Fosse Hill Pond

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Yorkshire

England

Fosse Hill Pond

Road junction at The Partings Credit: David Brown

Fosse Hill Pond, located in Yorkshire, is a picturesque body of water that can be classified as both a pond and a freshwater marsh. Spanning across a relatively small area, it is a natural habitat for various aquatic plants and wildlife, providing a serene and tranquil environment for visitors.

The pond is surrounded by lush greenery, adding to its natural beauty. The water is crystal clear, reflecting the surrounding landscape, and is fed by natural springs, ensuring a constant flow of freshwater. The depth of the pond varies, with some areas being shallow and others reaching a moderate depth.

Fosse Hill Pond is home to a diverse range of plant species, including water lilies, reeds, and cattails, which thrive in the marshy areas. These plants provide important habitats for numerous insects, amphibians, and birds. Birdwatchers can spot a variety of species, such as mallards, coots, herons, and occasionally even kingfishers, making it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts.

The pond also serves as a popular fishing destination, attracting anglers who seek a peaceful location to cast their lines. Common fish species found in the pond include perch, roach, and carp, providing ample opportunities for recreational fishing.

Visitors can explore the pond's surroundings through well-maintained footpaths, allowing for leisurely walks and wildlife observation. The tranquil atmosphere and natural beauty of Fosse Hill Pond make it an ideal spot for nature lovers, photographers, and those seeking a peaceful escape from the bustling city life.

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Fosse Hill Pond Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.902963/-0.28703314 or Grid Reference TA1246. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road junction at The Partings

David Brown

Brandesburton, St Mary's church

The benchmark is cut into the north face of the church.

Mel Towler

Brandesburton, St Mary's church

There is a benchmark cut into the north face of the church.

Mel Towler

By the cross at Brandesburton â 1979

This was on an enthusiast tour, but was recreating the sort of scene, with this type of vehicle, which was shortly to disappear. It is East Yorkshire 786, an AEC Renown with Park Royal bodywork, new in 1965, withdrawal being the result of conversion of services to one-person operation. This is one of a series of views featuring buses in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Link . The cross probably dates from the 14th century, and was a market cross rather than a wayside or preaching cross. It is Listed Grade II and is also a Scheduled Monument.

Alan Murray-Rust

Lay-by on Leven By-pass

The by-pass was opened in 1994 making both Leven and neighbouring Brandesburton much quieter villages in relation to through traffic.

Neil Theasby

Brandesburton Parish Hall

Neil Theasby

St Mary's Church, Brandesburton

On St George's Day 2022

Neil Theasby

Old gravel pit near Starccarr Hill, Brandesburton

Now a mecca for anglers from Hull.

Neil Theasby

Old milepost

At the southern end of Brandesburton opposite the village sign is this mileplate which would have been set up by the newly formed East Riding CC in the late 19C/early 20C. The White Cross to Bridlington Turnpike was enacted in 1767 but the original Act was not renewed after the initial 21 years. It is thought that milestones were not set up. This plate was found in a pond, repainted by a local resident TA1147 : Old Milepost by Main Street/New Road junction, Brandesburton and set up at its original site by the East Riding Highways unit.

Chris Minto

Old milepost

This shows the integral metal strut at the back of the milepost opposite the Brandesburton village sign and shows that it was never attached to a stone.

Chris Minto

Village sign

At the southern end of Brandesburton where New Road leads off to the right from Main Street is this attractive village sign set up by the residents to commemorate the Queen's Golden Jubilee in 2002. The village centre is now by-passed by the A165. The milepost is just to the left at the back of the pavement. TA1147 : Old milepost

Chris Minto

Leisure and quarrying SE of Brandesburton: aerial 2023

Chris

Former RAF Catfoss: aerial 2023

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Chris

Bridleway towards Beverley Road

Viewed from a bridleway running beside the A165. There is a gate onto the A165 here, but it's an overgrown kissing gate with zero possibility that I could get my bike through it.

DS Pugh