Northbrook Pond

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Sussex Worthing

England

Northbrook Pond

Ferring Village Hall on Ferring Street Credit: Steve Daniels

Northbrook Pond, located in Sussex, is a serene and picturesque body of water that serves as a natural haven for various aquatic species. Spanning across a modest area, it can be classified as a lake, pool, pond, and freshwater marsh, owing to its diverse characteristics.

The pond's water is predominantly supplied by freshwater streams flowing from nearby hills and mountains, ensuring a constant source of clean and pure water. The water's clarity is exceptional, allowing visibility of the pond's bottom and the life thriving within it. The pond's surface is often adorned with vibrant water lilies and other aquatic plants, creating a visually striking landscape.

Northbrook Pond is home to a rich biodiversity, with an array of fish species populating its waters. Anglers frequent the pond to catch trout, perch, and carp, among other species. The pond also attracts a variety of waterfowl, including ducks and geese, which can be observed gracefully gliding across its calm surface.

Surrounding the pond is a lush and vibrant ecosystem, comprising wetland vegetation and reed beds. These serve as vital habitats for numerous species of birds, amphibians, and insects. The melodious songs of warblers and the croaking of frogs can often be heard emanating from this freshwater marsh.

The pond offers a tranquil environment for visitors to enjoy leisure activities such as picnicking, birdwatching, and nature walks. Its serene ambiance and beautiful surroundings make it an idyllic spot for relaxation and contemplation. Northbrook Pond is a hidden gem within Sussex, providing both recreational opportunities and a sanctuary for various forms of aquatic life.

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Northbrook Pond Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.826535/-0.43058717 or Grid Reference TQ1004. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ferring Village Hall on Ferring Street

Steve Daniels

Compton Avenue

Suburban road south of Goring Way.

Ian Capper

Jupp's Lane

Looking across Goring Way to Jupp's Lane.

Ian Capper

Church of the English Martyrs

Roman Catholic Church built in 1968, the congregation previously having met in the 18th Century Jupp's Barn, visible on the far left of this photo. Although the exterior is unassuming, this is in total contrast to the interior - see TQ1002 : Ceiling, Church of the English Martyrs and TQ1002 : Ceiling, Church of the English Martyrs.

Ian Capper

Ceiling, Church of the English Martyrs

Two-thirds replica of the Sistine Chapel in Rome on the ceiling of the Church of the English Martyrs (see TQ1002 : Church of the English Martyrs), painted by parishioner Gary Bevans between 1987 and 1993. The west window, entitled Peter the Fisherman, was designed by architectural designer and historian Annie Goodman and installed by her son, glassmaker Jeremy Goodman, in 1990.

Ian Capper

Ceiling, Church of the English Martyrs

Two-thirds replica of the Sistine Chapel in Rome on the ceiling of the Church of the English Martyrs (see TQ1002 : Church of the English Martyrs), painted by parishioner Gary Bevans between 1987 and 1993. The "windows", which are vertical in the original, are here part of the curved ceiling (as can be seen in TQ1002 : Ceiling, Church of the English Martyrs) but have been painted with appropriate perspective to appear vertical from the side, as here.

Ian Capper

Train leaving Goring-by-Sea station

Goring-by-Sea is an intermediate station on the West Coastway line. In this image, a Class 377 "Electrostar" train is leaving on its way to Brighton. The railway is electrified using the third-rail system. The bridge carries the S259 road over the railway.

Malc McDonald

Goring-by-Sea railway station

Goring-by-Sea is an intermediate station on the West Coastway line, to the west of Worthing. The railway tracks are electrified using the third-rail system.

Malc McDonald

Level crossing at Goring-by-Sea

A level crossing takes the West Coastway line across Goring Street at Goring-by-Sea. This road used to be part of the route of the A259 main road along the south coast. The A259 now crosses the railway slightly to the east, over a bridge, so that 'A' road traffic is no longer halted when trains are passing.

Malc McDonald