Dell Pond

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Huntingdonshire Huntingdonshire

England

Dell Pond

Hamerton, All Saints
Hamerton, All Saints Credit: Dave Kelly

Dell Pond, located in Huntingdonshire, is a picturesque freshwater body that serves as a prominent natural feature in the region. This serene water body is often referred to as a pond due to its smaller size, but it exhibits characteristics of both a lake and a pool. Nestled amidst lush greenery, Dell Pond covers an area of approximately X hectares.

The pond is fed by various freshwater sources, including rainfall and small streams that flow into it. Its crystal-clear waters provide a home to a diverse range of aquatic flora and fauna, making it an important habitat for local wildlife. Visitors to Dell Pond can spot an array of water-dwelling plants, such as lily pads, reeds, and water lilies, which decorate the pond's surface with vibrant colors.

The surrounding area of Dell Pond is ideal for leisurely walks and picnics. A well-maintained footpath encircles the pond, offering visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the tranquility of the natural landscape. The path also provides access for fishing enthusiasts, who can try their luck catching various freshwater fish species that inhabit the pond.

Dell Pond serves as a valuable resource for the local community, providing an idyllic setting for recreational activities such as boating and birdwatching. The pond's calm waters attract a variety of bird species, including ducks, swans, and herons, making it an excellent spot for bird enthusiasts.

Overall, Dell Pond is a cherished natural gem in Huntingdonshire, offering visitors a peaceful retreat and the chance to appreciate the beauty of a freshwater ecosystem.

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Dell Pond Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.414878/-0.33759889 or Grid Reference TL1380. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hamerton, All Saints
Hamerton, All Saints
Minor road junction in Hamerton Roads to Leighton Bromswold, Winwick, Sawpit lane and Great Gidding can be selected from this junction.
Minor road junction in Hamerton
Roads to Leighton Bromswold, Winwick, Sawpit lane and Great Gidding can be selected from this junction.
Minor road junction with a grass centre A classic grass triangle in the middle of a road junction.
Minor road junction with a grass centre
A classic grass triangle in the middle of a road junction.
Vauxhall floodmobile The obvious "Road Closed" and "Flood" signs and the liquid material covering the road were meant for somebody else to take notice of as this bloke sits on his car door.
Heavy rain, about 25mm in the surrounding area on already saturated farmland brought out the Alconbury Brook to flood state within 4-5 hours. Historically an area prone to flooding and features here <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/floods/34681.aspx?area=052FWFAB1EL&page=1&type=Region&term=Anglian" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/floods/34681.aspx?area=052FWFAB1EL&page=1&type=Region&term=Anglian">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> quite regularly. No local properties were at risk of flooding.
Vauxhall floodmobile
The obvious "Road Closed" and "Flood" signs and the liquid material covering the road were meant for somebody else to take notice of as this bloke sits on his car door. Heavy rain, about 25mm in the surrounding area on already saturated farmland brought out the Alconbury Brook to flood state within 4-5 hours. Historically an area prone to flooding and features here LinkExternal link quite regularly. No local properties were at risk of flooding.
Hamerton floods A road prone to quick flooding by the Alconbury Brook.
Heavy rain, about 25mm in the surrounding area on already saturated farmland brought out the Alconbury Brook to flood state within 4-5 hours. Historically an area prone to flooding and features here <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/floods/34681.aspx?area=052FWFAB1EL&page=1&type=Region&term=Anglian" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/floods/34681.aspx?area=052FWFAB1EL&page=1&type=Region&term=Anglian">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> quite regularly.
Hamerton floods
A road prone to quick flooding by the Alconbury Brook. Heavy rain, about 25mm in the surrounding area on already saturated farmland brought out the Alconbury Brook to flood state within 4-5 hours. Historically an area prone to flooding and features here LinkExternal link quite regularly.
Footpath beside Hamerton Grove
Footpath beside Hamerton Grove
Huntingdonshire countryside west of Hamerton
Huntingdonshire countryside west of Hamerton
Road from Winwick to Hamerton
Road from Winwick to Hamerton
Leighton Road, Hamerton The road from Hamerton to Leighton Bromswold
Leighton Road, Hamerton
The road from Hamerton to Leighton Bromswold
Sawpit Lane, Hamerton
Sawpit Lane, Hamerton
Alconbury Brook, Hamerton Taken looking east from School Lane
Alconbury Brook, Hamerton
Taken looking east from School Lane
Alconbury Brook, Hamerton Taken from School Lane looking west.
Alconbury Brook, Hamerton
Taken from School Lane looking west.
Thatched cottage, Hamerton This cottage stands at the junction of Main Street and Gidding Road.
Thatched cottage, Hamerton
This cottage stands at the junction of Main Street and Gidding Road.
The Old Rectory, Hamerton
The Old Rectory, Hamerton
All Saints, Hamerton This is the north-west elevation of the church.
All Saints, Hamerton
This is the north-west elevation of the church.
All Saints, Hamerton - tower
All Saints, Hamerton - tower
All Saints, Hamerton - south elevation
All Saints, Hamerton - south elevation
All Saints, Hamerton - north elevation
All Saints, Hamerton - north elevation
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Dell Pond is located at Grid Ref: TL1380 (Lat: 52.414878, Lng: -0.33759889)

Administrative County: Cambridgeshire

District: Huntingdonshire

Police Authority: Cambridgeshire

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