Carp Lake

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Surrey Waverley

England

Carp Lake

Christ Church, Shamley Green
Christ Church, Shamley Green Credit: Alex McGregor

Carp Lake, located in Surrey, is a serene freshwater body encompassing an area of approximately 10 acres. This picturesque lake is nestled amidst lush greenery and is known for its natural beauty, attracting visitors from near and far.

The lake is well-maintained and offers a variety of recreational activities for nature enthusiasts. It provides an ideal setting for fishing, with a diverse range of fish species inhabiting its waters, including carp, as the name suggests. Anglers can indulge in a peaceful and relaxing fishing experience, surrounded by the tranquil ambience of the lake.

Carp Lake also serves as a popular spot for birdwatching, as it is home to a variety of avian species. Visitors can often spot ducks, geese, herons, and other waterfowl gracefully gliding across the lake's surface or nesting in the surrounding reeds and marshes. This makes it a paradise for bird lovers and a great opportunity for photographers to capture stunning images of wildlife.

The lake is accompanied by a well-maintained pool and pond area, providing additional recreational facilities for families and individuals. The pool offers a refreshing escape during hot summer days, while the pond is an ideal spot for children to explore and learn about aquatic life.

Adjacent to the lake, a freshwater marsh further enhances the diversity of the area's ecosystem. This marshland provides a habitat for various plant and animal species, contributing to the overall ecological balance of the region.

Overall, Carp Lake in Surrey is a haven for nature enthusiasts, offering a harmonious blend of natural beauty, recreational activities, and an opportunity to appreciate the wonders of freshwater ecosystems.

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Carp Lake Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.168037/-0.50571825 or Grid Reference TQ0442. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Christ Church, Shamley Green
Christ Church, Shamley Green
Downs Link near Cranleigh The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length.  It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.

Here, a bridge takes the route across Cranleigh Waters, a tributary of the River Wey.
Downs Link near Cranleigh
The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network. Here, a bridge takes the route across Cranleigh Waters, a tributary of the River Wey.
Cranleigh Waters, near Cranleigh Cranleigh Waters, also known as Bramley Way, is a tributary of the River Wey in Surrey.
Cranleigh Waters, near Cranleigh
Cranleigh Waters, also known as Bramley Way, is a tributary of the River Wey in Surrey.
Downs Link near Cranleigh The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length.  It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.

An information board alongside the path gives information about the Wey & Arun Canal, which passes beneath the path here.  The canal, opened in 1816, linked the Wey and Arun Navigations to provided a navigable route for barges between London and Portsmouth.
Downs Link near Cranleigh
The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network. An information board alongside the path gives information about the Wey & Arun Canal, which passes beneath the path here. The canal, opened in 1816, linked the Wey and Arun Navigations to provided a navigable route for barges between London and Portsmouth.
Downs Link near Cranleigh The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length.  It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.

Here, a bridge carries a road across the former railway.
Downs Link near Cranleigh
The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network. Here, a bridge carries a road across the former railway.
Downs Link near Cranleigh The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length.  It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.

Here, a bridge carries the path over a farm track.
Downs Link near Cranleigh
The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network. Here, a bridge carries the path over a farm track.
Farm track near Cranleigh A farm track in Surrey countryside, near Cranleigh.
Farm track near Cranleigh
A farm track in Surrey countryside, near Cranleigh.
Downs Link near Cranleigh The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length.  It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network.

The bridge ahead carries a farm track over the former railway route.
Downs Link near Cranleigh
The Downs Link path follows a dismantled railway line for most of its length. It also forms part of route 223 of the National Cycle Network. The bridge ahead carries a farm track over the former railway route.
Stroud Lane, near Shamley Green Stroud Lane is a minor lane near the village of Shamley Green in Surrey.  The signs indicate that the road has a width restriction of 6 feet, 6 inches.
Stroud Lane, near Shamley Green
Stroud Lane is a minor lane near the village of Shamley Green in Surrey. The signs indicate that the road has a width restriction of 6 feet, 6 inches.
Farley Heath Road, Woodhill, near Shamley Green Farley Heath Road passing through the hamlet of Woodhill in Surrey.  This road is on route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Farley Heath Road, Woodhill, near Shamley Green
Farley Heath Road passing through the hamlet of Woodhill in Surrey. This road is on route 22 of the National Cycle Network.
Shamley Green - Footbridge This substantial wooden footbridge is losing its supports on the Shamley Green bank of the brook.
Shamley Green - Footbridge
This substantial wooden footbridge is losing its supports on the Shamley Green bank of the brook.
Shamley Green - River Bank Erosion This substantial wooden footbridge is losing its concrete supports on the Shamley Green bank of the brook.
Shamley Green - River Bank Erosion
This substantial wooden footbridge is losing its concrete supports on the Shamley Green bank of the brook.
Shamley Green - Christ Church Victorian parish church, dating from 1864, sited south of the village centre.
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Shamley Green - Christ Church
Victorian parish church, dating from 1864, sited south of the village centre. LinkExternal link
Shamley Green - Christ Church Victorian parish church, dating from 1864, sited south of the village centre.
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Shamley Green - Christ Church
Victorian parish church, dating from 1864, sited south of the village centre. LinkExternal link
Shamley Green - Font Inside the Victorian parish church, Christ Church.
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Inside the Victorian parish church, Christ Church. LinkExternal link
Shamley Green - Christ Church Altar and east window inside the Victorian parish church, Christ Church.
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Shamley Green - Christ Church
Altar and east window inside the Victorian parish church, Christ Church. LinkExternal link
Shamley Green - Christ Church Detail inside the Victorian parish church, Christ Church.
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Detail inside the Victorian parish church, Christ Church. LinkExternal link
Shamley Green - Christ Church Detail inside the Victorian parish church, Christ Church.
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Shamley Green - Christ Church
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Carp Lake is located at Grid Ref: TQ0442 (Lat: 51.168037, Lng: -0.50571825)

Administrative County: Surrey

District: Waverley

Police Authority: Surrey

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Located within 500m of 51.168037,-0.50571825
Man Made: mast
Tower Type: communication
Lat/Long: 51.169072/-0.5112789
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