Barge Dock

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Yorkshire

England

Barge Dock

Track and field south of the allotment gardens Credit: David Brown

Barge Dock, located in Yorkshire, is a picturesque freshwater marsh that offers a serene and tranquil environment for visitors. Situated amidst breathtaking natural beauty, it is known for its calm lake, pool, pond, and lush green surroundings.

The main attraction of Barge Dock is the expansive lake, which spans across several acres. The lake is popular for recreational activities like boating and fishing, attracting both locals and tourists alike. Its clear and pristine waters are home to a variety of freshwater fish species, providing an excellent opportunity for anglers to try their luck.

Adjacent to the lake, there is a smaller pool that serves as a habitat for various aquatic plants and animals. The pool is particularly renowned for its vibrant water lilies, creating a stunning visual spectacle during the blooming season.

Another feature of Barge Dock is the tranquil pond, which is nestled amidst the marshland. The pond is a peaceful oasis, offering a perfect spot for visitors to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings. It is often frequented by waterfowl, adding to the charm of the area.

Surrounded by reeds, grasses, and wildflowers, the freshwater marsh at Barge Dock is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. It provides a habitat for numerous bird species, including herons, ducks, and swans. The marshland also supports a diverse range of plant life, including sedges, rushes, and various wetland species.

Overall, Barge Dock in Yorkshire offers a unique opportunity to embrace the beauty of nature and enjoy a peaceful getaway in a stunning freshwater marsh setting.

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Barge Dock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.697856/-0.87225092 or Grid Reference SE7422. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track and field south of the allotment gardens

David Brown

Goole Landmarks

Showing the town's two historic water towers - known locally as the salt n' pepper pots.

Neil Theasby

St John's Church, Goole

Goole's main parish church is Grade II listed and was built in the 1840's.

Neil Theasby

Housing on Mayfield, Goole

David Robinson

Boothferry Road, Goole

David Robinson

Railway Bridge over the Aire and Calder Navigation

This bridge is a replacement for the original one built by the North Eastern Railway. It carries trains on the Hull to Doncaster and London route.

Brian Westlake

Support for the Railway Bridge over the Aire and Calder Navigation

For the replacement bridge, the old brick abutments have been cut back and new beam supports provided at both ends. This is the northwest side of the canal and the removal of brickwork is likely to mean a railside Ordnance Survey flush bracket benchmark no longer exists. See Link

for details of the benchmark.

Brian Westlake

Detail of the Northwest End of the Railway Bridge over the Aire and Calder Navigation

This view shows the extent of old brickwork removal and replacement by new brickwork and steelwork. As a result an Ordnance Survey flush bracket benchmark at rail level has probably gone. See Link

for details of the benchmark.

Brian Westlake

Cut Mark: Goole, #68 Aire Street

Cut bench mark on the building at the corner of Aire Street and Calder Street. See Link for a wider view and Link

for details of the mark.

Brian Westlake

Building at the Junction of Aire Street and Calder Street

An appropriate pair of street names for Goole, where the Aire and Calder Navigation meets the tidal River Ouse. The building carries a cut bench mark right of the doorway. See Link for a closer view and Link

for details of the mark.

Brian Westlake