Blackhouse Pond

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Hampshire Winchester

England

Blackhouse Pond

Esso pipeline laying works at Bramdean Aerial. At this stage of the works the top soil has been stripped from the line of the pipeline and piled up in a bund on the right side in this photo. — Esso pipeline laying works at Bramdean Credit: Peter Facey

Blackhouse Pond, located in Hampshire, is a picturesque freshwater pond surrounded by lush greenery and natural beauty. Spanning an area of approximately 2 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and locals seeking tranquility in the heart of Hampshire.

The pond is characterized by its crystal-clear water, which is fed by natural springs and rainfall. Its depth varies, with the deepest point reaching around 10 feet. The pond's perimeter is lined with reeds and bulrushes, creating a haven for a diverse range of wildlife.

Blackhouse Pond is home to various species of fish, including carp, roach, tench, and perch, making it a paradise for fishing enthusiasts. The calm and peaceful atmosphere surrounding the pond offers a perfect setting for anglers to cast their lines and enjoy a day of fishing.

The surrounding area of the pond is a freshwater marsh, teeming with an abundance of flora and fauna. The marshland provides a habitat for numerous bird species, including herons, kingfishers, and ducks, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching.

Visitors to Blackhouse Pond can indulge in activities such as picnicking, nature walks, and photography. The serene environment and scenic views make it a popular spot for relaxation and connecting with nature.

Overall, Blackhouse Pond is a hidden gem in Hampshire, offering a peaceful retreat and an opportunity to appreciate the wonders of nature in a tranquil setting.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.025272/-1.1303296 or Grid Reference SU6125. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Esso pipeline laying works at Bramdean Aerial. At this stage of the works the top soil has been stripped from the line of the pipeline and piled up in a bund on the right side in this photo.

Esso pipeline laying works at Bramdean

Aerial. At this stage of the works the top soil has been stripped from the line of the pipeline and piled up in a bund on the right side in this photo.

Esso pipeline laying works notice This four page notice, put up where the works cross a public footpath, informs the public of the Southampton to London Pipeline Development Consent Order 2020.

Esso pipeline laying works notice

This four page notice, put up where the works cross a public footpath, informs the public of the Southampton to London Pipeline Development Consent Order 2020.

Esso pipeline laying works at Bramdean The new pipelijne will here cross a public footpath. Preliminaryu works included cutting down two substantial trees. The two white markers showing the course of the old pipeline are seen at right. For an aerial view of this see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7142963" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7142963">Link</a> .

Esso pipeline laying works at Bramdean

The new pipelijne will here cross a public footpath. Preliminaryu works included cutting down two substantial trees. The two white markers showing the course of the old pipeline are seen at right. For an aerial view of this see Link .

Esso pipeline laying works at Bramdean Aerial. Here the pipeline was to cross a public footpath running left to right beyond the hedge. Very preliminary works involved cutting down some trees. For a view of this at ground level see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7142955" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7142955">Link</a> .

Esso pipeline laying works at Bramdean

Aerial. Here the pipeline was to cross a public footpath running left to right beyond the hedge. Very preliminary works involved cutting down some trees. For a view of this at ground level see Link .

Private road from Malthouse Plantation to A272 This private road is also a footpath.

Private road from Malthouse Plantation to A272

This private road is also a footpath.

The steel pipes laid beside the haul road Aerial. The pipes are held off the ground by wooden supports. The excavator in the foreground is fitted with a device that picks up the pipes by suction, this method being least likely to damage the protective coating of the pipes.

The steel pipes laid beside the haul road

Aerial. The pipes are held off the ground by wooden supports. The excavator in the foreground is fitted with a device that picks up the pipes by suction, this method being least likely to damage the protective coating of the pipes.

The steel pipes laid beside the haul road Aerial. The pipes are held off the ground by wooden supports. The excavator in the foreground is fitted with a device that picks up the pipes by suction, this method being least likely to damage the protective coating of the pipes.

The steel pipes laid beside the haul road

Aerial. The pipes are held off the ground by wooden supports. The excavator in the foreground is fitted with a device that picks up the pipes by suction, this method being least likely to damage the protective coating of the pipes.

Course of the pipeline crossing a public footpath The various markers indicate the presence of underground cables, somewhat unusual in this remote country spot.

Course of the pipeline crossing a public footpath

The various markers indicate the presence of underground cables, somewhat unusual in this remote country spot.

Underground cable markers The cabled are marked so that the pipeline can be installed without damaging them. The blue one in the foreground says &quot;Callflow cable 0.6m [depth]&quot;. The cable, which is actually fibre optic, goes to the khaki-coloured box seen in the hedge. One of the Broadband Delivery UK experimental schemes was used in 2016 to provide fast internet services to the rural area around Cheriton and Bramdean by the company named Callflow.

Underground cable markers

The cabled are marked so that the pipeline can be installed without damaging them. The blue one in the foreground says "Callflow cable 0.6m [depth]". The cable, which is actually fibre optic, goes to the khaki-coloured box seen in the hedge. One of the Broadband Delivery UK experimental schemes was used in 2016 to provide fast internet services to the rural area around Cheriton and Bramdean by the company named Callflow.

Wooden cradles awaiting pipes These supports keep the steel pipes off the ground, mainly, I presume, so that the protective coating on the pipes is not damaged. These supports were made simply from four pieces of wood, 100 x 150 x 900 mm in size, placed as shown but without any fixings.

Wooden cradles awaiting pipes

These supports keep the steel pipes off the ground, mainly, I presume, so that the protective coating on the pipes is not damaged. These supports were made simply from four pieces of wood, 100 x 150 x 900 mm in size, placed as shown but without any fixings.

Timber used to support the pipes temporarily This timber, supplied by Pontrilas Sawmills, measures 100 x 150 x 900 mm, and is used to make the cradles seen at right. The timber is simply placed in that configuration and no fixings are used.

Timber used to support the pipes temporarily

This timber, supplied by Pontrilas Sawmills, measures 100 x 150 x 900 mm, and is used to make the cradles seen at right. The timber is simply placed in that configuration and no fixings are used.

Excavator with pipe lifting gear crossing Joan's Acre Lane A Caterpillar type 325 medium excavator fitted with a Vlentec type ED125N vacuum lifter. The lifter is fed with hydraulic and electrical power from the excavator. The hydraulic power enables the lifter to be rotated about its central, normally vertical, axis. The electric power drives a vacuum pump in the light green-coloured lifter, which is applied via the long, black beam to the pipe by means of a rubber pad at each end of the beam. There is a mechanical vacuum gauge (small white dial) at each end of the beam so people can check that all is well with the vacuum.

Excavator with pipe lifting gear crossing Joan's Acre Lane

A Caterpillar type 325 medium excavator fitted with a Vlentec type ED125N vacuum lifter. The lifter is fed with hydraulic and electrical power from the excavator. The hydraulic power enables the lifter to be rotated about its central, normally vertical, axis. The electric power drives a vacuum pump in the light green-coloured lifter, which is applied via the long, black beam to the pipe by means of a rubber pad at each end of the beam. There is a mechanical vacuum gauge (small white dial) at each end of the beam so people can check that all is well with the vacuum.

Pipeline approaching Joan's Acre Everyone is waiting here for the lorry carrying the next delivery of steel pipes.

Pipeline approaching Joan's Acre

Everyone is waiting here for the lorry carrying the next delivery of steel pipes.

Unloading pipes from a lorry near Joan's Acre The Cat 325 excavator, fitted with a Vlentec ED125N vacuum lifter, lifts the pipes one by one off the lorry and places them upon the pre-positioned wooden supports, so that they don&#039;t get damaged by the ground.

Unloading pipes from a lorry near Joan's Acre

The Cat 325 excavator, fitted with a Vlentec ED125N vacuum lifter, lifts the pipes one by one off the lorry and places them upon the pre-positioned wooden supports, so that they don't get damaged by the ground.

Pipe-carrying lorry With pre-positioned wooden supports for the pipes seen in the foreground. These are just pieces of wood placed like that with no fixings.

Pipe-carrying lorry

With pre-positioned wooden supports for the pipes seen in the foreground. These are just pieces of wood placed like that with no fixings.

Just about to lift a pipe off the lorry The Cat 325 excavator is lowering the light green-coloured Vlentec ED125N vacuum lifter onto a pipe.

Just about to lift a pipe off the lorry

The Cat 325 excavator is lowering the light green-coloured Vlentec ED125N vacuum lifter onto a pipe.

Lowering a pipe onto its temporary wooden support cradle The pipe is held by the light green-coloured Vlentec ED125N vacuum lifter fitted to the Cat 325 excavator.

Lowering a pipe onto its temporary wooden support cradle

The pipe is held by the light green-coloured Vlentec ED125N vacuum lifter fitted to the Cat 325 excavator.

Vlentec ED125N vacuum lifter This machine is fed with hydraulic and electrical power via the black-coloured slip rings top centre by which it is suspended from the excavator. The hydraulics enable the lifter and load to be rotated about this vertical axis. The electrics power a vaccum pump which sucks the pipe onto the black-coloured horizontal beam seen below.

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Vlentec ED125N vacuum lifter

This machine is fed with hydraulic and electrical power via the black-coloured slip rings top centre by which it is suspended from the excavator. The hydraulics enable the lifter and load to be rotated about this vertical axis. The electrics power a vaccum pump which sucks the pipe onto the black-coloured horizontal beam seen below. Link

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Blackhouse Pond is located at Grid Ref: SU6125 (Lat: 51.025272, Lng: -1.1303296)

Administrative County: Hampshire

District: Winchester

Police Authority: Hampshire

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