leam is a tributary of the Warwickshire Avon.

Stephen McKay

Birdingbury Viaduct

The viaduct carries the disused Rugby - Leamington railway across the River Leam, swollen by recent rainfall and in the aftermath of the previous night's Storm Bella. The railway was opened in 1851 and closed to passengers in 1959 although a daily coal train to Southam Cement Works continued until 1985.

Stephen McKay

Main Street, Birdingbury

Looking down towards the village centre.

Stephen McKay

Road to Bourton on Dunsmore, Birdingbury

The northern extension of Main Street climbs up out of the village and passes the church lych gate.

Stephen McKay

Entering Birdingbury

Arrival in Birdingbury, a Warwickshire village with a population (at the 2011 census) of 362, from the Bourton on Dunsmore direction is announced by this sign which also tells us that it is a neighbourhood watch area and a 'no rogue trader zone'. 'No rogue trader zones' is a scheme operated by Warwickshire County Council’s trading standards service and supported by Warwickshire Police. The idea is that residents are encouraged to report suspicious trading activity to Warwickshire Trading Standard's rapid response team. Whether this actually deters rogue traders is open to question.

Stephen McKay

The lych gate, Birdingbury Church

St Leonard's Church lych gate is a fairly substantial affair and sports some Christmas decorations. Even the church notice board has an attractive design.

Stephen McKay

Birdingbury Church

St Leonard's is an unlikely looking building for a Warwickshire village church. It has been described as 'like something out of Bavaria or perhaps a very unusual cemetery chapel'. The church dates from 1775 when it replaced an older building that was 'ruinous, wholly decayed and dilapidated'. Extensive alterations were undertaken in 1876 to give the church a, by then, more fashionable gothic appearance.

Stephen McKay