New Cut

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Bedfordshire

England

New Cut

Costa in St Johns Retail Park, Bedford Credit: David Howard

New Cut is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in Bedfordshire, England. It is an idyllic spot that boasts a serene lake, a tranquil pool, and a serene pond, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers alike.

The lake in New Cut is a prominent feature, covering a significant area with its sparkling blue waters. It is surrounded by lush greenery, offering a peaceful ambiance for visitors to relax and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. The lake is home to various species of fish, making it a popular spot for anglers to try their luck.

Adjacent to the lake is a peaceful pool, which is smaller in size but equally enchanting. The pool is surrounded by reeds and water lilies, creating a picturesque setting that attracts a variety of bird species. Birdwatchers flock to New Cut to observe these feathered creatures in their natural habitat.

Further into the marsh, there is a charming pond that adds to the diversity of the landscape. The pond is teeming with aquatic plants and attracts a plethora of frogs, dragonflies, and other small creatures. It provides an ideal environment for these species to thrive and offers a unique opportunity for nature enthusiasts to observe them up close.

In addition to its natural beauty, New Cut offers several walking trails that allow visitors to explore the marsh and its surrounding areas. These paths wind through the marshland, offering stunning views and a chance to encounter various wildlife species.

Overall, New Cut in Bedfordshire is a hidden gem, offering a serene and picturesque setting with its lake, pool, pond, and freshwater marsh. It is a place where visitors can immerse themselves in nature, observe wildlife, and enjoy the tranquility of their surroundings.

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New Cut Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.133519/-0.43371335 or Grid Reference TL0749. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Costa in St Johns Retail Park, Bedford

David Howard

St Johns Retail Park, Bedford

David Howard

St Johns Retail Park, Bedford

David Howard

St Johns Retail Park, Bedford

David Howard

St Johns Retail Park, Bedford

David Howard

DHL Warehouse at Bedford

Anthony Parkes

Parking, and coffee shop at Priory Country Park

Rob Purvis

Path and old wall, Priory Country Park

Rob Purvis

Walking next to the lake at Priory Country Park

Rob Purvis

Otter sculpture and beach at Priory Country Park

Rob Purvis

Postbox London Road, Bedford

Post boxes come in many forms from free standing pillar boxes to those built into walls. The monarch's cypher is always present to give an indication of age. In the British Isles the first red pillar post boxes were erected in Jersey in 1852. Roadside wall boxes first appeared in 1857 as a cheaper alternative to pillar boxes, especially in rural districts. In 1853 the first pillar box in the United Kingdom was installed at Botchergate, Carlisle. In 1856, Richard Redgrave of the Department of Science and Art designed an ornate pillar box for use in London and other large cities. In 1859 the design was improved, and this became the first National Standard pillar box. Green was adopted as the standard colour for the early Victorian post boxes. Between 1866 and 1879 the hexagonal Penfold post box became the standard design for pillar boxes and it was during this period that red was first adopted as the standard colour. The first boxes to be painted red were in London in July 1874, although it would be nearly 10 years before all the boxes had been repainted.(excerpt from Wikipedia)

PAUL FARMER

Mowing boats on the River Great Ouse at Bedford

Machines for dealing with aquatic vegetation, moored just downstream from the suspension bridge. Apparently one of the covers comes off and the operator sits in the space to work the cutters and collectors. See TL0549 : Mowing machine on the River Great Ouse for a close-up. Link