Baylis Pond

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Buckinghamshire

England

Baylis Pond

Slough Station
Slough Station Credit: Claire Ward

Baylis Pond is a freshwater pond located in Buckinghamshire, England. It is a small body of water covering an area of approximately 2.5 acres. The pond is situated in a tranquil and picturesque setting, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Baylis Pond is known for its diverse ecosystem, supporting a wide range of plant and animal species. The clear and calm waters are home to various aquatic plants such as water lilies, reeds, and rushes, which provide shelter and food for numerous aquatic creatures.

The pond attracts a variety of bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers. Visitors can often spot species such as ducks, swans, herons, and kingfishers, among others. The surrounding vegetation and trees also provide nesting sites for these birds.

Apart from its ecological importance, Baylis Pond is also a recreational area for locals and tourists. It offers opportunities for fishing, with common species including perch, roach, and carp. The tranquil ambiance and scenic views make it a perfect spot for picnics and leisurely walks.

The conservation of Baylis Pond is a priority, with efforts made to maintain its natural beauty and preserve its wildlife habitat. The pond is regularly monitored and managed by local authorities to ensure the health and sustainability of the ecosystem.

Overall, Baylis Pond in Buckinghamshire is a charming freshwater pond, offering both ecological significance and recreational opportunities for visitors. Its tranquil atmosphere, diverse wildlife, and scenic surroundings make it a cherished natural gem in the area.

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Baylis Pond Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.516287/-0.60523905 or Grid Reference SU9680. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Slough Station
Slough Station
Slough Retail Park, Twinches Lane Just off the A4 Bath Road which runs through the middle of the square, this photo is looking south.
Slough Retail Park, Twinches Lane
Just off the A4 Bath Road which runs through the middle of the square, this photo is looking south.
The Three Tuns The busy junction between the A4 Bath Road, and the A355 which joins the M4 at Junction 6. It is known as "The Three Tuns" after the pub shown here.
The Three Tuns
The busy junction between the A4 Bath Road, and the A355 which joins the M4 at Junction 6. It is known as "The Three Tuns" after the pub shown here.
"The Office", Slough Trading Estate This building, otherwise known as Crossbow House, 40 Liverpool Road, is situated at the heart of Slough Trading Estate (which incidentally is the largest trading estate in single ownership in Europe). This building is famous for featuring in the opening sequences and some of the filming for popular BBC comedy "The Office".
"The Office", Slough Trading Estate
This building, otherwise known as Crossbow House, 40 Liverpool Road, is situated at the heart of Slough Trading Estate (which incidentally is the largest trading estate in single ownership in Europe). This building is famous for featuring in the opening sequences and some of the filming for popular BBC comedy "The Office".
Slough Power Station These large cooling chimneys, situated in Slough Trading Estate, are visible for miles around.
Slough Power Station
These large cooling chimneys, situated in Slough Trading Estate, are visible for miles around.
Slough CHP Cooling towers Slough was the first privately owned power station and an early innovator in CHP (Combined Heat and Power) supplying steam to heat factories all over the industrial estate.

It now has gas fluidized bed reactors and can use waste paper and plastic collected on the estate as a fuel.
Slough CHP Cooling towers
Slough was the first privately owned power station and an early innovator in CHP (Combined Heat and Power) supplying steam to heat factories all over the industrial estate. It now has gas fluidized bed reactors and can use waste paper and plastic collected on the estate as a fuel.
Stoke Park Club, Stoke Poges
Stoke Park Club, Stoke Poges
Grand Union Canal: Slough branch Unlikely scene in the middle of Slough. Taken on a winter evening, looking east.
Grand Union Canal: Slough branch
Unlikely scene in the middle of Slough. Taken on a winter evening, looking east.
Stoke Poges Lane Once a rural lane, now a very busy road.
Stoke Poges Lane
Once a rural lane, now a very busy road.
St. Mary, Farnham Royal
St. Mary, Farnham Royal
Essex Avenue, Slough From the crossroads with Canterbury Avenue.
Essex Avenue, Slough
From the crossroads with Canterbury Avenue.
Corfe Gardens Residential estate off Cippenham Lane.
Corfe Gardens
Residential estate off Cippenham Lane.
Slough: Main line railway Viewed looking towards Slough railway station from the Wexham Road bridge with a westbound First Great Western express train.
Slough: Main line railway
Viewed looking towards Slough railway station from the Wexham Road bridge with a westbound First Great Western express train.
Slough: The Horlicks factory One of Slough's iconic images, the Horlicks factory on Stoke Poges Lane was completed in 1908 at a cost of £28,000. The brand name and the site now belong to GlaxoSmithKline. Everything you ever wanted to know about Horlicks (for example that India is by far the largest market for the product) is contained in the Wikipedia article <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horlicks" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horlicks">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> , and, for a free plug which should ensure I get a lifetime supply of the stuff, here's Horlick's own website <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.horlicks.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.horlicks.co.uk/">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>
Slough: The Horlicks factory
One of Slough's iconic images, the Horlicks factory on Stoke Poges Lane was completed in 1908 at a cost of £28,000. The brand name and the site now belong to GlaxoSmithKline. Everything you ever wanted to know about Horlicks (for example that India is by far the largest market for the product) is contained in the Wikipedia article LinkExternal link , and, for a free plug which should ensure I get a lifetime supply of the stuff, here's Horlick's own website LinkExternal link
Slough: Main line railway Viewed looking away from Slough from the A355 Farnham Road bridge.
Slough: Main line railway
Viewed looking away from Slough from the A355 Farnham Road bridge.
Slough: Leigh Road bridge This narrow road bridge provides a road link over the railway between two industrial estates, but it is controlled by lights, and can be a traffic bottleneck. There is little room for pedestrians to cross safely either.
Slough: Leigh Road bridge
This narrow road bridge provides a road link over the railway between two industrial estates, but it is controlled by lights, and can be a traffic bottleneck. There is little room for pedestrians to cross safely either.
Slough Power Station The two cooling towers on the north side of Edinburgh Avenue, with just a wisp of steam coming from the left one.
Slough Power Station
The two cooling towers on the north side of Edinburgh Avenue, with just a wisp of steam coming from the left one.
Slough Power Station On the south side of Edinburgh Avenue.
Slough Power Station
On the south side of Edinburgh Avenue.
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Baylis Pond is located at Grid Ref: SU9680 (Lat: 51.516287, Lng: -0.60523905)

Unitary Authority: Slough

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Baylis House
Tourism: hotel
Wikidata: Q4874584
Wikipedia: en:Baylis House
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Doctors
Shreeji Day Surgery Unit
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Dentist
Shreeji Dental Clinic
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Waste Basket
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Slough Spiritual Church
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Godolphin Recreation Ground
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Dentist
Acorn Dental Care
Healthcare: dentist
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Post Office
Stoke Poges Lane Post Office
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Addr Housenumber: 30
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Check Date: 2020-02-20
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Telephone
Booth: KX100
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Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
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Baylis Park East Enterance
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Place Of Worship
Stoke Poges Mosque
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Belgrave Stores
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Crossing
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Fast Food
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Fast Food
Sky Fries
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Stoke Poges Food & Wine
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Crossing
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Give Way
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NHS Covid19 Mass Vaccination Centre
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