Eagle Pond

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Nottinghamshire Gedling

England

Eagle Pond

Newstead Abbey Back door to the Abbey, downpipe showing two different symbols .
Newstead Abbey Credit: GARY ROE

Eagle Pond is a small freshwater pond located in the county of Nottinghamshire, England. Situated in the heart of the countryside, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and locals looking for a peaceful retreat.

Covering an area of approximately 2 acres, Eagle Pond is surrounded by lush greenery and abundant wildlife. The pond itself is fed by natural springs, ensuring a constant flow of fresh water. The water is clear and inviting, making it an ideal habitat for various species of fish and aquatic plants.

Surrounding the pond is a diverse ecosystem consisting of a mix of marshland and wetland vegetation. This creates a rich and fertile environment, attracting a wide range of bird species, including herons, ducks, and kingfishers. The pond also serves as a breeding ground for amphibians such as frogs and newts.

The area around Eagle Pond has been carefully maintained to preserve its natural beauty. There are designated walking trails that allow visitors to explore the area and observe the wildlife up close. Additionally, benches and picnic areas have been installed, providing a perfect spot for relaxation and birdwatching.

Eagle Pond is not only a haven for wildlife, but it also serves as an important educational resource. Local schools and nature organizations often organize field trips to the pond to teach students about the importance of freshwater ecosystems and the need for conservation.

Overall, Eagle Pond is a picturesque and ecologically significant freshwater body that offers tranquility and natural beauty to those who visit.

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Eagle Pond Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.078514/-1.1910765 or Grid Reference SK5453. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Newstead Abbey Back door to the Abbey, downpipe showing two different symbols .
Newstead Abbey
Back door to the Abbey, downpipe showing two different symbols .
Lake, The Fort and stable block, Newstead Abbey The Stable range (on the right) dates from 1862 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1264301" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1264301">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 Fort (on the left) dates from about 1770 but much modified a century later <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1265327" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1265327">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>
Lake, The Fort and stable block, Newstead Abbey
The Stable range (on the right) dates from 1862 LinkExternal link The Fort (on the left) dates from about 1770 but much modified a century later LinkExternal link
The Japanese Garden, Newstead Abbey Created for Ethel Webb in the early years of the twentieth century.
The Japanese Garden, Newstead Abbey
Created for Ethel Webb in the early years of the twentieth century.
Weir below the Garden Lake, Newstead Abbey
Weir below the Garden Lake, Newstead Abbey
The Stew Pond, Newstead Abbey
The Stew Pond, Newstead Abbey
The Garden Lake, Newstead Abbey
The Garden Lake, Newstead Abbey
Former stables. Newstead Abbey Designed by M.E.Hadfield 1862-3 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Ellison_Hadfield" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Ellison_Hadfield">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> Now housing <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1264301" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1264301">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>
Former stables. Newstead Abbey
Designed by M.E.Hadfield 1862-3 LinkExternal link Now housing LinkExternal link
The Eagle Pool and the east facade of Newstead Abbey The inside of the west front of the medieval abbey visible in the right <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1265325" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1265325">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 Eagle Pool and the east facade of Newstead Abbey
The inside of the west front of the medieval abbey visible in the right LinkExternal link
Satyr, Newstead Abbey Early eighteenth century <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1227526" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1227526">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> Probably the work of Jan van Nost the Elder <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Nost" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Nost">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>
Satyr, Newstead Abbey
Early eighteenth century LinkExternal link Probably the work of Jan van Nost the Elder LinkExternal link
Monument to Boatswain Boatswain was Lord Byron's dog,
Monument to Boatswain
Boatswain was Lord Byron's dog,
The Spanish Garden, Newstead Abbey Originally created in the early eighteenth century.
The Gothic windows in the building beyond light the chapel which has been created from the chapter house of the original abbey (actually a priory).
The Spanish Garden, Newstead Abbey
Originally created in the early eighteenth century. The Gothic windows in the building beyond light the chapel which has been created from the chapter house of the original abbey (actually a priory).
Archway through the garden wall, Newstead Abbey
Archway through the garden wall, Newstead Abbey
The Garden House, Newstead Abbey
The Garden House, Newstead Abbey
Weir above the Japanese Garden, Newstead  Abbey This is the much modified River Leen.
Weir above the Japanese Garden, Newstead Abbey
This is the much modified River Leen.
Waterfall below the Upper Lake, Newstead Abbey The much modified River Leen.
Waterfall below the Upper Lake, Newstead Abbey
The much modified River Leen.
The dam of the Upper Lake, Newstead Abbey
The dam of the Upper Lake, Newstead Abbey
Newstead Abbey January 2022 the top lake at Newstead Abbey fed by the River Leen
Newstead Abbey
January 2022 the top lake at Newstead Abbey fed by the River Leen
Newstead Abbey in 2002 The west front
Newstead Abbey in 2002
The west front
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Eagle Pond is located at Grid Ref: SK5453 (Lat: 53.078514, Lng: -1.1910765)

Administrative County: Nottinghamshire

District: Gedling

Police Authority: Nottinghamshire

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